Bouncing seismic waves reveal distinct layer in Earth's inner core

Data captured from seismic waves caused by earthquakes has shed new light on the deepest parts…

Physicists create new model of ringing black holes

A new analysis has modeled black hole collisions in more detail and revealed so-called nonlinear effects…

Nanoparticles self-assemble to harvest solar energy

Researchers design a solar harvester with enhanced energy conversion capabilities. The device employs a quasiperiodic nanoscale…

Working a four-day week boosts employee wellbeing while preserving productivity, major six-month trial finds

Research involving 61 UK organizations found a 20% reduction in working time with no loss of…

Gene variations for immune and metabolic conditions have persisted in humans for more than 700,000 years

A new study explores ‘balancing selection’ by analyzing thousands of modern human genomes alongside ancient hominin…

Spinal cord stimulation instantly improves arm mobility after stroke

Pioneering clinical trial showed that spinal cord stimulation could enable survivors of moderate to severe stroke…

Scientists make breakthrough for 'next generation' cancer treatment

Scientists are a step closer to creating a new generation of light-activated cancer treatments. These new…

One in three parents may unnecessarily give children fever-reducing medicine

Some parents may not be properly measuring or responding to elevated temperatures in children, a new…

Tablet-based screening doubles detection of psychosis symptoms in youth

Asking patients to take a short survey on a tablet before their appointments may help mental…

Cohesion and connection drop in aging population

Social cohesion and connection decline in an ageing population, according to a new study of one…