Tag: science
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Researchers Find Link Between IBS and Depression
A Tokyo University of Science study found that psychological stress and depression can contribute to IBS symptoms. That’s not surprising since the gastrointestinal system and mind are intricately connected via the gut-brain axis. Therefore, any mental distress will inevitably affect the body and vice-versa. The toxic amount of stress in today’s world contributes to numerous…
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Astronomers Find Strange Radio Waves Coming From the Galactic Center
Astronomers have recently observed peculiar radio waves emitting from our galactic center. Researchers say the radio waves don’t resemble any previous variable radio source. This data suggests that the signals may come from a new cosmic object in the Milky Way. Could it be aliens attempting to communicate with us? Researchers aren’t sure, but it’s…
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Earth’s Energy Imbalance Has Doubled, According to Science
A joint NASA and NOAA study found that Earth’s energy imbalance approximately doubled between 2005 and 2019. This term refers to the difference between the Sun’s radiative energy the atmosphere absorbs and how much Earth emits to space. When the Earth gains energy (the current scenario), a positive energy imbalance occurs, and the planet heats…
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Researchers Explain Why Warm Milk Makes You Tired
People have been drinking warm milk at bedtime for centuries to induce sleep and relaxation. While some may call pass off the tradition as mere folklore, science proves its benefits. Scientists previously believed that milk causes sleepiness due to its high concentration of tryptophan. This naturally occurring amino acid plays a vital role in producing…
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Australian Researchers Discover How to Transform Used Plastic into Fuel
Researchers from RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia, have developed an ecofriendly, affordable way to upcycle used plastic. Instead of polluting the land and oceans, plastic can become valuable nanomaterials and clean liquid fuel. Currently, a mere 20% of plastic waste gets recycled globally. Due to cost constraints and inadequate recycling infrastructure, increasing this number remains…