SoulPulse Study Via Smartphones Track People's Spirituality and Mental Well-Being

Medicine & Technology Oct 04, 2020

Researchers use smartphones to discover a link between spiritual experiences and mental health. Using SoulPulse, sociologists have associated how more spiritual experiences were associated with better mental well-being.

Combining Natural Occuring Proteins in the Immune System May Cure Rotavirus

Oct 03, 2020

Rotavirus affects hundreds of thousands of young children all over the world despite available vaccines. A new study reveals that combining two protein groups in the immune system may cure and prevent rotavirus.

Amazon to Remove Coronavirus Halloween Mask for Sale in Line With Mental Health Awareness

Oct 03, 2020

An inappropriate Halloween mask of the coronavirus was recently discovered on Amazon, who promised to remove the product from their website. At the same time, as mental health issues have increased during the pandemic, it is an opportunity for everyone to grow in awareness and sensitivity with these illnesses.

Is Touch Your Love Language?

Oct 03, 2020

Physical distancing became international vocabulary due to the rapid spread of coronavirus. Will hugs and affectionate touch ever be the same again?

By 2050, Over 1,000 Invasive Species in the UK Will Pose Serious Threats to Native Species

Oct 02, 2020

Invasive species pose a serious threat to native species and ecosystems around the world. A recent study predicts that thousands of invasive species will be accounted for worldwide by 2050 if biosecurity and international trade laws aren't stricter.

Microfiber Pollution Affecting Mussels Have Implications for Larger Marine Species

Oct 02, 2020

Microfiber pollution in the form of laundry lint has serious effects on the health of mussels. Alongside chemical pollutants, a new study reveals implications of microplastic pollution affecting large marine species such as whales and dolphins

Blue Whale Recordings Reveal Daytime and Nighttime Song Patterns

Oct 02, 2020

Very little is known about blue whale songs, especially since the endangered species is difficult to track. A new study has evidence of song patterns, leading some marine biologists to believe that song times indicate particular seasons such as feeding and migration.

VIDA Diagnostics Receives FDA Clearance To Advance AI Lungprint Solution

Oct 02, 2020

Millions around the world suffer from lung damage or are diagnosed with lung cancer. VIDA Diagnostics Inc. offers advanced AI-powered solutions for precise and efficient diagnosis and treatment solutions.

New Study Associates Parasite With Various Neuropsychiatric and Behavioral Conditions

Oct 01, 2020

The parasite Toxoplasma gondii has previously been associated with a congenital condition affecting those with weak immune systems. A new study reveals that the parasite is associated with many more neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's and schizophrenia.

Galaxies Surrounding a Supermassive Black Hole May Give Clues to the Origins of the Universe

Oct 01, 2020

How supermassive black holes formed over billions of years have remained a mystery to astronomers for years. A recent discovery of six galaxies and a supermassive black hole forming a cosmic web may explain its origins.

People With Compassion Are the Least Lonely, Says Study

Oct 01, 2020

Researchers discover how wisdom and loneliness are inverse factors as people age. Researchers believe that increasing compassion and other components of wisdom may decrease loneliness.

Plants and Fungi as as Source of Renewable Energy May End Energy Poverty

Oct 01, 2020

Renewable energy is not only important for global warming, but also for entire ecosystems affected by logging, mining, and the negative health impacts of indoor pollution. International scientists believe that one way of reaching the sustainable development goal of clean and affordable energy is sourcing plant power from plants and fungi.

Researchers Around the World Share Atmospheric Changes During the Pandemic

Oct 01, 2020

Atmospheric scientists worldwide share how nitrogen and carbon gas emissions have significantly decreased during the pandemic weeks after lockdown measures. Results show the impact of traffic-related pollution, which researchers would typically study over several years.

New 3D Finger Vein Biometrics Has 99% Identification Accuracy

Sep 30, 2020

Traditional biometric authentication only uses 2D imagine—increasing the chances of false acceptance or rejection of identity. Researchers develop a new system using photoacoustic tomography for more accurate 3D finger vein biometric authentication.

African Grey Parrots Are Placed in Isolation After Foul-Mouthing Visitors

Sep 30, 2020

African grey parrots are among the most advanced species in learning human vocalization. Five parrots who were in isolation together during quarantine learned how to swear, and were caught swearing at visitors.