Throughout history, groundbreaking innovations have propelled humanity into new eras of understanding and creativity. From the Gutenberg press to Google’s search engine, these advancements have democratized access to information, transforming the way we learn and interact with the world. Now, as we enter the Cognitive Age, it’s clear that this journey is not just about … Read more
Researchers from Western University have discovered a protein that can stop DNA damage in its tracks, paving the way for potential breakthroughs in developing vaccines against cancer and crops that can withstand climate change. The protein, called DdrC (DNA Damage Repair Protein C), was found in Deinococcus radiodurans, a bacterium known for its ability to … Read more
The browser wars are still ongoing, with each browser trying to secure its user base and seemingly venturing into controversial territories. Besides competing against rivals, search giant Google is also attempting to kill off ad blocking on YouTube by injecting ads into videos that may be impossible to block. In the ad blocking extension space, … Read more
A team of scientists from the University of Nottingham, in collaboration with an international team, has conducted the most stringent search yet for magnetic monopoles using a decommissioned beam pipe from the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN. The research, published in Physical Review Letters, pushes the boundaries of what is known about these elusive … Read more
A recently discovered vulnerability in the open-source firewall software pfSense has raised concerns among users, particularly those who have installed the pfBlockerNG package. The issue, tracked as CVE-2022-31814, allows for remote code execution (RCE) attacks. pfSense is a widely used, FreeBSD-based firewall and router software that offers enterprise-grade features and security. Its flexibility and open-source … Read more
Struggling with tedious data cleaning tasks? Discover five tools that can automate and simplify the process. Dirty data can lead to inaccurate analysis and flawed decisions. Manual data cleaning is time-consuming and laborious. Several tools can automate data cleaning and preparation, saving valuable time and effort. This article explores tools to help you clean data … Read more
Golfing experts make putting look effortless, but what’s really going on in their minds? A new study by my team used modern neuroscience techniques to investigate the mental processes behind expert golfers’ putting skills. We found that successful putts were associated with distinct patterns of brain activity. Our study involved 28 amateur golfers (20 men) … Read more
Happiness is influenced by various factors, including life circumstances, relationships, and daily habits. While we often focus on external factors, it’s essential to recognize that our body plays a crucial role in our happiness too. The brain releases “happy hormones” like serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin, and endorphins, which can uplift our mood, reduce stress, and improve … Read more
NASA has introduced a revolutionary new propulsion system, the Pulsed Plasma Rocket (PPR), which could significantly reduce travel time to Mars and make deep space exploration safer and more efficient. Developed by Howe Industries with consultation from NASA, the PPR is capable of cutting down human-crewed missions to Mars by two months to less than … Read more
Scientists have long relied on neuroimaging techniques to capture and analyze brain activity, but analyzing this data is far from straightforward due to the unique shape of each individual’s brain. A new study from Dartmouth researchers has introduced a groundbreaking tool that promises to make this process more accurate and efficient: the “OpenNeuro Average” (onavg) … Read more