Today’s Solutions: March 19, 2024

Science

From mathematics and AI to medicine and psychology, The Optimist Daily features the latest news on discoveries, technological advances, and breakthroughs in the world of science. Our Science section is here to engage and enlighten you.

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The surprising human-like intelligence of the humble bee

In the wonderful world of bumblebees, a stunning discovery calls into question the idea that intelligence is entirely determined by brain size. These tiny insects, with brains the size of a seed, have astounded scientists by exhibiting a degree of collective intelligence previously thought to be Read More...

A guide to the 2024 solar ecli

A guide to the 2024 solar eclipse

When the skies over Mexico and North America darken on April 8, all eyes will be drawn upward to behold a celestial phenomenon that only happens once in a generation: a total solar eclipse. This stunning phenomenon, in which the moon passes squarely between Earth and the sun, offers an Read More...

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Is Kundalini yoga the perfect holistic intervention for older women at risk of Alzheimer’s?

UCLA Health conducted a landmark study that revealed the transforming potential of Kundalini yoga for older women at risk of Alzheimer's disease. The study, published in Translational Psychiatry, demonstrates how this holistic technique extends beyond memory augmentation, providing a comprehensive Read More...

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Arizona's new Chief Heat Officer to address and manage soaring temperatures

In reaction to the searing temperatures and the warmest year on record, Arizona's Department of Health Services named Dr. Eugene Livar its Chief Heat Officer. Dr. Livar, a physician and former assistant director for public health preparation, offers important experience to the position, having Read More...

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Shield your drinking water from microplastics via boiling

On February 28, scientists released a revolutionary study in Environmental Science and Technology Letters that investigated the effectiveness of boiling tap water in eliminating microplastics. What about the discovery? Boiling water for five minutes could result in a 90 percent decrease in these Read More...

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The Dominican Republic reforests a fifth of the country in just 10 years

In the heart of the Dominican Republic, the dramatic story of land reclamation unfolds. Carlos Rodríguez, a diligent farmer, thinks about the once barren acres he managed for decades. Today, the hill is ornamented with cedars, Creole pines, and cypresses, demonstrating the effectiveness of Yaque Read More...

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Research reveals that ADHD may have given us an evolutionary edge

In an unexpected twist, features formerly associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are now being studied via an evolutionary lens. A new study from the University of Pennsylvania reveals that qualities such as distractibility and impulsivity, commonly regarded as adverse Read More...

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Transforming healthcare through the All of Us initiative

In an unprecedented move, the All of Us program, a gigantic US project led by the National Institutes of Health, is altering the landscape of genetic research. This ambitious endeavor, funded by more than $3.1 billion, aims to enroll one million people from historically underrepresented ethnic and Read More...

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Drinking gold nanocrystal elixir shows promise in MS and Parkinson's trials

Researchers at the University of Texas Southwestern (UT Southwestern) Medical Center are making progress against neurodegenerative disorders such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Parkinson's disease (PD) using CNM-Au8, a concentrated solution of gold nanocrystals. Understanding the energy Read More...

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Neuroscientific research reveals gut bacteria's mood-boosting power

Probiotics, a buzzword in health circles, have long been associated with a variety of health advantages. Their range is broad, ranging from digestive help to infection prevention. Andrea Merchak, a Postdoctoral Associate in Neuroscience at the University of Florida, shows that current research Read More...