Ron Jefferson

World's Largest Omnivore Lives in Under the Sea! Yes, Whale Sharks Eat Plants Too

07.26.2022 09:19 AM

Australian researchers discovered that whale sharks not only feed on krill and small fish; but also on plants. Read on to learn more about the world's largest omnivore.

DNA Recombination Present in Normal and Diseased Cell States

07.26.2022 08:30 AM

A team of international researchers found that the recombination of specific DNA genome sequences is present in both healthy and diseased cell states. Read on to find out the causality of recombination and DNA sequences.

Diabetes Breakthrough: Researchers Restore Insulin Production Using Drug Available in the Market

07.25.2022 10:00 AM

Australian researchers have discovered a novel technique allowing them to restore insulin production in pancreatic cells. Read on to know more about type 1 diabetes and how a cancer drug might be the solution to long-term diabetes treatment.

Robotic Transportation: Baidu, Chinese Tech Giant, Unveils App-Hailed All-Electric Self-Driving Cab

07.25.2022 08:30 AM

Autonomous vehicles are the future of robotic transportation. Read on to learn more about the all-electric self-driving car unveiled by Baiud.

Sakurajima Volcano Erupts Forces 2 Towns to Evacuate, Officials Maintain Highest Alert Level

07.25.2022 08:16 AM

Japan's most active volcano has erupted, with officials warning residents of two towns to evacuate. Read on to find out more about the Sakurajima volcano and the effects of the current eruption.

TikTok Viral Brown Noise Used to Combat Neurodivergent ADHD Brain

07.25.2022 07:00 AM

a viral video on TikTok shows a user with ADHD listening to brown noise for the first time. Read on to determine whether brown noise effectively combats ADHD symptoms.

Robot Playing 3 Simultaneous Chess Games in Russia Breaks 7-Year-Old Player's Fingers

07.25.2022 05:11 AM

A 7-year-old boy broke his fingers after a chess-playing robot accidentally grabbed his fingers. Click here to know more about the little boy and the accidents surrounding robots.

Novel Synthetic Fuel Created by Swiss Scientists Aims to Revolutionize Carbon Footprint of Air Travel

07.24.2022 04:20 AM

Swiss scientists discovered a novel synthetic fuel that was derived only by using solar power, carbon dioxide, and water. Read on to find out more about the revolutionizing technology that can neutralize the immense carbon footprint of aviation.

Escaped Pet Monkey in Russian Village Severely Injures Two-Year Old Ukranian Refugee

07.24.2022 02:32 AM

A two-year-old Ukrainian refugee staying in a Russian village is now in the ICU wing of a Moscow hospital after being brutally attacked by an escaped monkey. Click here to know more about Paulina and the harrowing ideal that left her scarred.

Teens Drink Water from Soaked Flavored Condoms to Get High, Why Is This New Trend Dangerous?

07.23.2022 23:55 PM

Young people are using condoms to get intoxicated in a bizarre new trend that has officials worrying about the spike in sales. Read on to find out more about the trend, its risks, and other ways condoms have been used for trends.

Extinct Archaic Human Genomic Record Completion Is An Advancement in Ancient Human DNA

07.22.2022 11:00 AM

To evolve the field of aDNA research, experts completed the aDNA genomic sequence of two archaic human species. Read on to find out more about ancient DNA research and its advances.

Bird Species, Extinction, Loss of Diversity Due to Climate Change

07.22.2022 10:00 AM

Climate change has been pushing mass extinction. Read on to discover why the loss in bird diversity is causative of species extinction.

Macrophage and Lysosome Cross-Talk Leads to Efficient Immune Response, Study Says

07.22.2022 09:00 AM

Macrophages found in almost all tissues in the human body are vital in the body's innate immune response. Read on to find out how crosstalk between macrophage organelles allows anti-microbial metabolites to prevent bacteria from spreading.

Most Comprehensive Penguin Evolution Study Reveals Threats of Cold-Adapted Species to Global Warming

07.22.2022 08:00 AM

One of the most comprehensive studies on the evolution of penguins has stumbled upon a worrying detail. Read on to find out about how penguins evolved and why their low evolutionary rate makes them prone to global warming.

Robot Dog Seen Firing Gun Fuels Nightmares: Is It Real? [WATCH]

07.22.2022 07:00 AM

A viral video showing an assault rifle strapped to a robot dog has been fueling the nightmares of many. Click here to find the truth about the video and more about quadrupedal robots.

AI System for Dermatologists Efficiently Evaluates Psoriasis Severity in Patients; Study Says

07.22.2022 05:02 AM

Psoriasis is the most common autoimmune disease affecting millions in the US. Read on to learn more about an AI system developed by dermatologists to accurately measure the severity of psoriasis in patients.

Evasive Omicron Tactics Offset by Booster Shots; Study Says

07.21.2022 11:00 AM

Omicron subvariant are predicted to dominate globally, being more evasive than their ancestral strain. Read on to find out why experts believe booster shots provide better immunity and prevent severe infection.

Three New Salamander Species Discovered in the Appalachian Mountains

07.20.2022 11:00 AM

Three new species of black-bellied salamanders have just been discovered. Read on to know more about the species and why it took so long to identify them from the rest of the population.

Universal Language Network Involving 45 Languages Discovered; Study Says

07.20.2022 10:00 AM

There are over 7,000 languages across the globe, and experts want to know if there is a universal nerual link between all languages. Read on to find out about uncovering which parts of the brain are more active when a person listens to their native language.

Wildlife Threatened by Human Activity, New Data Can Boost Conservation Efforts

07.20.2022 09:00 AM

Prioritizing areas and threats are key to securing successful conservation. Read on to find out how a new database allows conservationists to make better efforts by understanding how and where human activities threaten different areas and species.

Cruciferous Vegetables Supplement Like Broccoli and Cabbage Linked to Fending off Antibiotic Resistance

07.20.2022 08:00 AM

Green vegetables are long regarded for their numerous health benefits, but they may also hold the secret to combating drug-resistant bacteria. Read on to discover how a supplement derived from cruciferous vegetables could revolutionize infection treatment.

Self-Teaching Robot Dog Can Walk, Roll Over, Navigate Obstacles in Just One Hour of Training

07.19.2022 09:30 AM

Engineers from UC Berkeley have just unveiled a self-teaching robot dog. Read on to find out how the Dreamer algorithm helped the team reinforce the robot's learning.

Many Insomnia Pills Not Safe for Prolonged Use With Some Lacking Clinical Effectiveness

07.19.2022 08:30 AM

Insomnia can persist long and often require drug treatment and therapy. Read on to find out which drugs are more effective on treating insomnia according to Oxford researchers.

Global Warming: Why the Arctic Is Warming Twice as Fast as the Rest of the Earth?

07.19.2022 07:30 AM

Despite what we know, the Arctic is melting at a far more rapid rate than we believe. Read on to find out what Arctic amplification is and why its increasing in this warming world.

Fire Detection Sensors: Italy's Bet to Combat Forest Fires Amidst Climate Change

07.18.2022 11:00 AM

Forest fires have desecrated millions of acres of forests across the globe which resulted in billions of tonnes of CO2 emissions. Read on how Italy is placing its bets to prevent the catastrophe on ultra-early fire detecting sensors.

Beginning of Life Explained: May Come From a Mix of RNA and DNA

07.18.2022 10:00 AM

For so long, scientists have debated how life began on Earth. Read on to find out how researchers suggest that a mix of DNA and RNA resulted in the first lifeforms on the planet.

Plants Can Self-Medicate By Producing Own Aspirin When Stressed

07.18.2022 09:00 AM

Like humans, plants also take pain relievers when under stress. Read on to find out how the plant defense mechanism uses salicylic acid and why.

Strange 14,000-Year-Old Human Fossil Found in South China Reveals Links to Native Americans

07.18.2022 08:00 AM

A 14,000-year-old fossil discovered decades ago in the Yunnan province, China finally gives up its secrets. Read on to find out more about the ancestors of Native Americans.

4 Easy Dumbbell Workouts That Help Build Muscle Strength, According to Experts

07.18.2022 07:00 AM

Exercise does not need to be expensive; having a few dumbbells are a great way to get started while reaping the benefits. Read on to find out easy dumbbell full-body workouts that can improve your health.

How Many Alcoholic Drinks Does it Take to Increase Risks of Cognitive Decline? Study Says 4

07.15.2022 10:00 AM

Alcohol is known to have negative effects on health, but how drastic the extent of this damage isn't clear. Read on to find out how four regular units of alcohol are enough to cause cognitive decline.