Metformin Trial Targets Deadly Aneurysms
Researchers are testing whether the common diabetes medication metformin can slow the growth of abdominal aortic aneurysms, which kill 4,000 people annually in the UK.
Researchers are testing whether the common diabetes medication metformin can slow the growth of abdominal aortic aneurysms, which kill 4,000 people annually in the UK.
Newly released documents show Jeffrey Epstein discussed financing a radical genetic engineering project aimed at creating designer babies and human clones while avoiding public association.
New neuroscience research reveals babies as young as two months can distinguish between object categories, challenging previous assumptions about infant cognitive development.
Scientists develop innovative blood test combining four protein markers to detect pancreatic cancer earlier, potentially saving thousands of lives in the UK where diagnosis often comes too late.
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RecommendedImperial College London research reveals same-sex behaviour in primates increases in harsh habitats and complex social groups, suggesting evolutionary survival benefits.
New research challenges common beliefs about attention, suggesting that enjoying distractions like cat photos could indicate strong focus skills. Experts debunk 10 widespread myths.
A groundbreaking study using AI analysis of 27,000 UK Biobank participants reveals five distinct sleep chronotypes, moving beyond simple morning or evening preferences to explain health and lifestyle variations.
Swedish researchers have identified 17 factors influencing Alzheimer's and vascular dementia, with 45% of cases linked to modifiable lifestyle choices like smoking and diet.
A 3,300-year-old Egyptian papyrus held by the British Museum has reignited scholarly debate about possible evidence for biblical giants, describing people up to eight feet tall.
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RecommendedThe Amondawa people of the Amazon rainforest have no concept of time, living entirely in the present moment. This contrasts starkly with modern physics theories suggesting 'Now' is an illusion.
New research suggests women experience peak life satisfaction while cohabiting and planning to marry, with happiness declining post-wedding, contrasting with men's sustained marital joy.
Renowned neuroscientist Professor Mike Morgan, known for his groundbreaking research and public outreach, has passed away, leaving a lasting impact on science and society.
A major Swedish study reveals AI-assisted mammograms reduce interval breast cancer diagnoses by 12%, improving detection rates and easing radiologist workloads.
Psychologists reveal how growing up in the 1960s and 1970s created a generation with exceptional problem-solving skills and independence through specific childhood experiences.
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RecommendedA groundbreaking University of Copenhagen study reveals genetics account for 55% of human lifespan, challenging previous estimates of 10-30% genetic influence.
Sebastian Gomez-Pena, paralysed after a diving accident, describes his Neuralink brain implant experience as 'magical' as he regains computer control through thought alone in UK trial.
Oleksiy Breus, who entered the Chernobyl control room hours after the 1986 explosion, reveals the devastating physical effects of radiation exposure and the catastrophic aftermath.
Sebastian Gomez-Pena, paralysed in a diving accident, shares his experience as one of the first UK participants in Neuralink's brain-computer interface trial.
Scientists have discovered that genetics could account for 50% of the variation in human lifespan, challenging previous underestimates and highlighting the role of biological ageing over external factors.
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RecommendedNew research reveals tumours release cystatin-C protein that crosses blood-brain barrier, activating brain's immune cells to clear Alzheimer's-linked amyloid plaques in mice.
Landmark Australian study finds daily low-dose aspirin provides no cancer prevention benefits for older adults and may elevate mortality risk from the disease.
Swedish researchers discover blood markers that reveal Parkinson's disease years before symptoms appear, potentially enabling earlier diagnosis and treatment.
Psychologists explain why we misplace items and share practical techniques to improve memory encoding and retrieval for everyday objects.
A controversial study using erosion analysis suggests Egypt's Great Pyramid may be tens of thousands of years older than the conventional 4,600-year dating, potentially rewriting ancient history.
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RecommendedA 13-year-old boy from the UK has become one of the first children to receive a revolutionary £1.65 million gene-editing therapy for thalassaemia, transforming his life.
University of Colorado researchers identify specific brain pathway that maintains chronic pain, potentially paving way for targeted treatments for millions affected worldwide.
ActionAid's move away from child sponsorship schemes has ignited debate about colonial paternalism in aid, with research in Tanzania revealing local unease and supporters defending their contributions.
Deborah Cameron, an influential sociolinguist and feminist activist, has died aged 67. Her work, including 'Verbal Hygiene' and 'Feminism and Linguistic Theory', reshaped understanding of language and gender.
Google DeepMind launches AlphaGenome, an AI tool analysing up to 1 million DNA letters to pinpoint genetic mutations driving diseases like cancer and heart conditions, accelerating new treatments.
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RecommendedGoogle DeepMind unveils AlphaGenome, an artificial intelligence system that predicts how DNA mutations influence disease, potentially accelerating drug discovery and genetic research worldwide.