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Scientists were wrong about lifespan. Your genes matter way more than we thought

What influences how long we live, and how much of that is written in our genes? For many years, scientists believed genetics played only a

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Life on Mars? Tiny cells just survived shock waves and toxic soil

Mars is a harsh and unforgiving world. Any life that may have existed there in the past, or could exist today or in the future,

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Scientists say we’ve been treating Alzheimer’s all wrong

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) remains one of the most pressing global health challenges, especially as aging populations continue to grow. The condition steadily erodes memory and

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Scientists just found a hidden “drain” inside the human brain

How does the brain get rid of waste? It relies on a specialized drainage network known as the lymphatic system. Scientists have been working to

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Your DNA has a secret “second code” that decides which genes get silenced

Human DNA is built from long sequences of three-letter units made up of four nucleotides. These units, known as codons, tell cells which amino acids

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Scientists map the brain’s hidden wiring using RNA barcodes in major breakthrough

Researchers have developed a powerful new way to map how brain cells connect by tagging neurons with molecular “barcodes.” Using this technique, they were able

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Scientists say 7 days of meditation can rewire your brain

Researchers at the University of California San Diego report that a weeklong program combining meditation and other mind-body techniques can quickly produce measurable changes in

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AI breakthrough cuts energy use by 100x while boosting accuracy

Artificial intelligence is consuming enormous amounts of electricity in the United States. According to the International Energy Agency, AI systems and data centers used about

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Mars dust storms are sparking electricity and rewriting the planet’s chemistry

Mars is often portrayed as a dry, lifeless desert, but it is far more active than it appears. Its thin atmosphere and dusty terrain create

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This 5-day diet helped Crohn’s patients feel better fast

“What should I eat?” is one of the most common questions people with inflammatory bowel disease ask their doctors. It is also one of the