MEDICINE & HEALTH

Evolutionary Puzzle: Understanding Why Humans Lack Gills Despite Their Fish Ancestry

MEDICINE & HEALTH 02.20.2024 05:58 AM

About 375 million years ago, Tiktaalik, a fish with lobed fins and gills, pioneered land exploration, yet modern humans lack gills. Explore why do we not have gills despite evolving from fish.

The Neuroscience of Music Appreciation: How the Human Brain Listens, Learns To Predict in Order To Appreciate Music

02.20.2024 05:37 AM

When a person listens to music, it turns out that the brain is doing two things at the same time in order to make the person appreciate the melody. Read to learn more.

AI Distinguishes Gender-Specific Brain Activity Patterns: Stanford Study

02.20.2024 05:31 AM

Brain scans reveal gender differences among men and women, demonstrating they possess distinct brain activity patterns in various regions. Continue reading to learn more.

Elon Musk Shares 'Game Plan' To Send 1 Million People to Mars Starting 2029

02.20.2024 05:20 AM

Elon Musk is pushing with his plans to send more humans to Mars. Continue reading to learn more. (Photo : Wikimedia Commons/Heisenberg Media) Elon Musk Shares 'Game Plan' To Send 1 Million People to Mars Starting 2029 Elon Musk is still eyeing Mars to be the next home for humans.

Over 275 Million New Gene Variants Discovered in Groundbreaking US Research Project; Why Is Knowing a Population's Genetic Diversity Important?

02.20.2024 05:11 AM

In a $3 billion NIH study, 245,000 Americans' genomes revealed 275 million new gene variants, some linked to diseases like cancer and diabetes. Check out more details in this article.

Zombie Deer Disease Could Evolve and Infect Humans, Researchers Warn

02.20.2024 03:34 AM

Researchers are worried about zombie deer disease's possible transmission to humans. (Photo : Wikimedia Commons/USFWSmidwest) Zombie Deer Disease Could Evolve and Infect Humans, Researchers Warn Zombie deer disease could hit humans! Researchers are now worried about a possible human transmission after observing that the culprit could multiply in human cells.

Excessive Dietary Protein is Bad For the Arteries, Increases Risk of Atherosclerosis

02.20.2024 03:09 AM

Researchers discovered the molecular mechanism that could explain why too much protein could be bad for the arteries. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Women May Exercise Less Than Men To Yield Same Cardiovascular Benefits, Study Finds

02.19.2024 22:55 PM

A new study shows that women can attain the same cardiovascular benefits as men with less exercise. Read to learn more.

Lab-Grown Testicles Developed by Scientists Could Aid With Male Infertility, Boost Understanding of Testicular Development and Function

02.19.2024 21:51 PM

Scientists were able to develop testicular organoids that could possibly offer solutions to male infertility. Read to learn more.

Does COVID-19 Affect the Brain? Neurological Symptoms Could Be Due to Inflammation

02.19.2024 05:30 AM

The brain reacts to inflammation in the body, which may have resulted in neurological symptoms. Continue reading to learn more.

Dancing Plague of 1518: What Caused the Bizarre Dance Epidemic in Medieval France?

02.19.2024 05:00 AM

In 1518, hundreds of men and women danced for days, seemingly for no reason, until they collapsed or died from exhaustion. Read the article to find out more.

Gene Sequence From Ancient Retrovirus Affects Myelin Production in Vertebrates, Could Be the Reason Why We Have Big Brains and Bodies

02.19.2024 02:20 AM

A recent study has shed light on the connection between ancient viruses and the development of big brains and bodies in vertebrates. Continue reading the article to learn more.

How Does Alcohol Affect the Brain? Does It Kill Brain Cells?

02.19.2024 00:20 AM

Does alcohol consumption really kill brain cells? Read to find out. The thought of brain cells dying due to alcohol consumption is not new. While drinking alcohol could make one act like some brain cells have died, is this really the case? Alcohol Consumption When it comes to drinking, intake is categorized as moderate, heavy, or binge drinking.

Popcorn Brain: Is Social Media Ruining Your Attention Span, Concentration?

02.18.2024 21:15 PM

Social media could be the reason why several people have been struggling with poor concentration. Read to learn more.

Wet vs Dry Skin: Which Gives You Better Protection, Higher Chances of Survival From Lightning Strikes

02.18.2024 01:00 AM

Dousing your head in water when there's a lightning storm increases your chances of survival. Continue reading to learn more.

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