Contrary to popular belief, sloths are gassy animals & methane producers! New footage reveals sloths do fart, challenging previous assumptions about their digestive system. Their diet and strong esophagus contribute to this.
A large protein study identifies biochemical fingerprints for brain diseases like Alzheimer's & Parkinson's, offering potential for early diagnosis & new therapies. APOE4 gene is a key risk factor.
A collision of unusually massive, rapidly spinning black holes challenges existing black hole formation theories and suggests a new population of substantial black holes. Mass gap is questioned.
Archaeologists discovered a royal tomb at Caracol, Belize, containing artifacts and remains of King Te K'ab Chaak, revealing connections to Teotihuacán and insights into Maya civilization.
Study reveals Martian clay deposits near ancient lakes, formed 3.7 billion years ago. Lack of tectonic activity impacts CO2 levels and past warmer, wetter climate on Mars. Clay traps chemicals.
Data breaches are accelerating despite security efforts. Stronger encryption, multifactor authentication, training, and clear laws are crucial. Individuals and organizations must prioritize privacy to protect personal information.
Comet 3I/ATLAS, an interstellar object (ISO), is rushing through our solar system. Discovered in July, it's bigger & faster than previous ISOs, offering a unique research opportunity before its exit. Trajectory towards the sun.
Spiders: remarkable, adaptable arthropods with 50,000 species worldwide, thriving in diverse environments. More than scary crawlers, they're nature's designers, hunters & survivalists.
Fossilized teeth from Kenya's Rift Valley reveal ancient protein fragments, linking to elephant & rhino ancestors. Tooth enamel aided protein preservation, enabling insights into evolution.
Giraffe spots serve multiple purposes: camouflage, thermoregulation by controlling heat, and even social bonding. Spot patterns may also affect survival and health. Research shows links to calf survival and social preferences.
Explore syn-SCOBYs: programmable living implants delivering hormones, nutrients, & enzymes. From medicine to recreation, discover future applications for personalized health & performance enhancement. ELMs offer targeted solutions.
Study shows BMI is unreliable for predicting mortality risk. Body fat percentage is a better indicator. This impacts obesity treatment access, challenging current BMI-based guidelines. BIA is more accurate.
