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Rat Populations Rise as Climate Change Warms Larger Cities
It’s time to add rat infestations to the long list of issues that may be made worse by climate change.
Air Pollution Is Damaging Your Brain Faster Than You Think
Discover how air pollution is affecting your cognitive functions and hindering your ability to do daily tasks.
A Swarm of Cyborg Insects Might Save You From Disaster
Researchers have hacked living cockroaches to create new search-and-rescue tech.
An Antarctic Fossil From 69 Million Years Ago Reveals Earth’s Early Birds
Learn more about Vegavis iaai, an ancient ancestor of modern-day ducks, and one of the earliest modern birds ever discovered.
Ancient Celestial Objects Likely Carved Two Grand Canyons on the Moon’s Surface
The discovery of two Grand Canyons on the moon and analysis of the lunar south pole area will prepare astronauts for Artemis moon visit.
Visualizing Brain Connectivity May Aide in Diagnosing Mental Illnesses
Study could help destigmatize illnesses like depression and anxiety, and lead to more treatment.
Is Virtual Therapy the Most Effective Treatment for Mental Health Issues?
As the COVID-19 pandemic put remote therapy on the map, concerns have arisen on whether it’s as good as in-person treatments. The research says it can be, but other factors can impact the efficacy of mental health treatments.
Struggling With Mental Health? Things Might Be Better in the Morning
Learn more about time-of-day trends in mental health and well-being, which tend to be better in the morning and worse at night.
Our Brains Are Soaking Up Microplastics More Than Other Organs
Microplastics are accumulating in the brain more than other organs; health effects remain unclear.