3 d. ago Study reveals chromium's role in molten salt reactor corrosion

High temperatures and ionizing radiation create extremely corrosive environments inside a nuclear reactor. To design long-lasting reactors, scientists must understand how radiation-induced chemical reactions impact structural materials.

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3 d. ago New study reveals you need $169K to be financially happy in Seattle

New study reveals you need $169K to be financially happy in Seattle  FOX 13 Seattle

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3 d. ago That 'uhh... let me think' face you make? Androids need it too

Ever asked a question and been met with a blank stare? It's awkward enough with a person—but on a humanoid robot, it can be downright unsettling. Now, an international team co-led by Hiroshima University and RIKEN has found a fix: giving androids a "thinking face." Their study reveals that when robots squint and furrow their brow while processing information, they appear more relatable, easing the eerie discomfort we feel with artificial beings that look almost, but not quite, human—known as the "uncanny valley" effect.

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4 d. ago Study reveals stark racial disparities in IBD care across the United States

Study reveals stark racial disparities in IBD care across the United States  Medical Xpress

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7 d. ago Do parents really have favorite children? Here’s what new research says

A new Brigham Young University study explores parental favoritism, revealing that gender, birth order and personality traits all affect parenting — and how kids perceive it.

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8 d. ago A new study reveals the genetic change that made horses so athletic

A genetic change that boosts a cell's aerobic capacity while also protecting it from excess stress could explain how horses became such powerful athletes, according to a new study in Science.

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1 week ago Which is the least Christian and Catholic city in the United States? Study reveals

Which is the least Christian and Catholic city in the United States? Study reveals  ZENIT - English

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1 week ago Cooking up food in the office microwave? New study reveals shocking amount of bacteria

A study analyzed bacteria levels in office microwaves compared to other environments. A food safety expert shared essential hygiene tips to keep shared microwaves clean and minimize health risks.

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1 week ago Prostate cancer risk increases by 45% among men who share one troubling behavior

A new study has revealed that men who don't heed recommendations for prostate cancer screenings are at a significantly higher risk of dying from the disease.

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2 w. ago Parkinson’s cases could double globally by 2050, study reveals

By 2050, Parkinson’s disease cases could double, reaching over 25 million worldwide. A new study reveals that aging and population growth could be key drivers of the increase.

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2 w. ago Pain could be reduced by watching nature scenes, new study suggests

A groundbreaking study reveals that exposure to nature can reduce pain by altering brain activity. Researchers found that participants experienced lower pain levels when viewing outdoor scenes.

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2 w. ago Australia in prime position to benefit from offshore industries

A new study led by Griffith University reveals great potential for co-locating offshore industries which can ease ocean congestion and foster sustainable economic growth.

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3 w. ago Study reveals barriers to AI integration in manufacturing design

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into manufacturing processes has huge potential for improving productivity, efficiency, and safety. Machine learning models are already used to monitor equipment health and others predict supply-chain issues and consumer demand. However, research published in the International Journal of Mechatronics and Manufacturing Systems suggests that there remain barriers to the more widespread adoption of AI in production environments. In particular, there are obstacles to incorporating AI in the early design phase.

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3 w. ago If you live in Washington, how much is a middle class income? New study reveals the range

If you live in Washington, how much is a middle class income? New study reveals the range  Bellingham Herald

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3 w. ago New study reveals 'staggering' scope of how much DEI was infused into government under Biden

A new report outlines the degree to which the Biden administration injected DEI into the federal government as the Trump administration pushes to eliminate it.

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