Science Around the World

Includes articles about scientific research that specifically mention what the researchers found, and how they found it. Any research subject can be included from Mathematics, Physics, Astronomy, and Medicine, to Psychology, Sociology, and even arts.

When penguins divorce: Penguin Parade research says penguins are not so monogamous after all

Divorce rates appear to be a more reliable predictor of the reproductive success of the colony than environmental factors like habitat change or behavioural traits, says researcher Richard Reina.

Russia bracing for possible mass locust invasion in the summer

To combat the potential locust invasion, 85.8 million rubles will be allocated for creating special squads and purchasing ground sprayers.

Food-related memories influence overeating, study finds. They can also be erased

Sugar-responsive neurons encode and influence only sugar-related memories and intake. Disabling these neurons reduces sugar consumption and prevents weight gain in mice.

Researchers shocked by male Amazon dolphins' aerial urination ritual

Scientists suggest that the bristles on the dolphins' snouts help them 'decode' messages in other dolphins' urine.

Blink, but slowly: Study reveals the secret to better communication with your cat

Scientists confirmed that when a person narrows their eyes and blinks slowly, cats become more receptive and are more likely to approach them.

Zika virus turns human skin into a mosquito magnet, enhancing viral spread

Researchers find infected individuals produce more compounds that encourage mosquito bites.

30,000 years ago, European Ice Age children pierced their cheeks at age 10

A new research suggests that cheek piercings were popular as long ago as 30,000 years, with teenagers and children as young as 10 years old sporting labrets during the Ice Age.

NASA's Juno spacecraft detects most intense volcanic eruption ever on Io

The eruption released energy six times greater than all Earth's power plants combined, exceeding 80,000 trillion watts.

Study finds two-thirds of species losing genetic diversity

Researchers led by Grueber analyzed genetic data from 628 species, revealing declines even in non-threatened populations.

Flossing teeth linked to lower stroke risk, study finds

Dr. Souvik Sen: "Flossing may reduce stroke risk by lowering oral infections and inflammation and encouraging other healthy habits."

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