The narrative of science within the medieval Islamicate culture is captivating, distinguished by notable accomplishments that established groundwork for scientific progress across various domains. Although comprehensive contemporary literature covering the complete range of this history remains limited, numerous publications offer insightful perspectives on specific facets of Islamicate scientific practices. To begin with, the three-volume “Encyclopedia […]
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In the past few weeks, followers have observed a drop in activity on my platform. For those who aren’t linked through social media, I’m sharing the difficult journey I faced—a three-and-a-half week episode that upended my usual routine. On Tuesday, 7 October, I awoke from a midday slumber to a severe coughing spell, completely unlike […]
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In clinics from Dakar to Durban, a snakebite can completely alter a family’s future in just one night. A new study in Nature now highlights a potential solution: a product-ready, fully recombinant antivenom crafted to offer protection across Africa’s complete lineup of clinically significant elapids, including cobras, mambas, and rinkhals. The research team immunized an […]
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**Exercise and Metformin: Understanding the Intricate Relationship in Diabetes Prevention** Exercise is highly regarded for its contribution to diabetes prevention, improving cardiovascular health, and promoting overall wellness. Concurrently, metformin, a commonly prescribed diabetes treatment, plays a significant role in controlling blood glucose levels for millions globally. Nevertheless, recent research from Rutgers University has expressed concerns […]
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A recent worldwide review conducted by the University of Oxford underscores the troubling plight of island reptiles, cautioning about their dual vulnerability: an increased threat of extinction alongside minimal scientific investigation in comparison to mainland species. Published in Conservation Science and Practice, the research reveals alarming data: although one-third of all known reptiles are found […]
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A subtle signal in the bloodstream could indicate a story unfolding decades in the future. In a comprehensive 25-year analysis involving approximately 6,000 British civil servants, researchers from UCL found that elevated midlife levels of cardiac troponin I, a marker indicative of minimal heart damage, were associated with accelerated cognitive decline, reduced brain volumes in […]
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Within the inundated grasslands of Bolivia’s Llanos de Moxos, the earth itself retains a narrative. Underneath its glimmering wetlands and meandering waterways, archaeologists have discovered remnants of societies that flourished here for over a millennium, well before European interaction transformed the continent. Recent discoveries published in Frontiers in Environmental Archaeology illuminate how Indigenous populations constructed […]
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Pfizer and Novo Nordisk are engaged in an intense auction for Metsera, a biotechnology firm in the U.S. focused on creating innovative hormone-mimicking weight loss solutions. Originally developed at Imperial College London, Metsera caught Pfizer’s eye in late September. Pfizer made a straightforward acquisition offer, presenting nearly $5 billion in cash upfront, alongside more than […]
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## Increase Tree Planting, Reduce Patient Admissions: A Fresh Perspective on Mental Health A new analysis spanning multiple countries, published in **The BMJ**, reveals a significant link between greener surroundings and lower psychiatric hospital admissions. The research scrutinized over 11 million mental disorder hospital admissions across seven nations from 2000 to 2019. By evaluating data […]
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**Collaboration Between Industry and Academia Enhances Verification of Chemical Structures** Through a revolutionary partnership between industry and academia, scientists have created an innovative tool that combines infrared and proton NMR spectroscopy data to streamline the verification process of chemical structures. This advancement aims to considerably reduce the time that organic chemists spend on spectral analysis […]
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