Science & Technology

A new UK clinical trial has shown that an innovative implantable device cam reduce the frequency and intensity of seizures in children with severe epilepsy by 80%. This rechargeable device is attached to the skull and provides continuous electrical stimulation…

A recent study published in arXiv preprint warns of a looming data shortage for AI by 2026, Khaama Press reported yesterday. AI models, hungry for vast amounts of text data, could exhaust all high-quality online information within two years. This…

Scientists have identified a new genetic cause of obesity. People with a variant of the SMIM1 gene tend to burn less energy at rest, leading to weight gain. This variant is linked to a rare blood group (Vel-negative), affecting roughly…

Swedish scientists have recently created the world’s first ‘living computer’ that is made out of human brain tissue, the Daily Mail reported. According to the report, the computer composes of 16 organoids, or clumps of brain cells that were grown…

A 30-year study has found that eating ultraprocessed foods is associated with an early risk of death, emphasizing that different foods have different impacts. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, ultraprocessed foods are those that contain ingredients “never or…

Doctors have issued an urgent warning about the consumption of energy drinks, highlighting their potential link to serious health conditions, The Independent reported. The beverages, known for their high levels of caffeine and sugar, are popular among individuals looking to…

Scientists have developed a fluorescent dye that adheres to cancer cells, enabling surgeons to see and remove tiny cancerous tissues invisible to the naked eye, the Guardian reported. This breakthrough, created by researchers at the University of Oxford and ImaginAb…

A breakthrough study has revealed that teens who spend lots of time on social media have complained of feeling like they can’t pay attention to more important things like homework or time with loved ones. The study has possibly captured…

New research has found the world’s oceans are under siege from a convergence of extreme heat, oxygen loss, and acidification, the Guardian reported yesterday. The research, published in AGU Advances, says that about a fifth of the ocean’s surface is…

Researchers from the Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) have announced a groundbreaking blood test that can predict the recurrence of breast cancer years before it is detectable on scans. This “ultra-sensitive” test identifies traces of tumor DNA well before a…