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How well does the HPV vaccine prevent cervical cancer?

Posted on April 24, 2023March 30, 2023 by Sciworthy

Scientists conducted a follow-up on the Costa Rica HPV vaccine trial after 11 years. They showed the HPV vaccine almost perfectly prevents…

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    Could sodium-ion batteries replace lithium-ion batteries in electronics?

    Posted on April 17, 2023June 25, 2025 by Melisa Yashinski

    Scientists designed a unique hybrid material that stores sodium, which could improve performance and reliability of sodium-ion batteries for…

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      Did lightning provide food for life’s beginning?

      Posted on April 10, 2023June 25, 2025 by Aubrey Zerkle

      Lightning bolts can be deadly or destructive, but some researchers propose they might also have supplied essential elements for the first…

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        Scientists link autoimmune activities in the central and peripheral nervous systems

        Posted on April 6, 2023April 5, 2023 by Sciworthy

        Researchers found overlap between an autoimmune disease in the central nervous system and symptoms in the peripheral nervous system.

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          Can artificial light stop algal growth in caves?

          Posted on April 3, 2023April 10, 2023 by Sciworthy

          Scientists show changing the types of artificial lights used in tourist caves can help prevent growth of algae that damage stalactites and…

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            New implantable device for fighting muscle atrophy

            Posted on March 27, 2023June 26, 2025 by Melisa Yashinski

            Scientists developed a new biomedical device that adheres to muscle tissue and delivers contractions, promoting tissue regeneration.

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              Researchers identify a protein link between diabetes and Alzheimer’s

              Posted on March 23, 2023April 17, 2023 by Sciworthy

              Researchers showed a specific protein found in patients with type 2 diabetes also occurs in people with Alzheimer’s disease.

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                Shark antibodies used in new antiviral therapies

                Posted on March 20, 2023March 15, 2023 by Sciworthy

                Scientists found therapeutics derived from sharks are effective in treating emerging variants of SARS-CoV-2 and related viruses.

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                  Do pregnancy complications increase risk of heart disease?

                  Posted on March 13, 2023February 27, 2023 by Ruby Costigan

                  Researchers found women who have complications during pregnancy could be at a higher risk of developing heart disease for up to 46 years…

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                    Are probiotics good for your health?

                    Posted on March 9, 2023June 13, 2025 by Sciworthy

                    Swedish scientists show taking probiotics for more than a month can improve gastrointestinal health and reduce inflammation.

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