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Amputees perceive their legs as too heavy, but scientists have a solution

January 14, 2021 by Ivar Laanen

Despite the fact that prosthetic legs are usually less than half the weight of a natural limb, leg amputees often perceive their prosthesis as too heavy. This is due to the loss of sensory feedback that amputees suffer from. In order to restore sensory feedback and help … [Read more...] about Amputees perceive their legs as too heavy, but scientists have a solution

The Optimist View: The surge and success of citizen science

January 13, 2021 by Amelia Buckley

“Science and everyday life cannot and should not be separated.” – Rosalind Franklin By Amelia Buckley Several years ago, every member of my family unwrapped a bulky rain gauge on Christmas morning. A gift from my data-loving grandfather, the rain gauges were so that we … [Read more...] about The Optimist View: The surge and success of citizen science

Scientists discover new species of blue whale in the west Indian Ocean

January 11, 2021 by Ivar Laanen

2020 was a busy year for scientists, with some 503 new animal species being discovered. Now it seems the New Year is following up right where 2020 left off as scientists have announced the discovery of a new species of the blue whale. Each species of whale can be identified by … [Read more...] about Scientists discover new species of blue whale in the west Indian Ocean

Researchers solve key desalination efficiency mystery

January 8, 2021 by Amelia Buckley

Desalination is the process of removing salt and other chemicals from water to make it potable. It holds immense promise for providing clean water in the future as we face dwindling fresh water supplies for a growing population.  For years, inconsistent efficiency in … [Read more...] about Researchers solve key desalination efficiency mystery

Modified psychedelic drug could offer mental health relief without the side effects

January 7, 2021 by Amelia Buckley

Research into the use of psychedelic drugs for long term anxiety, depression, and PTSD relief is one of the fastest-growing fields in mental health research. Now, researchers at the University of California, Davis, are seeing if they can narrow down these benefits into more … [Read more...] about Modified psychedelic drug could offer mental health relief without the side effects

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