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Cold-activated fat cells help slow tumor growth

Posted on July 10, 2023June 29, 2023 by Sciworthy

Researchers found that brown fat activated by cold temperatures can slow the growth of cancerous tumors.

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    DART collision alters path of a near-Earth asteroid

    Posted on July 6, 2023June 25, 2025 by Aubrey Zerkle

    Scientists tested planetary defense technology by slamming a spacecraft into an asteroid in an attempt to alter its course. They used…

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      Natural supplements could help ease opioid withdrawal

      Posted on July 3, 2023July 7, 2023 by Sciworthy

      Scientists found a natural compound called oleanolic acid decreased withdrawal symptoms associated with morphine addiction in mice.

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        A biological artist for modified DNA molecules

        Posted on June 29, 2023June 25, 2025 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

        Researchers developed a tool to visualize changes in DNA data from new sequencing technology. Their tool will help scientists "see" how…

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          Dual drug delivery to fight liver cancer

          Posted on June 26, 2023June 26, 2023 by Sciworthy

          Researchers used a combination of drugs that slow cancer cell growth and boost the immune system to better fight non-resectable liver…

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            Online yoga decreases stress and boosts memory

            Posted on June 22, 2023June 25, 2025 by Aubrey Zerkle

            Researchers found people who did 8 weeks of moderate-intensity, remote yoga had less stress and anxiety, and better short-term memories.

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              Can a disrupted sleep cycle increase your risk of lung cancer?

              Posted on June 19, 2023June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

              Researchers showed a cancer-signature gene is activated in mice with chronic jet lag, causing faster tumor growth in their lungs.

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                Creating a cosmic family tree

                Posted on June 15, 2023October 7, 2023 by Sciworthy

                Astronomers traced the genealogy of a kilonova explosion by using models to find its most likely parent stars.

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                  Teens who use cannabis with alcohol have worse hangovers

                  Posted on June 12, 2023July 3, 2023 by Sciworthy

                  Scientists showed teens who use cannabis can have worse hangovers due to heavier drinking and increased risk of depression.

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                    Modified solar cell produces power at night

                    Posted on June 8, 2023May 26, 2023 by Melisa Yashinski

                    Scientists installed a special generator onto an existing solar cell so it can use temperature changes to generate power from radiative…

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