Category : Research


New dementia target found in brain support cells

Groundbreaking research identifies overactive astrocytes as a key driver of dementia, with a new compound showing promise in slowing disease progression and extending life in mice.

DNA co-discoverer James Watson dies aged 97

Nobel laureate James Watson, who co-discovered DNA's double helix, has died at 97. His groundbreaking work revolutionised science but was later overshadowed by racist remarks.

Camel and llama blood may treat Alzheimer's

Tiny nanobodies from camel and llama blood could revolutionise Alzheimer's treatment by crossing the blood-brain barrier. Discover the promising new research.

Walking Test Spots Parkinson's 9 Years Early

German neurologists discover a simple movement test analysing walking turns could detect Parkinson's disease up to 8.8 years before official diagnosis. Learn about this breakthrough.

Brain Development Atlas Offers Hope for Autism Treatment

Groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford creates first-ever comprehensive atlas of mouse brain development, revealing critical windows that could transform understanding of neurodevelopmental conditions.

Ancient Welsh cave art rewrites human history

Groundbreaking archaeological find in Welsh caves reveals sophisticated 15,000-year-old artwork, forcing scientists to completely reconsider the timeline of human creativity and settlement in Britain.

Climate Change Contributed to Roman Empire's Fall

Groundbreaking research uncovers how climate shifts and devastating pandemics contributed to the collapse of one of history's greatest empires, drawing striking parallels with modern challenges.

Science Museum sets world record with tallest slime

London's Science Museum celebrates a new Guinness World Record as the 'Battleship Slime' creation soars to unprecedented heights, marking a monumental moment in scientific play and education.

Ancient Biblical cult site unearthed in Israel

Archaeologists have uncovered a stunning 5,300-year-old temple complex in Israel that reveals mysterious pagan rituals and human sacrifices centuries before the Biblical battle of Armageddon.

UK antibiotic breakthrough fights deadly superbug

Groundbreaking research reveals that a widely prescribed antibiotic in Britain could effectively treat a drug-resistant superbug, offering new hope in the fight against antimicrobial resistance.

Harvard Medical School explosion: Two arrested

Two individuals face serious charges after an explosive device detonated at Harvard Medical School's genetics building, sparking a major terrorism investigation and campus lockdown.

Psychopaths favour blue colour, study reveals

New psychological research uncovers surprising connection between colour preferences and psychopathic traits, with blue emerging as the favoured hue among individuals displaying these characteristics.

Humans developing 'horns' from phone use

Groundbreaking research uncovers how smartphone addiction is causing bone spurs to grow at the base of skulls - a modern medical phenomenon affecting young adults.

Daily Walk Could Slash Alzheimer's Risk

Groundbreaking UK research reveals how a simple daily walking routine could significantly reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, offering new hope for prevention.

Daily walking may slow Alzheimer's progression

New research suggests that achieving 8,900 daily steps may significantly slow cognitive decline in people with early Alzheimer's disease, offering a simple preventative strategy.

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