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Octopus DNA contains grave warning for sea level rise
Science
Aussie and NZ scientists have used octopus DNA to discover that the West Antarctic Ice Sheet (WAIS) likely collapsed during the Last Interglacial period around 120,000 years ago – when global temperatures were similar to today. The team compared Read more about Octopus DNA contains grave warning for sea level rise
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Sniffing a women's tears may help reduce aggressive behaviour in men
PLOS Biology
Sniffing women’s tears may reduce aggressive behaviour in men, according to international research. The researchers had a group of men sniff either women’s emotional tears or saline while they played a two-person game designed to elicit Read more about Sniffing a women's tears may help reduce aggressive behaviour in men
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What makes your cheddar cheesy?
Nature Communications
European researchers say a combination of teeny-tiny bugs are responsible for the lovely flavours of the cheddar cheese on your toastie. The team spent a year doing what most of us dream about - making and eating specially made cheese. They added Read more about What makes your cheddar cheesy?
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Use of 'hype words" in medical research papers is increasing
JAMA Network Open
An analysis of medical journal paper abstracts from research found that the use of hype words such as "novel", "important", and "key" increased between 1985 and 2020. The researchers looked specifically at studies funded by the US National Read more about Use of 'hype words" in medical research papers is increasing
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Uncovering the hidden wonder of cells
Nature Cell Biology
Mesmerising voyage into the heart of cells tells a tale of intricate and surprising connections: Researchers have developed a new technique to see inside cells with unprecedented detail, revealing a complicated web of interactions that provide new Read more about Uncovering the hidden wonder of cells
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Why do dogs chew so much – and should we let them?
'Chew HQ' at the University of Sydney wants to hear from you about the private lives of your best friends. While this drives some owners mad, veterinary scientists suspect there must be functional reasons why your best friend chews bones, sticks, Read more about Why do dogs chew so much – and should we let them?
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City living can pose developmental risks
Public Health Research and Practice
A new study highlights the wide range of urban exposures during early childhood that can influence growth and development. It is expected that by 2030, more than 60% of the world’s population will live in urban areas. New research highlights the Read more about City living can pose developmental risks
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Chatbot tech has potential to transform brain injury rehab
Clinical Rehabilitation
Using chatbot technology on the recovery journey after a traumatic brain injury (TBI) offers huge potential to keep at-home rehabilitation on track, especially between clinical therapy visits. A small-scale Flinders University study has identified Read more about Chatbot tech has potential to transform brain injury rehab
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WHO declares a new COVID19 variant of interest
The World Health Organization has declared a new COVID-19 variant of interest, known as JN. 1, due to its rapidly increasing spread. The variant JN. 1 was previously grouped under its 'parent' variant , known as BA. 2. 86, but has now been listed Read more about WHO declares a new COVID19 variant of interest
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Citizen scientists can help nature survive in the summer holidays
Citizen scientists are invited to South Australia’s Kangaroo Island this summer to help monitor its recovery from the devastating Black Summer bushfires of 2019-20. The Flinders University citizen science ‘Passport 2 Recovery’ (P2R) phone app Read more about Citizen scientists can help nature survive in the summer holidays
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Great British Bake Off recipes are actually very good for you (or at least some ingredients are)
The BMJ
If you're looking for a convoluted way to feel good about the nutritional value of your Christmas pud, international researchers say you should steal recipes off the Great British Bake Off. As part of The BMJ’s Christmas issue, the researchers Read more about Great British Bake Off recipes are actually very good for you (or at least some ingredients are)
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Blind drunk: A champagne cork to the eye is no reason to celebrate
The BMJ
Eye specialists warn the pressure in a champagne bottle is three times as high as a standard car tyre, and can launch a cork at speeds of up to 80km/h. This can take the cork from bottle to eye in less than 0. 05 seconds, faster than we can blink. Read more about Blind drunk: A champagne cork to the eye is no reason to celebrate
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New Years contraception: Morning after pill sales spike from... the morning after
The BMJ
While old acquaintances may be forgot, the after-effect of the night's activities may not always be so forgettable, as US researchers say the sale of morning after pills is estimated to rise by 10% in the week after the New Year holiday. The team Read more about New Years contraception: Morning after pill sales spike from... the morning after
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World record broken: new ultra-high speed processor to advance AI, driverless vehicles and more
Communications Engineering
A team of Aussie and international scientists have developed an ultra-high-speed signal processor that can analyse 400,000 real-time video images concurrently. The technology has profound implications for the safety and efficiency of driverless cars, Read more about World record broken: new ultra-high speed processor to advance AI, driverless vehicles and more
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Your Facebook posts don't portray what you think they do
PLOS ONE
Posting to social media is supposed to be a means to tell our friends what is going on in our lives, but US researchers say that those friends don't always get what you're putting out. The researchers found Facebook posts were often isolated and Read more about Your Facebook posts don't portray what you think they do
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Higher waist circumference linked to higher risk of infertility in women
PLOS ONE
Women with higher waist circumference measurements have a higher risk of infertility, according to international researchers. The team compared the waist circumference of 3,239 women aged 18-45, 327 of whom were infertile. The researchers say those Read more about Higher waist circumference linked to higher risk of infertility in women
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Being predisposed to high blood pressure and cholesterol is a heart risk at any age
PLOS ONE
People who are genetically predisposed to having higher blood pressure and cholesterol levels have a higher risk of coronary heart disease, regardless of their age, according to Aussie-led research. The study found that having high blood pressure Read more about Being predisposed to high blood pressure and cholesterol is a heart risk at any age
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People who die suddenly after exercising less likely to have drugs in their system than for other sudden deaths
JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology
People who die from sports-related sudden cardiac death are less likely to have drugs in their system than those who have a sudden cardiac death that isn't sports-related, according to Australian and international researchers. The team says it can Read more about People who die suddenly after exercising less likely to have drugs in their system than for other sudden deaths
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High cholesterol and high blood pressure early in life influences your heart even after you lower your levels
PLOS ONE
Having high cholesterol or high blood pressure before the age of 55 increases your risk of heart disease in later life - even if you're eventually able to lower your levels - according to Australian and international research. The team used a Read more about High cholesterol and high blood pressure early in life influences your heart even after you lower your levels
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The global insect decline is most noticeable in species that used to be abundant
Nature
Have you noticed there are fewer insects around than there used to be? The global decline of insects is disproportionately affecting species that used to be abundant, according to international researchers. The meta-analysis of 57 studies found that Read more about The global insect decline is most noticeable in species that used to be abundant
InternationalGerman Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research, Germany
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