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Jan22025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Scientists Demonstrate ‘Negative Time’ in Quantum Breakthrough

Researchers at the University of Toronto have achieved a remarkable milestone, demonstrating "negative time" in a cutting-edge quantum experiment. This phenomenon, where light seems to emerge from a material before entering it, challenges long-held notions about the flow of time and opens new doors to understanding quantum mechanics. The research focused on atomic excitation a process where photons absorbed by atoms elevate electrons to higher energy levels. Typically, when these electrons return to their original states, they release the absorbed energy, causing a time delay in the photons' transit. However, the Toronto team observed an unexpected twist: photons behaved as if atoms spent a "negative amount of time" in their excited states. This startling finding suggests that time, ...

Dec312024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Each Cigarette Costs Men 17 Minutes, Women 22 Minutes of Life: Study

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London: Smoking takes a far greater toll on life expectancy than previously believed, a new study from University College London (UCL) reveals. For men, each cigarette smoked shortens life by 17 minutes, while for women, the cost is even higher at 22 minutes per cigarette. These figures surpass earlier estimates, which suggested an 11-minute loss per cigarette. Commissioned by the UK’s Department for Health and Social Care, the study urges smokers to make quitting their top resolution for the New Year. The research concludes that a pack of 20 cigarettes robs an average smoker of nearly seven hours of life. Over a lifetime, smokers who don’t quit lose approximately a decade of life, according to Dr. Sarah Jackson, a principal research fellow at UCL. “Smokers lose about the same num...

Dec282024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Scientists Achieve Quantum Teleportation Over Fibre Optic Cables

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In a landmark scientific breakthrough, researchers have successfully demonstrated quantum teleportation using existing fibre optic cables that carry everyday internet traffic. While the term “quantum teleportation” may evoke images of human transportation akin to science fiction, the reality involves the instantaneous transfer of information over vast distances using quantum mechanics. The pioneering study, led by Prem Kumar of Northwestern University, Illinois, represents a monumental leap toward integrating quantum communication with traditional networks. Quantum teleportation relies on a phenomenon known as "quantum entanglement," where two particles, regardless of their separation, share an invisible link. Changes in one particle instantaneously affect its entangled partner, enablin...

Dec262024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Does Yoga Really Hold the Secret to Longevity? A Closer Look

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Yoga with its centuries-old roots is widely praised for its health benefits. But could it also be the secret to a long life? Centenarian Daisy Taylor of Chelmsford, England, believes so. On her 105th birthday, Taylor credited her enduring physical and mental health to yoga, optimism, and cherishing life's simple joys. Remarkably, Taylor still practices yoga, though now more often from a chair than a mat. Her story echoes those of other notable yoga practitioners, like B.K.S. Iyengar, who lived to 95 despite severe childhood illnesses, and Tirumalai Krishnamacharya, the founder of vinyasa yoga, who reached 100. These anecdotes suggest a connection between yoga and longevity but what does science say? Yoga’s Role in Ageing and Longevity Physical and Mental Health Benefits Yoga ha...

Dec262024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Does Acetaminophen Influence Risk-Taking Behavior? New Study Says It Might

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Acetaminophen, one of the most commonly used pain relievers worldwide, may do more than ease headaches it could also impact how people perceive risks. A 2020 study from The Ohio State University suggests that this popular over-the-counter drug might lower risk awareness and increase risk-taking behavior. "Acetaminophen seems to make people feel less negative emotion when they consider risky activities they just don't feel as scared," explains neuroscientist Baldwin Way, the study's lead author. Given that nearly 25% of Americans take acetaminophen weekly, these findings could have broader implications for decision-making and risk perception in everyday life. In a series of experiments, researchers tested the effects of a 1,000 mg dose of acetaminophen the maximum recommended singl...

Dec212024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Scientists Uncover New Theory Behind Stonehenge’s Construction

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A recent study published in Archaeology International suggests that the iconic Stonehenge in England may have been built to unify ancient Britain, serving as a symbol of collaboration and shared identity long before the formation of a formal kingdom. Located in Wiltshire on the southern edge of Salisbury Plain, the monumental structure was constructed in phases between 3100 and 1600 BCE, with stones transported from as far away as southwest Wales and northeast Scotland. The study proposes that communities from Scotland and Wales contributed their local stones to Stonehenge as a gesture of unity and cooperation, symbolizing political unification across Britain. Researchers highlighted the significance of these "alien rocks" being transported over hundreds of miles to a single location, e...

Dec192024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Moon Could Be Much Older Than Previously Believed: New Study Reveals a 4.51 Billion-Year History

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A groundbreaking study published in Nature suggests the Moon may be over 100 million years older than previously thought, dating its formation to approximately 4.51 billion years ago. This challenges the long-standing estimate of 4.35 billion years and offers fresh insights into the Moon's tumultuous early history. For decades, scientists have theorized that the Moon formed after a Mars-sized object collided with early Earth. However, the new study, led by Francis Nimmo of the University of California, Santa Cruz, suggests that the Moon formed earlier, with a later event known as "re-melting" reshaping its surface. This re-melting occurred as the Moon gradually drifted away from Earth. Earth's gravitational pull generated intense tidal heating, resetting the "clocks" of lunar mineral...

Dec182024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Staying Hydrated New Study Highlights Health Benefits of Drinking More Water

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Drinking plenty of water has always been considered essential for good health, but a recent study conducted by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), sheds new light on the specific advantages it provides. By analyzing 18 previous studies, the research emphasizes the broad health benefits associated with increased water consumption. Key Findings Among the studies reviewed, researchers found significant health benefits in drinking more water, including: Reducing the risk of kidney stones Supporting weight loss Preventing urinary tract infections Managing migraines Improving blood sugar control in diabetes Regulating low blood pressure Not all the studies offered conclusive evidence of causal relationships, but the trends suggest that ...

Dec172024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Study Warns Claims that Pet Cats May Trigger New Bird Flu Pandemic

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A recent study has raised alarms about pet cats potentially becoming carriers of the deadly H5N1 bird flu virus, which has devastated poultry farms in the U.S. over the past two and a half years. Published in the journal Taylor and Francis, the study warns that just one or two mutations in cats could allow the virus to jump to humans, posing significant public health risks. Bird Flu’s Hidden Threat H5N1, responsible for the deaths of over 100 million birds, has remained a limited threat to humans due to its difficulty in transmitting between people. However, scientists fear cats common household pets could serve as a bridge for the virus to evolve and spread more easily. The warning comes after the deaths of 10 cats in South Dakota earlier this year. Researchers found that the cat...

Dec112024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Indian Astronomers Unravel Mysteries of Planet Formation in Unique Tri-Star System

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December 11, 2024 – In a groundbreaking achievement, Indian astronomers from the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Odisha, have unveiled new insights into planetary formation within the unique tri-star system, GG Tau A, located 489 light-years from Earth. Using the advanced Atacama Pathfinder Experiment (APEX) radio telescope in Chile's Atacama Desert, the team, led by scientist Liton Majumdar, has detected molecular emissions within the protoplanetary disk a giant rotating disk of gas and dust. These emissions, originating from the coldest and densest regions of the system, serve as fundamental building blocks for planet formation. GG Tau A, an infant solar system approximately 5 million years old, features three stars orbiting one another, surrounded by ...