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Can you actually have a ‘slow’ or ‘fast’ metabolism? You probably know someone who claims to have a ‘fast metabolism’. But does the science support that idea?

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Dogma-defying signalling through G proteins could lead to better pain relief Unexpected behaviours in G proteins could be exploited to design next-generation opioid drugs that provide stronger, longer-lasting pain relief.

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Ten years since the first reported observation of gravitational waves In 2016, the first direct observation of gravitational waves was reported. The measurements by the LIGO detectors gave astronomers a new way to observe the Universe.

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Longevity is in the genes: half of lifespan is heritable Understanding the genetic controls of ageing could lead to more therapies that forestall it.

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For particle physicists working with neutrinos, almost nothing is everything Several massive multimillion dollar experiments should soon reveal more about the nature of these ghostly particles

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Women’s bodies emerge on the shoreline between biology and culture | Aeon Essays A pang of hunger, a stab of pain, a sense of dread – these experiences emerge on the shore where biology and culture meet

For International Women’s Day, we’re revisiting this powerful Essay by Mallory Feldman and Kristen Lindquist which explores how women’s experiences – of pain, hunger, emotions – are at once enculturated and embodied buff.ly/mUdevDA #InternationalWomensDay

‘Free Gifts: Capitalism and the Politics of Nature’ by Alyssa Battistoni reviewed by Agustín Aranco Bagnasco Why do some things have value while others do not? Despite the usefulness of clean air or a stable climate for the survival of every living being on the planet, nonhuman nature lacks a corresponding p...

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Revenge, Retribution, Punishment and the Aristotelean Dynamic of Anger A paper presented at an Annual Student and Faculty Conference, Indiana University Northwest

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New psychology research reveals that wisdom acts as a moral compass for creative thinking New research published in Intelligence provides evidence that wisdom guides our creative abilities toward benefiting others. The findings suggest that while creativity is powerful, it requires the moral grounding of wisdom to produce prosocial outcomes.

New psychology research reveals that wisdom acts as a moral compass for creative thinking

The Chakri Dynasty That Has Ruled Thailand for Over 240 Years | TheCollector The Chakri Dynasty has ruled Thailand from 1782 to the present day, but its fortunes have not always been smooth.

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Today’s obsession with authenticity isn’t new – being true to yourself has troubled philosophers for centuries Contemporary culture seems obsessed with authenticity – but the question of how to be ‘sincere’ in modern society has troubled philosophers for centuries.

Today’s obsession with authenticity isn’t new. Being true to yourself has troubled philosophers like Jean-Jacques Rousseau and Martin Heidegger for centuries, explains a scholar in the history of political thought.

How Did Aristotle Shape Ancient Greek Philosophy? | TheCollector Aristotle, despite following greats such as Socrates and Plato, is known as the “Father of Western Philosophy.” What was his contribution to Greek philosophy?

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Brain Cells Team Up as You Learn - Neuroscience News Researchers challenge the "efficiency" theory of the brain, showing that neurons become more coordinated and share more information as learning occurs.

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Brain’s "On-Switch" for Imagination Found - Neuroscience News Researchers identify the fusiform imagery node as the brain's "imagination hub," explaining why strokes can cause the loss of visual mental imagery.

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Why We Repeat Decisions That No Longer Make Sense - Neuroscience News The brain favors repeating past actions over rational choice, explaining why we stick to habits even when better options exist.

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Using Imagination to Disrupt Negative Memory Traces - Neuroscience News Imagery Rescripting can effectively and permanently reduce the fear of failure by "rewriting" critical childhood memories.

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Dopamine Surprise Gives Human Movements a Measurable Speed Boost - Neuroscience News Unexpected rewards boost movement speed within 220 milliseconds, revealing how dopamine-linked reward prediction shapes human motion and offering a potential biomarker for brain disorders.

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Overactive Brain Rhythms May Be to Blame for Distractibility - Neuroscience News Researchers find that human attention shifts 7–10 times per second due to innate brain rhythms, making us naturally susceptible to distractions.

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Dopamine Signals Astrocytes to Sculpt the Brain - Neuroscience News Astrocytes use the MEGF10 receptor to prune synapses in the striatum, a process essential for dopamine-driven motor learning.

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Boosting Mitochondria to Enhance Long-Term Memory - Neuroscience News Boosting mitochondrial calcium by inhibiting the LETM1 protein enhances long-term memory formation in flies and mice.

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Twin Enzymes Rewire Your Brain for Interaction and Memory - Neuroscience News A new study reveals that the twin enzymes MNK1 and MNK2 play distinct roles in the brain, with one governing memory and the other social behavior.

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New Human Neuron Networks Decode Developing Brain Rhythms - Neuroscience News A study introduces a scalable 2D human neuron platform to probe how brain-like rhythms emerge and how specific drugs reshape them, aiding epilepsy and autism research.

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Brain Never Outgrows the Ability to Emotionally Evolve - Neuroscience News A new study shows that older adults can successfully change personality traits and socio-emotional skills through targeted intervention.

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Decoding the Cerebellum’s Secret Role in Human Language - Neuroscience News Researchers identify a specialized "satellite" language network in the cerebellum, offering new insights into how the brain processes communication and potential treatments for aphasia.

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How the Brain Distinguishes Instant Treats from Long-Term Triumphs - Neuroscience News New research on the "Reward Positivity" brain signal distinguishes between rewards and goals, offering a new way to measure and treat depression.

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Brain Tumor Pressure Triggers Neuron Death Pathways - Neuroscience News New research shows that physical pressure from brain tumors or injuries triggers a "self-destruction" program in neurons, leading to irreversible brain damage.

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Hippocampus Predicts Rewards by Reorganizing Memories - Neuroscience News A new study finds the hippocampus reorganizes memories to predict rewards. This discovery explains how the brain learns and why Alzheimer's affects decision-making.

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Can the Most Abstract Math Make the World a Better Place? | Quanta Magazine Columnist Natalie Wolchover explores whether applied category theory can be “green” math.

Qualia essays go where curiosity leads. This week, join @nattyover.bsky.social on her quest to understand whether a burgeoning, abstract mathematical field can help the planet. www.quantamagazine.org/can-the-most...