MEDICINE & HEALTH

Science Says Multitasking Is Bad for Your Productivity, Mental Health

MEDICINE & HEALTH 11.04.2020 07:30 AM

A neuroscientist says that you're just doing multiple things badly when you're multitasking.

FDA Warns of Rapid COVID-19 Antigen Tests Giving Potential False Positives

11.04.2020 07:00 AM

The agency suggests performing a confirmatory test within 48 hours of a positive result instead of the usual antigen tests.

The Novavax Covid-19 Vaccine Candidate May Outshine Major Companies

11.04.2020 05:00 AM

Around this time last year, the small company of Novavax was on the verge of closing down. Today, they are one of the world's leading developers of the coronavirus vaccine.

Daylight Saving Time: Negative Effects on the Mind and Body to Watch Out, According to Science

11.04.2020 04:00 AM

Here's what to expect when clocks fall back during Daylight Saving Time, according to science. The US is due to adjust the clocks back this Sunday, leaving us in the early morning with an extra hour of sunshine and one hour less in the afternoon.

Does Having More Friends Help Boost Mental Health?

11.03.2020 23:00 PM

Does having more friends really mean its merrier? Having friends can have a significant impact on one's mental well-being and happiness. It is even much better if these friendships can lead someone to join activities that could help them have better mental health.

Digital Self-Help App May Help Teens Improve Their Mental Health

11.03.2020 21:00 PM

Researchers at the University of Exeter are leading a pan-European project to recruit young people aged between 16 and 22 to use the app.

How Does the Brain Process Imitating Others?

11.03.2020 20:00 PM

Scientists discover two connected brain regions associated with how we mimic others and neurons affecting autistic people.

Data Science and Network Theory Uncovers Why "Game Of Thrones" Was Such a Hit

11.03.2020 19:00 PM

Researchers from five universities teamed up to use data science and network theory in unraveling the secrets behind the cultural phenomenon "Game of Thrones."

Here Are Science-Approved Ways of Coping Up With Uncertainty

11.03.2020 16:00 PM

Uncertainty can hijack our plans and decision-making. Here's how to cope up with ambiguity, according to science.

Researchers Discovered Van Gogh Suffered From Delirium From Alcohol Withdrawal

11.03.2020 12:00 PM

Vincent Van Gogh, the Dutch post-impressionist behind The Starry Night painting, reportedly suffered from two episodes of delirium after experiencing alcohol withdrawals in the hospital.

Food Fraud in Europe: How Do Scientists Identify Authentic Spices

11.03.2020 10:00 AM

Herbs and spices are a big business in Europe, which is why many would commit food fraud to sell non-authentic spices.

People With Social Anxiety and Depression May Benefit From Dating Apps

11.03.2020 08:30 AM

Researchers assessed the link between dating apps and depression and anxiety, mostly affecting women.

New Study Reveals Best Way of Cooking Rice To Remove Arsenic

11.03.2020 08:00 AM

A new study reveals a new way of cooking rice that can remove 50% of arsenic in brown rice and 70% in white rice.

What Do Our Pupils Say About Our Attention Span and Memory?

11.03.2020 07:30 AM

Dilated or constricted pupil size have been associated with mood, attraction, and attention. In a recent study, scientists link pupil size and the ability to retrieve memories.

Europe is the Pandemic Epicenter Once Again, Says WHO

11.03.2020 07:00 AM

The WHO says that the continent is the world's epicenter once again as governments try to contain the rapid spread of the virus and protect the healthcare system from collapsing.

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