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Scientists develop smart gloves that could allow stroke patients to relearn to play the piano
The proof-of-concept device is able to ‘feel’ the difference between right and wrong movements » Read More
Virgin Galactic to launch its first commercial spaceflight
Thirteen scientific research experiments will be conducted during the 90-minute flight. » Read More
Women ‘actively hunt in 70% of hunter-gatherer societies still in existence’
Researchers said their work challenges the widely held belief that men exclusively hunt and women solely forage. » Read More
Orangutans ‘can make two sounds at the same time, similar to human beatboxing’
Findings provide clues around evolution of human speech » Read More
Orangutans ‘can make two sounds at the same time, similar to human beatboxing’
Findings provide fresh clues around evolution of human speech » Read More
Megalodon body temperature ‘was about 7C warmer than surrounding water’
The findings might help explain why the giant shark went extinct 3.6 million years ago. » Read More
Hormone treatment shows promise for couples with unexplained infertility – study
The study compared couples trying to conceive naturally with couples where the woman used progesterone treatment. » Read More
Sensors on shop trolleys that detect irregular heartbeat ‘could save lives’
Research by UK scientists identified people who were unaware that they had the condition who went on to see a cardiologist. » Read More
‘Poo transplant’ clinical trial hope for liver disease patients
Researchers will investigate whether consuming ‘crapsules’ can improve the gut health of patients with liver damage. » Read More
Psychedelic drugs can unlock brain’s ability to learn new skills, scientists say
‘Clinicians may want to consider the time period after a psychedelic drug dose as a time to heal and learn’ » Read More