Engineers develop surgical “duct tape” as an alternative to sutures

The sticky patch could be quickly applied to repair gut leaks and tears.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News Office • mit
Feb. 2, 2022 ~7 min

Seizures can cause memory loss, and brain-mapping research suggests one reason why

Many people with epilepsy are unable to remember what happened immediately before they have a seizure. This may be because seizures and memory use the same pathways of the brain.

Jaideep Kapur, Professor of Neuroscience and Neurology, University of Virginia • conversation
Feb. 1, 2022 ~6 min


ShakeAlert earthquake warnings can give people time to protect themselves – but so far, few have actually done so

When researchers look at CCTV footage of how people really react during earthquakes – as opposed to what they report after the fact – it looks like alerts aren’t yet inspiring protective action.

Dare A. Baldwin, Full Professor, Psychology and Clark Honors College, University of Oregon • conversation
Jan. 20, 2022 ~9 min

Link between inflammation and autism found within mouse models

Using mouse models, researchers have identified a possible mechanism linking autism and intestinal inflammation.

David Orenstein • harvard
Jan. 1, 2022 ~9 min

The 'runner's high' may result from molecules called cannabinoids – the body's own version of THC and CBD

A growing body of research points to the body’s natural cannabinoid system as the primary driver behind the runner’s high – and the mental health boost and stress relief following exercise.

Hilary A. Marusak, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences, Wayne State University • conversation
Dec. 17, 2021 ~10 min

Cycle lanes blamed for urban congestion – here's the reality

London was rated 2021’s most congested city.

David Metz, Honorary Professor of Transport Studies, UCL • conversation
Dec. 9, 2021 ~6 min

The UK's policing bill will make climate activism almost illegal – just when it's most needed

Disruption caused by activists blockading roads is virtually non-existent compared to climate change.

Heather Alberro, Lecturer in Global Sustainable Development, Nottingham Trent University • conversation
Dec. 6, 2021 ~6 min

Religious communities can make the difference in winning the fight against climate change

Faith leaders hold significant financial and political power - it’s their duty to use it to shape the future of our planet.

Esra Özyürek, Professor of Abrahamic Faiths and Shared Values, University of Cambridge • conversation
Dec. 1, 2021 ~8 min


Age actively, Harvard researchers say

Study says that physical activity later in life shifts energy away from processes that compromise health and toward mechanisms in the body that extend it.

Juan Siliezar • harvard
Nov. 22, 2021 ~6 min

The average person's daily choices can still make a big difference in fighting climate change – and getting governments and utilities to tackle it, too

How and where people spend their money and use energy can influence corporate behavior.

Tom Ptak, Assistant Professor of Geography and Environmental Studies, Texas State University • conversation
Nov. 22, 2021 ~9 min

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