3D models to study the origin of Linya, the prehistoric woman who lived in the Pyrenean foothills
The 2023 excavation campaign has just finished at the Cova Gran rockshelter in Santa Linya (Lleida), where Alfonso Benito Calvo, a geologist at the Centro Nacional de Investigación sobre la Evolución Humana (CENIEH) has been collaborating since 200.....»»
Study confirms Egyptians drank hallucinogenic cocktails in ancient rituals
A University of South Florida professor found the first-ever physical evidence of hallucinogens in an Egyptian mug, validating written records and centuries-old myths of ancient Egyptian rituals and practices. Through advanced chemical analyses, Davi.....»»
Rainforest protection reduces the number of respiratory diseases, research suggests
Rainforest protection is not only good for biodiversity and the climate—it also noticeably improves the health of humans who live in the corresponding regions. This is the conclusion drawn by a current study by the University of Bonn and the Univer.....»»
Producing high-quality seeds of an heirloom cabbage in different crop management systems
A new study, conducted by the University of Florida, on heirloom cabbage production sheds light on how different crop management systems affect seed quality. The research highlights the potential for sustainable and resilient farming practices to enh.....»»
M4 MacBook Pro display uses quantum dot film for more vibrant color & motion performance
A display analyst shared that Apple has shifted from traditional red KSF phosphor film to quantum dot film in the latest MacBook Pro models with M4.M4 MacBook Pro. Image source: AppleQuantum dot technology isn't new, in fact, Apple has been investiga.....»»
Save up to $250 on every M4 Mac mini, plus get M2 early Black Friday deals from $449
Apple's new Mac mini is eligible for promo code savings, with every M4 and M4 Pro spec up to $250 off. Plus, grab closeout deals on M2 models, with prices starting at $449.Coupon savings are in effect on every M4 Mac mini.The early Black Friday deals.....»»
Moving graphene from the lab to fab: How 2D materials could transform everyday electronics
Graphene has lived up to its promise in the lab. Now, EU researchers are working on supporting its wider adoption in high-end electronics, photonics and sensors......»»
Study finds humidity diminishes daytime cooling gains in urban green spaces
Urban green spaces provide shade for city dwellers facing rising temperatures brought on by climate change, but how much relief from the heat island effect do they provide when humidity is factored in?.....»»
Using AI to drive cybersecurity risk scoring systems
In this Help Net Security video, Venkat Gopalakrishnan, Principal Data Science Manager at Microsoft, discusses the development of AI-driven risk scoring models tailored for cybersecurity threats, and how AI is revolutionizing risk assessment and mana.....»»
Electric field signals reveal early warnings for extreme weather, study reveals
A new study led by Dr. Roy Yaniv from the Institute of Earth Sciences at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Sheba Medical Center, in collaboration with Dr. Assaf Hochman from The Hebrew University and Prof. Yoav Yair from Reichmann University, ha.....»»
Study of US law enforcement co-responder programs identifies wide variations
In response to demands for police reform, agencies have begun to pursue alternative responses to calls involving mental health crises. Across the United States, jurisdictions are adopting co-responder teams that bring qualified mental or behavioral h.....»»
44,000 deaths and $10 billion: Study quantifies annual cost of child marriage in Nigeria
A study authored by Xiangming Fang, a research associate professor in the Georgia State University School of Public Health, provides the first estimates of the significant economic burden that child marriage imposes on the people and economy of Niger.....»»
Kinetic Alfvén waves may be key to mystery of solar corona heating
Syed Ayaz, a researcher at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), has published a paper in Scientific Reports that builds on an earlier first-of-its-kind study that examined kinetic Alfvén waves (KAW) as a possible explanation for why the so.....»»
Researchers shed light on the experiences of caregivers in Nunavut"s family service system
Researchers at the Umingmak Centre, a child advocacy center in Nunavut, and the University of Toronto's Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) have released a study that identifies systemic challenges in Nunavut's child welfare system—an.....»»
Researcher suggests beloved Disney classics convey an idealized image of fatherhood
For decades, Disney animations have shaped perceptions of family relationships and gender roles. Although much focus has traditionally been on princesses and female characters, a new study shifts attention to fatherhood and the evolving ideals of mas.....»»
What determines support for EU-climate policy? Study reveals acceptance depends on inclusion of social policy measures
Climate change is one of the greatest challenges of our time, and the European Union has set itself ambitious targets to become climate-neutral by 2050. A new policy paper from the Cluster of Excellence "The Politics of Inequality" at the University.....»»
Shakespeare or ChatGPT? Study finds people prefer AI over real classic poetry
Readers are unable to reliably differentiate AI-generated from human-written poetry and are more likely to prefer AI poems, according to new research published in Scientific Reports. This tendency to rate AI poetry positively may be due to readers mi.....»»
Researchers use nanotechnology to boost benefits of anthocyanin
An article published in the journal Food Research International describes a study in which nanoencapsulated anthocyanins passed through the digestive system without being degraded, were absorbed efficiently, and reached more organs and tissues than u.....»»
Community protected by law on coast of Southeast Brazil is threatened by litter tourists leave on beach
A study conducted by researchers at the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP) found high levels of contamination on Perequê Beach in Guarujá, a city on the coast of São Paulo state, Brazil, with plastic litter and cigarette butts predominatin.....»»
MacBook Air vs. MacBook Pro: how to easily decide which to buy
Now that both models have the M3 chip, it's never been harder to choose between the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro......»»
M4 MacBook Pro use quantum dot film for more vibrant color & motion performance
A display analyst shared that Apple has shifted from traditional red KSF phosphor film to quantum dot film in the latest MacBook Pro models with M4.M4 MacBook Pro. Image source: AppleQuantum dot technology isn't new, in fact, Apple has been investiga.....»»