Chemists discover ‘anti-spice’ that could make chilli peppers less hot
An analysis of compounds in chilli peppers has revealed chemicals that seem to negate their heat-giving capsaicinoids. This explains why…
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Deep sleep seems to lead to more eureka moments
After a nap, people who entered the second stage of sleep were more likely to spot a solution to a…
The superconductivity of layered graphene is surprisingly strange
The odd superconductivity found in layered graphene may bring us closer to understanding room-temperature superconductors
Starship: When will SpaceX’s next ‘chopstick’ test flight go ahead?
SpaceX claims the fifth test flight of its Starship rocket will happen “within days”, but the Federal Aviation Administration has…
Amateur sleuth finds largest known prime number with 41 million digits
The largest prime number is now 16 million digits longer than the previous record found in 2018, thanks to an…
Polycystic ovary syndrome could be treated with a malaria drug
The malaria treatment artemisinin improved hormone levels and regulated menstrual cycles in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Drug prevents fentanyl overdose for a month in monkeys
A single dose of a novel antibody medication can bind to fentanyl and prevent the opioid from triggering potentially life-threatening…
Light has been made into a fluid that simulates space-time
By using light to emulate the structure of space-time, researchers can better understand black holes – and the exotic objects…
Thin reflective film that mimics butterfly wings can keep cars cool
A thin, multi-layered film inspired by the structure of vibrant blue butterfly wings could help vehicles reduce energy used for…