Research conducted by the University of Plymouth and Edge Hill University in the UK has shed light on the increased enjoyment of board games among individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Anecdotal evidence has indicated a strong affinity towards board games within the autistic community. In a survey of 1,603 board game players, 7 percent
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The recent excavation of a 2,500-year-old graveyard site in Norway has unearthed a peculiar discovery – a cluster of graves, mostly for children under the age of six. The site, located in Østfold county, includes 39 individual bodies of children along with two adult bodies in separate graves. Archaeologists were initially surprised by the findings
In recent years, there has been a concerning trend with the rise of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among older adults. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a significant increase in the number of individuals over 65 being diagnosed with STIs such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and even HIV. This spike is
In a world where artificial intelligence is often met with skepticism, recent studies have shown that AI can actually be incredibly beneficial when it comes to predicting the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. This groundbreaking research, led by a team from the University of Cambridge in the UK, utilized machine learning to analyze cognitive ability tests
It has been almost a hundred years since scientists first identified single-celled organisms capable of releasing methane into the environment. These tiny relatives of bacteria can be found in various extreme environments, such as under thick layers of ice, in the scorching sands of deserts, near hydrothermal vents in the deep sea, and within landfills
Engaging in extreme exercise, such as running 10 hours a week for over 120 km, might seem like pushing the body beyond its limits. However, a recent study suggests that some Olympic-level professional athletes could actually be adding years to their lives with such brutal routines. The analysis, which was published in May, looked at
As we age, the inevitable decline in memory becomes a cause for concern as it can often be a sign of something more serious than typical aging. Specialists are tasked with identifying signs of dementia, but the lack of access to advanced diagnostic technology leaves them heavily reliant on their experience and judgment. This can
The discovery of remnants of ancient, giant viruses within the DNA of a single-celled organism has shed light on the potential role that viruses may have played in the evolution of complex organisms. This new research, led by evolutionary biologist Alex de Mendoza Soler from Queen Mary University of London, reveals a fascinating relationship between
When viruses invade our bodies, they sometimes leave remnants of their genetic material behind. These foreign DNA sequences can become integrated into our genomes and passed down through generations. While these viral fragments were once considered dormant, recent research has revealed that they can be reactivated and play a role in various diseases, including cancer.
Mercury, often regarded as the runt of the Solar System, has recently surprised scientists with the possibility of harboring a 15-kilometer thick layer of solid diamond. This potential fortune, buried between its core and mantle, has sparked new curiosity about the planet’s formation and internal structure. A team of scientists from research institutes in China