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A newly identified gene mutation may help explain why schizophrenia patients struggle to update their understanding of reality. The mutation disrupts a brain circuit involved in flexible decision-making, causing mice to stick with outdated choices .. ...

A puzzling wrinkled rock formation in Morocco has led scientists to rethink where ancient microbes could live. Instead of shallow, sunlit waters, these microbes may have thrived deep in the ocean, fueled by chemicals delivered by underwater ...

A new concept suggests SpaceX's Starship could revolutionize a future mission to Uranus, one of the solar system's most overlooked planets. By refueling in orbit and helping slow the spacecraft on arrival, it could cut travel time nearly in half. ...

A new study suggests that one of the most widely used health metrics, BMI, may be getting it wrong for a large portion of the population. By comparing BMI classifications with precise body fat measurements using advanced DXA scans, researchers found ...

A new study reveals that aging lungs may play a major role in why flu and COVID can become so dangerous for older adults. Researchers found that certain lung cells can trigger an exaggerated immune response, creating clusters of inflammatory cells .. ...

Fast fashion might come with a hidden danger: lead. Researchers testing children's shirts from multiple retailers found every sample exceeded U.S. safety limits, raising concerns about toxic exposure--especially since young kids often chew on ...

Scientists have discovered a way to make French fries less greasy without ruining their taste. By combining regular frying with microwave heating, they reduce the amount of oil absorbed during cooking. The key lies in pressure inside the food- ...

A new breakthrough in wireless technology could dramatically boost internet speeds while cutting energy use--by switching from radio waves to light. Researchers have developed a tiny chip packed with dozens of miniature lasers that can transmit ...

A surprising new study suggests that genetics may change how diet affects brain health--especially when it comes to Alzheimer's risk. Researchers found that older adults carrying high-risk APOE gene variants didn't show the expected cognitive decline ...

Scientists have taken a major step toward protecting the very cells that make sharp, colorful vision possible. By testing more than 2,700 compounds in thousands of lab-grown human retinal models, researchers uncovered several molecules that can ...