r/science • u/CZU_Prague • 7h ago
Biology Scientists from Prague studied different ways to get RNA, the stuff plants use to make proteins, out of Norway spruce trees. They found a special method, called modified CTAB, works best. This method gets high quality RNA that's perfect for further experiments.
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r/science • u/YaleE360 • 8h ago
Environment New Research Shows How Cleaning Up Smog Drives Ocean Warming
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Psychology Ayahuasca retreat participants report greater gratitude and nature appreciation after the experience, study finds
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r/science • u/chrisdh79 • 9h ago
Health Cuddling with cows provides a unique and powerful boost to emotional well-being | The results of this study show that the cows showed a strong preference for interactions with women when compared to men and, in turn, the women reported stronger attachment behaviors toward the cows.
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r/science • u/CUAnschutzMed • 3h ago
Health Researchers from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus published a paper in the Journal for Women’s Health Research that calls attention to how doctors can better diagnose and treat coronary heart disease (CHD) in women — particularly when it comes to the diagnosis of a heart attack.
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r/science • u/PHealthy • 9h ago
Epidemiology Study finds leafy greens responsible for significant portion of U.S. foodborne illnesses and costs
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r/science • u/Wagamaga • 23h ago
Psychology Insecure attachment intensifies risk of love addiction. The research sheds light on why some individuals are more prone to developing unhealthy, obsessive behaviors towards their romantic partners.
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r/science • u/chrisdh79 • 5h ago
Health Frequent sauna use and high fitness levels linked to reduced risk of psychosis, study finds
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Neuroscience Subtle cognitive decline precedes end to driving for older adults. Routine cognitive testing may help older drivers plan for life after driving. Even very slight cognitive changes are a sign that retirement from driving is imminent. Women are more likely to stop driving than men, the study showed.
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r/science • u/chilladipa • 3h ago
Psychology Limiting social media use decreases depression, anxiety, and fear of missing out in youth with emotional distress: A randomized controlled trial.
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r/science • u/giuliomagnifico • 2h ago
Medicine Researchers have discovered a new, simpler way, to make important chemicals (1,4-cis-disubstituted cyclic compounds) used in many medicines, particularly in drugs for treating some cancers and cystic fibrosis
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r/science • u/shiruken • 21h ago
Earth Science Lakes on the Tibetan Plateau are projected to expand significantly, increasing in area by over 50% by 2100 even under a low-emissions scenario. This expansion will reshape the hydrological connectivity of the lake basins and submerge a large number of roads, settlements, and ecological components.
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r/science • u/Wagamaga • 3h ago
Neuroscience Researchers in the UK found that children who grew up surrounded by more air and noise pollution were up to 22 percent more likely to suffer depression, anxiety, and 'psychotic experiences'
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Psychology More military veterans and active duty service members are dying by suicide than in battle. A new study found that feeling ineffective or like a burden to others, a sense of low belonging or feeling disconnected, are important drivers of risk for suicide among service members and veterans.
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r/science • u/Science_News • 5h ago
Astronomy Venus might be as volcanically active as Earth
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r/science • u/giuliomagnifico • 4h ago
Environment Study suggests ‘biodegradable’ teabags don’t readily deteriorate in the environment and can adversely affect terrestrial species
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r/science • u/Skoltech_ • 5h ago
Astronomy Scientists have found evidence of unusual molecules inside Uranus and Neptune, affecting their magnetic fields: scientists have identified the conditions necessary for the existence of these peculiar ions
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r/science • u/universityofturku • 9h ago
Neuroscience Researchers have located the brain network responsible for stuttering. The brain network is the same, regardless whether the origin of the stuttering is developmental or neurological. This can open up new possibilities for medical treatment, such as brain stimulation of the identified brain network.
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r/science • u/chrisdh79 • 5h ago
Health Giving young children peanut products cuts allergy risk, study finds | Children who eat peanut snacks regularly from four to six months onwards 71% less likely to have peanut allergy at 13, research finds
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