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Has science gone too far?
Tibi is a science journalist and co-founder of ZME Science. He writes mainly about emerging tech, physics, climate, and space. In his spare time, Tibi likes to make weird music on his computer and groom felines. He has a B.Sc in mechanical engineering and an M.Sc in renewable energy systems.
Has science gone too far?
Mothers with an immigrant background may be an important risk factor for autism.
In a new study, researchers in Australia confirm that CBD doesn't impair driving even at maximum dosage.
Even in desert air, a single kilogram of this cheap gel was able to capture more than 6 liters of...
It's like a real-life invisibility cloak.
It's probably the most important crop you've never heard about.
It's so small it's almost invisible to the naked eye.
The rubber crumbs from old tires act like a sunscreen for the asphalt.
Mastodons and saber-toothed tigers may have lacked the brain power to adapt to the end of the ice age.
The uptick is largely driven by an increase in firearm-related suicides.
Long before birds evolved, these flying reptiles dominated the sky.
In tunnels deep underground, Finland will bury nuclear waste safely in copper sarcophagi for at least 100,000 years.
An EV with a range of 300 kilometers (186 miles) will cover more than 90% of the average person's needs....
Some people just find them irresistible.
Climate change is rising nighttime temperatures more than during the daytime -- and this could seriously hurt our sleep.
It's like Marijuna is a reverse "gateway" drug.
The fossils were found during an oil drilling operation. The odds of this happening are less than winning the lottery.
Did someone say 'Mittens'?
This could be huge for finding life on Mars.
Researchers have described the discovery as "mindblowing."
It's like ghost writing for the operating room. What could possibly go wrong?
Using a special revival technique, researchers were able to restore a glimmer of life into the eyes of dead human...
Cannabis should be treated like a household crop, said the local health minister.
The bottom of the giant pit harbors an ancient forest that may be populated by new species of animals.
The magnitude 5 quake might only shake a glass of water here on Earth, but it's a big deal on...
Once poor households acquired assets past a certain threshold, they started working and earning more, enabling them to crawl out...
Replenishing the gut microbiome may reverse some aspects of cognitive decline due to old age.
It's perfectly suited for use in vehicles, armor, or helmets.
An unexpected separation that resembles a Hollywood drama is providing researchers with a unique study opportunity.
With a bit of science wizardry, scientists have made black holes audible.
It's the longest journey a bat has ever been recorded flying.
A clinical trial found Dupuytren disease can be reversed if treatment is administered early enough.
The drug suppresses appetite, leading to lower calorie intake and weight loss.
Mummies found atop a sacred mountain have provided the first archaeological evidence of ayahuasca among the Inca.
Turns out, nuclear power isn't actually the best option for supplying a settlement on Mars with energy.
A major tweak to ubiquitous lithium-ion batteries could bring charging time closer to those at the gas station.
For the first time, scientists have found sex-based differences in how the human spinal cord handles pain signals.
Turns out, dressing your cat like a cute jester saves wildlife.
These super weapons may have seen action during the Crusades.
We're inching closer to unraveling the origin of life on Earth.
It's a spider-eat-spider world out there, but these nifty males have evolved strong legs to get out of harm's way.
This is not just some quirky gadget though.
Pure MDMA taken in the right amount and setting can be an antidepressant, whereas the typical use at raves leads...
Amazon locals are afraid to pee while swimming in the river due to a tiny fish. But is there any...
This medicinal plant was so coveted, it was worth its weight in gold. But this ultimately brought its downfall.
Sorry to bust your bubble, but there's no such thing as photographic memory. Here's the next best thing.
It's the fish that fishes other fish -- and it's pretty amazing at the job!
Cleaning up contaminated soil is notoriously challenging -- unless you let nature do all the heavy lifting.
Macaques' brains seem to be shaped by the strength of their social bonds -- and the same may apply to...
Some of the most mind blowing discoveries happen when you least expect them.