PITTSBURGH — Teachers in the United States have been overworked and underpaid for decades. Educators do so much to help form the backbone of society and shape the minds and leaders of tomorrow, yet continue to receive woefully little public and monetary support. Let’s face facts: Those looking for six-figure bank accounts hardly ever set out…

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RIVERSIDE, Calif. — Scientists have successfully engineered a plant that turns from its original green coloring to beet red when in the presence of a banned, toxic pesticide. While this breakthrough is still very much in its early stages, researchers from the University of California, Riverside say their work may one day lead to plants…

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BRISTOL, United Kingdom — Scientists in the United Kingdom have developed a new robot that takes the sometimes awkward human element out of clinical breast examinations. Intended to identify any abnormalities, changes, or lumps in a woman’s breasts that may point to breast cancer, CBEs are routine tests conducted by doctors. Now, this new device,…

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CHICAGO — Children’s literature in the U.S. is still dominated by White, male characters, according to a recent study from the University of Chicago. Researchers say ethnic minorities continue to be underrepresented in kids’ books. Moreover, the study finds that the child characters in these books are frequently depicted with lighter skin tones for no clear…

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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Sour candies like Warheads and Sour Patch Kids have been popular for decades, so it shouldn’t be all that surprising that many children who grew up indulging in sour treats continue to enjoy similar tastes as adults. Scientists at Penn State have found that one in eight adults still like intensely…

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — Tedious college lectures can feel like you’re sitting in class forever, but new research is offering up a novel solution to help break up the boredom and boost everyone’s learning skills. Scientists at The Ohio State University say exercise breaks during long lectures help both professors and students stay focused and energized. More…

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CINCINNATI — Think sports fans today have some crazy rituals? A new study suggests they don’t hold a candle to the psychedelic ceremonies taking place on the ballcourts of the ancient Mayans! Researchers have found evidence of ceremonial offerings buried under an ancient Maya sports arena, including a psychoactive plant containing similar compounds to LSD. Archaeologists…

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RIVERSIDE, Calif. — Dogs can be particularly susceptible to various forms of cancer, but new research is revealing that the size of man’s best friend may have a lot to do with their chances of getting sick. Specifically, a new study finds that medium-sized dogs appear to face the worst odds of developing cancer. Researchers…

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BRISTOL, United Kingdom — Although the Tyrannosaurus rex may have had tiny arms, scientists have generally thought the king of dinosaurs had a pretty big brain — until now. Prior studies suggested that the T. rex (and most of its dinosaur cousins) was quite smart, having an intelligence roughly equivalent to that of a modern-day…

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EXETER, United Kingdom — New research may give you extra motivation to skip the treadmill in favor of a jog or hike outside. Scientists at the University of Exeter have found that exercising in nature may help prevent thousands of cases of various diseases in the United Kingdom alone. Along with potentially saving countless people worldwide…

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ATHENS, Greece — Eyebrow-raising new research out of Sweden finds that women with heart disease receive treatment with cholesterol-lowering drugs less often than men. This is leading the study authors to call for “equal prescribing practices” across both men and women. “Cholesterol-lowering drugs save lives and prevent heart attacks, and should be prescribed to all…

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‘Biodegradable plastics may not be the silver bullet to plastic pollution as we believe them to be.’ DUNEDIN, New Zealand — Biodegradable plastics are often hailed as a helpful step in the right direction toward fighting plastic pollution, but noteworthy research is throwing cold water on that idea. Scientists at the University of Otago report that…

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NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — The rate of deaths during pregnancy in the United States reported by the CDC may be sharply exaggerated, according to a recent study. What’s behind this troubling overestimation? Study authors from Rutgers Health and other universities point to faulty surveillance techniques for the problem. The National Vital Statistics System (NVSS) of the…

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JÜLICH, Germany — Could a cup of creatine in the morning do more to wake you up than coffee? A team from the German national research institution Forschungszentrum Jülich finds that a single high dose of creatine can temporarily improve cognitive performance after a night of poor sleep. Creatine is a popular dietary supplement common…

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LONDON — Vitamin D may one day help humans fend off deadly forms of cancer, new research reveals. Scientists from the Francis Crick Institute, the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and Aalborg University have uncovered that vitamin D encourages the growth of a specific type of gut bacteria among mice — improving cancer immunity. More specifically,…

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COLLEGE PARK, Md. — Taking a few antacids after some spicy food may ease your heartburn, but there could be a very painful and surprising side-effect.  New research suggests that people who take acid-reducing drugs may be more likely to develop migraines. These acid-reducing drugs include proton pump inhibitors (omeprazole, esomeprazole), histamine H2-receptor antagonists (H2…

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COVENTRY, United Kingdom — A healthy diet benefits the brain in more ways than you might think. According to researchers from the University of Warwick, there’s a “profound” link between a person’s dietary choices and their brain health. More specifically, this latest research found that a healthy, balanced diet contributes to superior brain health, cognitive function,…

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CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom — Artificial sweeteners are a controversial product when it comes to health. While some studies suggest these substances are safer than consuming sugar, others warn that these chemicals carry their own health risks. With that in mind, neotame, one of the newest artificial sweeteners to hit the market in recent years, is…

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BRISTOL, United Kingdom — Video game culture has come a long way since the days of Pong and Pac-Man. Nowadays, many gamers engage in “speed runs” aimed at completing a level or entire game as fast as possible. Many speedrunners take advantage of glitches (also known as exploits) in games like Super Mario Bros. to finish…

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — No one ever said being a parent was easy, but many moms and dads may not realize just how lonely raising a child can be. A new national survey finds that a majority of parents nowadays experience isolation, loneliness, and burnout stemming from the demands of parenthood. Importantly, many parents feel like they…

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CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — In a milestone that blurs the line between the natural and synthetic worlds, scientists at UNC-Chapel Hill have constructed artificial cells that mimic the behavior of living cells. This groundbreaking achievement, a first in the annals of science, could unlock new frontiers in regenerative medicine, drug delivery, and medical diagnostics. “With this…

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PERTH, Australia — Flatulence may be the butt of countless jokes, but new research out of Australia finds that it may actually be a far more serious issue when it comes to climate change. Researchers found that breeding less flatulent cows and restoring agricultural land may significantly reduce rising methane emission levels, which are known to…

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PITTSBURGH — Atrial fibrillation, or Afib, refers to an irregular and oftentimes rapid heartbeat. AFib usually results in immediate symptoms such as feelings of dizziness, chest pain, and fatigue, but it also can put an individual at an increased risk of more serious concerns like heart failure. Now, troubling new research finds that AFib is both…

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ADELAIDE, Australia — It’s no secret that hypertension, or high blood pressure, can put someone at an increased risk of various cardiac issues, such as a heart attack or stroke. Now, however, research out of Australia finds that fluctuating blood pressure readings may increase the risk of dementia and vascular issues among older individuals. Short blood…

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TORONTO — When it comes to long-term COVID immunity, new research out of Canada suggests boosters are better than your original shot. Researchers from York University’s Centre for Disease Modeling in the Faculty of Science report that immunity following a COVID-19 booster shot lasts much longer than the primary series alone. The research team behind this…

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ORLANDO, Fla. — Clean drinking water is something everyone should have access to, but that’s unfortunately not the case in many regions worldwide. Now, noteworthy new research out of Florida suggests that gold — the coveted precious metal — may hold the key to cleaner drinking water for everyone. Associated with luxury and power throughout time,…

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SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Few sights are as terrifying in the ocean as seeing a shark’s fin, but what about a baby shark? Interesting new research suggests swimmers along coastlines are far more likely to encounter adolescent sharks than full-grown predators. Marine scientists report juvenile great white sharks tend to prefer being closer to the shore.…

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LA JOLLA, Calif. — When it comes to cannabinoids — compounds found in the cannabis plant — THC and CBD usually get all the attention. However, CBN (cannabinol), a lesser-known cannabinoid, is showing serious promise as a means of fending off neurodegeneration in the aging brain. The milder, less psychoactive cannabinoid displayed neuroprotective properties among fruit…

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PULLMAN, Wash. — It may not look like a human tongue, but a newly developed “e-tongue” still outperforms human senses when it comes to detecting contaminated wine. During the experiment conducted at Washington State University, the strand-like sensory probes of the e-tongue identified signs of microorganisms in white wine within a week of initial contamination. That’s…

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PERTH, Australia — Comic book character Venom absolutely hates Spider-Man, but has been known to fight a few bad guys as well. One of the most popular antiheroes of all time, Venom has been portrayed on the big screen in two films by popular actor Tom Hardy. Now, both the fictional half-man, half-alien symbiote, and…

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ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Scientists at the University of Michigan Health Rogel Cancer Center have developed a new at-home test capable of detecting DNA fragments released by head and neck tumors in urine samples. Researchers believe their new test may one day lead to early detection of this cancer type, which currently does not have a…

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ITHACA, N.Y. — If you need a smelly reminder that you probably should have spent a few extra bucks for a bottle, canned wine sometimes gives off a pungent and unpleasant aroma of rotten eggs. Now, scientists at Cornell University report they’ve uncovered the source of this unappetizing scent. Moreover, study authors add they believe…

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RIVERSIDE, Calif. — Each year, scientists do their best to predict which four influenza strains are most likely to dominate the upcoming flu season. Those determinations dictate the influenza shots countless people receive on an annual basis. The same goes for COVID-19 vaccines, which have undergone reformulation multiple times already in order to target variants of…

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HONG KONG — Can animals count? Numerical acumen has long been seen as a distinctly human ability. However, a game-changing discovery from scientists at the City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) and the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has seemingly confirmed the existence of hidden number skills among rats. This newly identified sense of numeracy…

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LOS ANGELES — Every parent is aware of the detrimental effects drugs and alcohol can have on a child’s developing brain, but new research suggests moms and dads all over may want to start considering candy bars just as bad as beer cans. A study conducted using rodents at the University of Southern California found rats…

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — Traveling to the “bad part of town” can make anyone feel uneasy. However, a new study reveals that simply being in a place where you feel different from everyone else can cause fear. According to Christopher Browning, a professor of sociology at The Ohio State University, when African American youth travel to…

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ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Growing old is hardly ever fun, but researchers at the University of Michigan assessed how older Americans are feeling about “aging in place” these days. Along the way, study authors discovered a number of troubling racial and ethnic disparities among people between 50 and 80 years-old. For example, they found about 40…

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ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Just how dangerous in the average suburban garage? Besides tool benches and power saws, concerning new research from the University of Michigan suggests many American garages may be harboring a serious health risk of a different variety. The latest from Michigan Medicine finds various common chemicals found in items typically stored within…

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WASHINGTON — A blackbird’s song at dawn may let us know that the morning is soon to arrive, but what do birds themselves dream of while asleep? Noteworthy new research from the University of Buenos Aires reports the creation of a new way to translate the vocal muscle activity of birds during sleep into synthetic songs.…

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TORONTO — Planning on a big purchase in the near future? A new study finds the more time you put into researching and comparing product options, the more likely you’ll be to use your new purchase more frequently — and be happy with your choice. In other words, careful consumers use their items more often. Whether…

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CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — It turns out the 1960s hit TV show “Green Acres” had it spot on when it came to its catchy theme song. New research suggests young children who grow up in areas lush with green spaces have stronger mental health. The study reports that kids who lived in areas featuring natural areas (forests,…

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PARIS — When you gotta go, you gotta go. But when you feel like you gotta go all the time, it can be painful both physically and mentally. Lower urinary tract symptoms such as frequent urination, hesitancy, straining, and difficulty emptying the bladder entirely are quite common in men as they grow older. Now, interesting new research…

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NEW YORK — The guns used in violent crimes often travel over state lines before reaching criminals’ hands. I-95, stretching from Miami to Maine, has long been seen as the main highway facilitating the transport of illegal firearms over state lines (typically from Southern states to the Mid-Atlantic and New England), earning itself a nickname as…

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NAGOYA, Japan — Many of us have had our fair share of rude interactions we’d prefer to forget. The chances are a few more will inevitably happen in the future. However, the next time you find yourself fuming over an insult or ill-mannered remark, researchers from the University of Nagoya say writing down your reaction…

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BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — It’s no secret that a partner doesn’t care can put extra strain on a relationship. Now, researchers at Binghamton University have uncovered a connection between unsupportive partners and increased levels of the stress hormone cortisol in the body — which can lead to worse physical health. This association between cortisol and social support…

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CANBERRA, Australia — The great Pacific garbage patch, a gigantic floating island of trash spanning an area twice the size of the state of Texas, is plain to see. Now, new international research reports there’s much, much more trash residing below the ocean’s surface. CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, and researchers from the University of Toronto…

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SAN DIEGO — The relationship between a person’s genes and drinking habits is both nuanced and complex. As modern science continues to wrestle with this intricate topic, researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have performed a deep dive into the alcohol consumption trends of over three million people gathered by direct-to-consumer…

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GWANGJU, South Korea — In the future, even our clothes will be life-saving. A newly designed electronic sock is capable of detecting unhealthy walking styles linked with diabetes and poor circulation. The new piece of footwear’s designers, based out of Chonnam National University Hospital, say the apparel shows promise in the prevention of both foot ulcers…

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MINNEAPOLIS — Researchers have found a concerning association between COVID-19 infection and an increased risk of developing the rare disorder Guillain-Barré syndrome over the following six weeks. However, the study authors, working with the American Academy of Neurology, also note those who received the Pfizer-BioNTech mRNA vaccine showed a lower risk of developing Guillain-Barré syndrome…

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TOKYO — Everyone has their personal preference when it comes to music, but we can all agree a world without tunes would be far less fun. Besides busting a move, researchers from the University of Tokyo and Hiroshima University are detailing how music evokes different bodily and emotional responses depending on our expectations. Their findings…

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