Stay informed with the latest scientific research broken down by experts into 3-minute Digests.
In 10 seconds? Researchers have found that the frequent use of mobile devices by toddlers and smaller children can hinder their ability to learn how to regulate their emotions and what specialists call executive functioning – beha...
In 10 seconds? Lynch syndrome is a hereditary condition that can increase the likelihood of colon cancer. These sorts of conditions can have important implications for cancer screening recommendations and treatments. Wait, wait,...
In 10 seconds? Researchers have come up with an easy and inexpensive way to break down harmful ‘forever chemicals’ (PFAS) in our water, providing a possible solution to removing hazardous human-made materials from the environment....
In 10 seconds? Scientists are putting their knowledge of epigenetics to work in the fight against cancer. Multiple cancer treatments have already come from this rapidly developing field. Hey, I heard epigenetics is a cool field b...
In 10 seconds? A recent study found that 9 months after the first COVID-19 epidemic peak (back in March 2020), birthrates have dropped in many European countries. What caused this and what are the consequences? What’s the story?...
In 10 seconds? Getting older? There is a reason to look on the bright side in one aspect. A longitudinal study conducted over 20 years has found that people report experiencing less stress as they age. How did they find this out?...
In 10 seconds? New research suggests that certain tests could determine if Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors (ICIs) will have unwanted side effects on individual cancer patients. Why is that a big deal? ICIs have revolutionized cancer...
In 10 seconds? Scientists have developed a new kind of solar panel that has achieved 9% efficiency in converting water into hydrogen and oxygen. This development is a major leap in technology as it is nearly 10 times more efficien...
In 10 seconds? Progress in treating bone cancer has been slow – even though it’s been found in the remains of 1.7 million-year-old fossils of our ancestors and even dinosaurs. Luckily, some experts think that’s about to change. W...
