A groundbreaking discovery made by a University of South Florida (USF) professor has shed new light on ancient Egyptian practices, confirming the use of hallucinogens in religious rituals that have…
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Archaeologists Unearth Bronze Cannon Linked to Coronado’s 16th-Century Expedition
In a fascinating archaeological development, independent researchers in Arizona have uncovered a bronze cannon linked to the famous Vázquez de Coronado expedition, marking it as the oldest known firearm discovered…
Evidence of Long-Term Embalming Practices Found in 16th-17th Century French Aristocratic Family
In a remarkable discovery that challenges our previous understanding of ancient embalming practices, a team of bioarchaeologists from the Austrian Archaeological Institute, Université de Bordeaux, and Aix-Marseille Université has uncovered…
Exploring the Success of Europe’s First Mega Settlements
The U.N.’s Human Development Index (HDI), a widely recognized measure for evaluating human well-being and quality of life across nations, has recently been applied to the analysis of Europe’s first…
Roman Soldiers Recycled Armor on the Frontier
The discovery of a 14kg hoard of mail armor near the Roman legionary fortress of Bonn, Germany, has provided researchers with valuable new insights into the logistics of recycling and…
Early Humans and Neanderthals in Europe
The complex story of human evolution reveals an intricate web of migration, interaction, and interbreeding across continents. The migration of early modern humans from Africa to other parts of the…
7,000 Years of Interbreeding with Neanderthals
A new and more precise analysis of DNA from ancient modern humans in Europe and Asia has provided groundbreaking insights into the timing and extent of Neanderthal interbreeding with Homo…
Archaeological Evidence of a Brutal Massacre at Charterhouse Warren
The discovery of over 3,000 human bones and bone fragments at Charterhouse Warren, a site dating back to the Early Bronze Age in England, has provided archaeologists with an incredibly…
No Cleopatra Sister: Boy’s Remains Found in Ephesos Tomb
In 1929, an archaeological discovery in Ephesos, an ancient city in modern-day Turkey, set off a series of speculations and theories that have persisted for nearly a century. Austrian archaeologist…
New Approach to Detect Dark Matter Using Earth’s Ionosphere
Dark matter, an unseen substance that makes up the majority of the universe’s mass, remains one of the most intriguing mysteries in modern physics. For decades, scientists have sought to…
Study Reveals Brain Mechanism That May Explain Beethoven’s Musical Genius
Ludwig van Beethoven’s hearing loss presents a remarkable tale of human resilience and adaptability. Known as one of the greatest composers in the history of Western classical music, Beethoven began…
Study Reveals Primary Cilia Dysfunction as a Potential Contributor to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a life-altering and often devastating neurodegenerative disease that primarily targets motor neurons, which are the nerve cells responsible for controlling voluntary muscle movements. ALS, also…
Researchers Create Whole-Brain Atlas to Map Connections for Motor Control
Signals transmitted from the brain to motor neurons are crucial for the initiation and control of muscle movement. While the motor neurons directly control muscle contraction, the communication process is…
Researchers Discover Underactive mTOR Pathway in Lissencephaly
Lissencephaly is a rare and severe brain malformation that can disrupt normal neurological function in individuals who suffer from it. The condition is defined by the failure of the brain…
Study Reveals Sex-Specific Differences in Muscle Fat Infiltration and Bone Health
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have recently made a breakthrough discovery that explores sex-specific differences in how fat accumulates in muscle and bone. This new research sheds light on…
New Hope for Spinal Cord Injury: Astrocytes Show Unexpected Regenerative Potential
Spinal cord injury (SCI) is one of the most significant medical challenges, with profound consequences for the affected individuals’ quality of life. The injury often leads to permanent physical disability,…
3D Piezoelectric Cellulose Composite Shows Promise for Regenerating Neural Tissue
A groundbreaking advancement in the field of medical research could soon revolutionize the treatment of severe brain and spinal cord injuries, as well as neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and…
Synaptic Signatures of Distinct Layer 5 Pyramidal Neurons Reveal Disease Vulnerabilities
Brain cells known as layer 5 pyramidal neurons play an essential role in the processing and communication of information in the brain. These neurons act as key relay stations in…
Researchers Identify 13 Genes Driving Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease that affects millions of people worldwide, particularly as they age. In OA, the cartilage that cushions the joints begins to deteriorate, leading to…
Researchers Uncover Role of Circulating Osteoclast Precursor Cells in Bone Loss
Researchers at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have made a groundbreaking discovery that could revolutionize the diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis and other metabolic bone diseases. The study, recently…