Mosquitoes have more than one way to smell humans
Female mosquitoes ‘smell’ humans’ cocktail of scents to detect the blood they need to nourish their eggs. But they have more than one way to achieve this.
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Why thinking too hard is exhausting
Have you ever been exhausted after thinking too much? It’s likely the build-up of glutamate is poisoning your neurons.
2022 National Science Week is here!
It’s that time of year again, when too much science is never enough. That’s right, National Science Week, Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology is on from 13-21 August.
Get up, get out and get moving
Do you meet the exercise guidelines each week? If you do, it can help reduce your mortality risk.
Moderate drinking might still cause cognitive decline
Consumption of seven or more units of alcohol per week is associated with higher iron levels in the brain. Such accumulation has been linked with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases and is a potential mechanism for alcohol-related cognitive decline.
First images from the James Webb telescope
Back in February, I talked about the James Webb telescope arriving in its final position – and now its first spectacular images are here.
When sniffing that butt can give you cancer
Dogs love to sniff each other’s butts. But it can give them the world’s oldest cancer, and males more frequently than females.
The Hunga volcanic eruption in numbers
When the Hunga volcano erupted on 15 January, it was among the largest volcanic eruptions recorded. Now, the full extent of the eruption is becoming clearer.
The cancer cells that wake up while we sleep
It sounds like a proper boogie monster that comes out at night while we are all asleep: breast cancer cells that are likely to travel to new locations seem to be more active at night while we rest.
Bulldogs face breeding ban in the UK
Some people think bulldogs are cute, with their smooshed-up faces and wrinkly skin. But British vets are asking people to stop buying them until their serious health issues can be addressed.
Tricking your brain to breathe more easily
Most of us would agree that Vicks VapoRub works to help you breathe better when you have a cold. But how?
When is a bee not a bee? When it’s a fish
According to a Californian court ruling, bumblebees can now be legally classified as fish. The ruling allows the state to apply to protect endangered bees.
Mayan tooth inlays may have improved dental health
People of the ancient Maya culture set inlays of gold and jade into their otherwise healthy teeth. The ‘glue’ used to hold the inlays may also have reduced the risk of oral infections and improved dental health.
Seeds can grow in Moon dust, but not very well
Thale cress plants have been grown in regolith (the fine dust that covers the moon’s surface) using samples from Apollo missions – but they turn out small and stunted
Forget angry birds, try hangry worms
Have you ever skipped a meal and found yourself snapping at people for no good reason? Welcome to the world of hangry – but why does it happen?