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Disabling a clock protein shields the brain from Alzheimer’s effects—hinting at a new path for neuroprotection. Disrupting the connection between the body’s internal clock and the brain may slow the progression of neurodegeneration in mice with Alzheimer's-like symptoms, according to new research

An eye-opening experiment on cephalopods reinforces why it is so important for us not to underestimate animal intelligence.

Deep-brain structures like the basal ganglia or the thalamus wield major influence on our behavior.

Scientists have discovered which animal was the first to branch off from our collective common ancestor.

The aesthetic Turing Test is not just about whether a machine can fool us; it’s a challenge that asks us to decide what we really want from art.

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People who play certain wind instruments, like the didgeridoo, may find it easier to breathe while sleeping, according to emerging research.

IN A NUTSHELL 🌌 Astronomers discovered the Midpoint cloud, a Giant Molecular Cloud spanning 650 trillion miles. 🔭 The Green Bank Telescope played a crucial role in identifying this vast structure within the Milky Way. 🌠 The cloud contains dense gas clumps and masers, indicating active star formation. 🚀 Researchers suggest the cloud is vital

Astronomers found hidden cosmic channels, like tunnels, connecting our solar system to distant stars, reshaping views of interstellar space.

A new trend is quiet cracking. People at work are silently feeling stuck. What are they to do? One path involves getting advice from AI. Here's the AI Insider scoop.

Insights from human brains could inform how scientists search for awareness in all its possible forms

Doerig, Kietzmann and colleagues show that the brain’s response to visual scenes can be modelled using language-based AI representations. By linking brain activity to caption-based embeddings from large language models, the study reveals a way to quantify complex visual understanding.

A new study provides the first visual evidence showing that brain circuits in living animals can be activated by ultrasound waves projected into specific patterns (holograms).

Let's start with a thought experiment: Close your eyes and imagine what the future might look like in a few hundred years.

Stepping into a virtual forest or waterfall scene through VR could be the future of pain management. A new study shows that immersive virtual nature dramatically reduces pain sensitivity almost as effectively as medication. Researchers at the University of Exeter found that the more present participants felt in these 360-degree nature experiences, the stronger the pain-relieving effects. Brain scans confirmed that immersive VR scenes activated pain-modulating pathways, revealing that our brains can be coaxed into suppressing pain by simply feeling like we re in nature.

Mexican cattle are again barred this month from entry to the United States over fears of spreading a flesh-eating parasite.

Stress, isolation, and uncertainty appear to have caused the brain to age quicker for those who lived through the crisis.

"Even if you're just a pure tool user you're going to find that the gains to utilising those tools are very, very high."

Neurosymbolic AI is quietly winning. Here’s what that means – and why it took so long

Brain dynamics and cognition share genetic roots. Criticality may guide future brain health research. A recent study published on June 24 in PNAS presents strong evidence that brain criticality—the delicate balance between neural excitation and inhibition—is heavily influenced by genetic factors

IN A NUTSHELL 🚀 Researchers have developed an AI program named Urania that designs more effective gravitational wave detectors. 🌌 These new detectors could significantly enhance our ability to observe distant cosmic events, including black hole mergers and early universe phenomena. 🔍 The AI-designed detectors cover a wider frequency range, potentially increasing the universe’s observable

If large creatures like elephants, giraffes and bison are allowed to thrive, they could alter habitats that allow for the rise of other giants

Vibe coding has become super easy, here’s how to do it

Geologic records reveal that magnetic field strength and oxygen levels rise and fall together, implying deep-Earth processes influence surface habitability.

Sea anemones may look alien, but scientists just found out they're hiding an ancient body 'blueprint' – one that most animals, including humans, still follow.

A careful alignment of three powerful lasers could generate a mysterious fourth beam of light that is throttled out of the very darkness itself.

Quantum teleportation achieved via fiber optics proves we can send information across vast distances, and no new infrastructure will need to be installed.

A newly released NASA image captures a mysterious peak piercing through Mars’ morning clouds.

BitCraft Online is a sandbox MMO where players can reshape the world around them – redirecting rivers, flattening mountains and constructing entire cities using a detailed terraforming system. While the upcoming Early Access version will cost around $30, the game is currently available to test for free.

Ocean acidification has already crossed a crucial threshold for planetary health, scientists say in unexpected finding