Science

In today’s fast-paced society, it is common to hear people respond with feelings of tiredness and busyness when asked how they are doing. However, identifying individuals who are on the brink of burnout in the workplace can be a challenging task. A group of international researchers has developed a tool called the Burnout Assessment Tool

Flea toads, a species of frogs found in Brazil’s Serra Bonita mountain range, have recently gained attention for their unbelievably small size. These tiny leaf-litter-patterned amphibians have been the subject of much research, leading scientists to conclude that they may be the smallest vertebrate species in the world. Measuring only about 7.1 millimeters on average,

In the wilds of Karnataka in southwest India, researchers recently stumbled upon an extraordinary sight – a frog adorned with a mushroom. The frog in question, a Rao’s Intermediate Golden-backed Frog, was found with a Bonnet Mushroom sprouting from its skin. This unique pairing left scientists baffled and intrigued, as it was the first time

Oriental pied hornbills, known scientifically as Anthracoceros albirostris, have captured the attention of researchers due to their advanced understanding of object permanence. Unlike many other animals, these birds possess the ability to comprehend that objects still exist even when they are out of sight. This skill is particularly crucial for nesting females, who seal themselves

The transition from hunter-gatherer lifestyles to farming in late Stone Age Europe was not the peaceful shift it was once believed to be. A recent study revealed that farmer-settlers wiped out nomadic populations in southern Scandinavia in a few generations. This bloody takeover resulted in the complete replacement of the original inhabitants by newcomers, whose

Mars, the seemingly quiet and dusty planet, has a surprisingly violent history that could provide insights into Earth’s own past. Recent research reveals that Mars was once filled with volcanoes, reminiscent of our own planet before the formation of tectonic plates. The study, conducted by planetary scientist Joseph Michalski and his colleagues from the University

A recent study conducted in China, utilizing data from over 1,400 air quality monitoring stations, has revealed a disturbing correlation between air pollution and suicide rates. Considering that China is home to some of the most polluted cities in the world, this research sheds light on the dire consequences of breathing in bad air. Although

When Lucas was diagnosed with a rare type of brain tumor at the age of six, his prognosis seemed bleak. The devastating news was delivered by Dr. Jacques Grill, a French doctor, who vividly recalls the emotional moment when he had to inform Lucas’s parents that their son was facing an imminent death. However, against

Science and engineering have always pushed the boundaries of human understanding, and one of the most intriguing examples of this is the development of particle colliders. These powerful machines have become essential tools in unraveling the mysteries of the universe at the fundamental level. The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) was a game changer in the

NASA scientists have embarked on an exciting journey of analyzing fragments brought back from the Bennu asteroid. These early analyses reveal that the material found on Bennu suggests its origins in an ancient ocean world. What makes this discovery remarkable is the phosphate crust detected on the asteroid, a calcium and magnesium-rich mineral that has