Engaging in extreme exercise has always been considered a positive habit that promotes overall health and well-being. However, recent research has unearthed a shocking revelation – excessive vigorous exercise may actually have a detrimental effect on the immune system. A 2023 study conducted on over 4,700 post-exercise fluid molecules from firefighters has shed light on
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Large language models (LLMs) are the backbone of many popular generative AI platforms, such as ChatGPT, which have gained widespread use and attention in recent years. However, a new study conducted by researchers at University College London reveals concerning findings about the reasoning abilities of these advanced AI models. The study, published in Royal Society
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The increasing demand for cobalt and lithium for e-car batteries, the necessity of copper, aluminum, and iron for a fossil-free power supply, and the essential need for rare earth elements for wind turbines all point towards a significant increase in material consumption by 2050. A new study conducted by the Berlin-based climate research institute MCC
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Halogen bonds play a significant role in directing sequential dynamics in multi-functional crystals, offering insights essential for developing ultrafast-response times for multilevel optical storage. These intermolecular interactions arise from the attraction between a halogen atom and another atom with lone pairs, contributing to the development of innovative photo-functional materials. Despite the crucial role of halogen
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A recent randomized controlled trial has provided valuable insight into the potential benefits of circumcision in reducing the risk of HIV infection among men who have sex with men. This study, conducted by researchers from Sun Yat-sen University in China, compared two groups of men who voluntarily underwent circumcision over a twelve-month period. The findings
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The waste-to-wealth movement has sparked a renewed interest in technologies that can convert greenhouse gases into valuable materials. Among these technologies, the catalytic conversion of methane into methanol has emerged as a promising solution. Methanol is a widely used industrial solvent and raw material for various chemical synthesis processes. However, the traditional industrial process for
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Recent research led by Curtin University has challenged previously held beliefs about the emergence of fresh water on Earth. According to the study titled “Onset of the Earth’s hydrological cycle four billion years ago or earlier,” published in the journal Nature Geoscience, evidence suggests that fresh water appeared on Earth around 4 billion years ago.
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