Scientists Just Hacked Our Dreams to Solve Puzzles We Couldn't Crack While Awake
Northwestern researchers found a way to influence what we dream about, and it's helping people solve problems that stumped them during waking hours.
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A Roman Mosaic Just Revealed a Lost Greek Tragedy Nobody Knew Still Existed
British farmers accidentally uncovered a 1,800-year-old mosaic that depicts a version of the Trojan War we thought was gone forever.
Intermittent Fasting Could Be a Game Changer for Crohn's Disease, New Study Suggests
A groundbreaking study shows time-restricted eating dramatically reduces Crohn's symptoms and inflammation without calorie counting or diet changes.
A Gut Bacteria Compound Might Protect Kids From Fatty Liver Disease
New research shows a natural compound from gut bacteria could shield children from fatty liver disease, even when mom's diet isn't perfect during pregnancy.
Giant Hot Blobs Deep Inside Earth Are Messing With Our Magnetic Field
Scientists discovered two massive superheated rock structures beneath Africa and the Pacific that have been influencing Earth's magnetic field for millions of years.
When Science Has to Hit the Undo Button: A Nature Study Gets a Figure Fix
A prestigious Nature paper corrects duplicated images eight years later, reminding us that even top-tier science isn't immune to human error during crunch time.
Scientists Discover New Immune Cells That Could Change How We Treat Food Allergies
Researchers map the origins of Thetis cells, rare immune cells that teach our bodies to tolerate food and gut bacteria, opening doors for allergy treatments.
Robots Are About to Rappel Into Lava Caves on the Moon
European researchers are testing autonomous robots in Spanish volcanic caves to prepare for exploring lunar lava tunnels as potential base camps for astronauts.
Robots Are Going Underground to Scout Out Our Future Moon Bases
European researchers are testing autonomous robot teams in Spanish lava tunnels to prepare for lunar base exploration. The future looks subterranean.
Your Brain Might Be Trying to Remember, But Alzheimer's Is Scrambling the Signal
New research reveals how Alzheimer's disrupts the brain's memory replay system, offering hope for earlier detection and better treatments.
Scientists Just Figured Out Why Statins Wreck Your Muscles
Researchers used atomic-level imaging to reveal how statins force muscle proteins open, causing calcium leaks that lead to pain and weakness.
Blood Tests Could Catch Parkinson's Disease Decades Before Symptoms Show Up
Swedish researchers found biological markers that show up in blood during early Parkinson's stages, opening a window for diagnosis 20 years before symptoms appear.
