Scientists have discovered the secret behind the mantis shrimp’s powerful punching limb, which can deliver deadly blows without damaging its own body. The study, published in Science, reveals that the shrimp’s club has a multilayered structure that absorbs shock waves, and researchers believe this could inspire the design of new artificial materials with useful properties….
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Researchers from Sweden and Estonia have discovered a new antiviral mechanism using nanoparticles, which could potentially tackle future viral outbreaks. The team found that triethanolamine terminated titania (TATT) nanoparticles showed significant antiviral activity against the enveloped swine transmissible gastroenteritis virus (TGEV), but not against the non-enveloped encephalomyocarditis virus (EMCV). The researchers propose that the antiviral…
Jon Nelson, a marketing professional and father of three, has been living with treatment-resistant depression for years. Despite trying various treatments, he was on the verge of giving up until he opted for an experimental deep brain stimulation procedure. The surgery involved implanting electrodes in his brain to electrically stimulate the brain and change the…
A recent survey of nearly 5,000 researchers worldwide suggests that artificial intelligence (AI) tools will become widely accepted in scientific research and publishing within the next two years. The majority of respondents believe that AI can already outperform humans in tasks such as reviewing large sets of papers, summarizing research findings, and detecting errors in…
Physicists at Brown University have made a groundbreaking discovery in condensed-matter research, unveiling a new class of quasiparticles known as fractional excitons. These particles, which defy traditional classification as bosons or fermions, have the potential to revolutionize quantum computing and sensing technologies. The researchers created the fractional excitons using a bilayer structure of graphene and…
A new podcast, “The Deep End,” explores the use of brain implants to treat severe depression. The podcast follows four individuals who underwent an experimental procedure involving electrodes implanted in their brains to stimulate neural activity. The treatment has shown promising results, with some patients experiencing significant improvements in their mental health. This breakthrough has…
Chinese AI firm DeepSeek has emerged as a potential challenger to U.S. AI companies, demonstrating breakthrough models that claim to offer performance comparable to leading offerings at a fraction of the cost. The company’s mobile app has topped the App Store charts, but doubts remain about the validity of its claims. Wall Street analysts are…
Physicists Kaden Hazzard and Zhiyuan Wang have made a groundbreaking discovery in quantum mechanics, introducing a new class of quasiparticles called paraparticles. These particles exhibit unique properties that differ from familiar bosons and fermions, opening up new possibilities for understanding the quantum world. The researchers propose that paraparticles could manifest as quasiparticles in engineered quantum…
The genomics industry is witnessing a surge in innovation, with startups like Element Biosciences, Deep Genomics, and Human Longevity pushing the boundaries of precision medicine. These companies are developing cutting-edge technologies to sequence genomes, identify genetic causes of diseases, and create targeted therapies. As a result, the field of precision medicine is expected to experience…
Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of anti-aging, successfully reversing the aging process in mice by injecting them with an RNA molecule. The treatment targets cellular senescence, a hallmark of aging, and has shown promising results in restoring the mice’s physical and mental abilities. This breakthrough could potentially lead to the development…
