Big thunderstorms create a surprising amount of radiation

"As it turns out, essentially all big thunderstorms generate gamma rays all day long in many different forms."

Duke University • futurity
Oct. 4, 2024 ~9 min

Are you too old for braces?

An orthodontist digs into adults getting braces, explains what the signs you might need them are, and debunks myths about orthodontic care.

Kelly Webster - U. Rochester • futurity
Oct. 4, 2024 ~5 min


New approach makes bone grafts better

"...we believe what we have created can transform bone grafts for the millions of people who require them."

Laura Bailey-Michigan • futurity
Oct. 3, 2024 ~5 min

Bias towards wealth may take root in toddlers

Biases for those with more resources can be traced to beliefs formed as young as 14 months, new research suggests.

UC Berkeley • futurity
Oct. 3, 2024 ~8 min

To stay in the loop, get out of your social bubble

New research suggests that having people in your life who expose you to other social circles helps you stay most informed.

Michigan State • futurity
Oct. 3, 2024 ~4 min

New drug fights tough malaria parasites

A newly designed drug is effective against drug-sensitive and drug-resistant strains of human malaria parasites, researchers say.

Iqbal Pittalwala - UC Riverside • futurity
Oct. 3, 2024 ~5 min

Age-related blindness clues may pave way for new treatments

"This research offers hope for developing new treatments that could significantly improve the lives of millions of people affected by AMD."

Mark Michaud-U. Rochester • futurity
Oct. 3, 2024 ~4 min

Tool helps check older dogs’ frailty

"...this screen is a simple tool that owners and veterinarians can use as a starting place for discussing care options for elderly dogs."

Tracey Peake-NC State • futurity
Oct. 3, 2024 ~5 min


4 questions about the dockworkers strike

An expert explains what you need to know about the dockworkers strike and its implications for the US economy.

Michael Malone-U. Miami • futurity
Oct. 3, 2024 ~4 min

COVID could protect you from severe flu

New research in mice finds that having recovered from COVID had a protective effect against the worst effects of the flu.

Rockefeller University • futurity
Oct. 1, 2024 ~9 min

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