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The extraordinary influence of the lymphatic system on our health
It has remained mysterious for millennia, but we’re finally uncovering the profound role the lymphatic system plays in everything from preventing dementia to fighting cancer
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The extraordinary influence of the lymphatic system on our health
It has remained mysterious for millennia, but we’re finally uncovering the profound role the lymphatic system plays in everything from preventing dementia to fighting cancer
Categories: Science
Eye implant and high-tech glasses restore vision lost to age
Age-related macular degeneration is a common cause of vision loss, with existing treatments only able to slow its progression. But now an implant in the back of the eye and a pair of high-tech glasses have enabled people with the condition to read again
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Eye implant and high-tech glasses restore vision lost to age
Age-related macular degeneration is a common cause of vision loss, with existing treatments only able to slow its progression. But now an implant in the back of the eye and a pair of high-tech glasses have enabled people with the condition to read again
Categories: Science
Hand-powered device disinfects drinking water with nanoparticles
Turning the crank on a simple device filled with nanoparticles can remove serious pathogens from water in seconds, making it suitable for areas without electricity
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Hand-powered device disinfects drinking water with nanoparticles
Turning the crank on a simple device filled with nanoparticles can remove serious pathogens from water in seconds, making it suitable for areas without electricity
Categories: Science
Neanderthal-human hybrids may have been scourged by a genetic mismatch
When Homo sapiens and Neanderthals interbred, a genetic variation affecting red blood cells may have hindered reproduction in women who were hybrids, and this might have played a part in Neanderthals’ demise
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Neanderthal-human hybrids may have been scourged by a genetic mismatch
When Homo sapiens and Neanderthals interbred, a genetic variation affecting red blood cells may have hindered reproduction in women who were hybrids, and this might have played a part in Neanderthals’ demise
Categories: Science
Alternative Definitions - Pre
For each "alternative definition" below, try to figure out what word starting with "pre" is represented. For example, given the clue "delivered beforehand", the answer would be "present", since "beforehand" gives you "pre" and "delivered" means "sent", i.e. "pre" + "sent" = "present".
Good luck!
1. to yield beforehand
2. to release beforehand
3. to repair beforehand
4. to cut off the outer part of beforehand
5. to stroll beforehand
6. to send a message to a mobile phone beforehand
Check Braingle.com for the answer.
Good luck!
1. to yield beforehand
2. to release beforehand
3. to repair beforehand
4. to cut off the outer part of beforehand
5. to stroll beforehand
6. to send a message to a mobile phone beforehand
Check Braingle.com for the answer.
Categories: Brain Teaser
Alternative Definitions - Car
For each "alternative definition" below, try to figure out what word starting with "car" is represented. For example, given the clue "a country which is famous for producing cars", the answer would be "carnation".
Good luck!
1. 2,000 pounds of car weight
2. a place where ships load/unload cars
3. to wait in a car
4. a collection of liquid into which a car has been submerged
5. an animal kept as a companion that rides along with you in your car
6. to proceed with a car
Check Braingle.com for the answer.
Good luck!
1. 2,000 pounds of car weight
2. a place where ships load/unload cars
3. to wait in a car
4. a collection of liquid into which a car has been submerged
5. an animal kept as a companion that rides along with you in your car
6. to proceed with a car
Check Braingle.com for the answer.
Categories: Brain Teaser
mRNA covid vaccines spark immune response that may aid cancer survival
An analysis of patient records suggests that mRNA covid-19 vaccines boost the immune response to cancerous tumours when given soon after people start a type of immunotherapy, extending their lives
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mRNA covid vaccines spark immune response that may aid cancer survival
An analysis of patient records suggests that mRNA covid-19 vaccines boost the immune response to cancerous tumours when given soon after people start a type of immunotherapy, extending their lives
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‘Nightmare’ calculation may be too tricky for even quantum computers
Quantum computers hold great potential for solving many problems more quickly or efficiently than conventional computers, but researchers are starting to identify where they could falter
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‘Nightmare’ calculation may be too tricky for even quantum computers
Quantum computers hold great potential for solving many problems more quickly or efficiently than conventional computers, but researchers are starting to identify where they could falter
Categories: Science
Replacing sugar with artificial sweetener may help your gut microbiome
One of the longest trials of artificial sweeteners to date found that they may increase beneficial gut bacteria, though the boost may also be related to weight loss
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Replacing sugar with artificial sweetener may help your gut microbiome
One of the longest trials of artificial sweeteners to date found that they may increase beneficial gut bacteria, though the boost may also be related to weight loss
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We can use ordinary sugar in the search for dark matter
Physicists have tried so many different ways to find dark matter, but none has been successful. Now an unexpected contender has entered the arena - ordinary table sugar.
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We can use ordinary sugar in the search for dark matter
Physicists have tried so many different ways to find dark matter, but none has been successful. Now an unexpected contender has entered the arena - ordinary table sugar.
Categories: Science
We're starting to understand why childhood adversity leaves its mark
Experiencing severe hardship in childhood can have a lasting impact. Understanding this better could open the door to more effective treatments
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We're starting to understand why childhood adversity leaves its mark
Experiencing severe hardship in childhood can have a lasting impact. Understanding this better could open the door to more effective treatments
Categories: Science