Science
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Evolution of the eight-hour sleep
The sleep habits of historical figures in science offer a fascinating glimpse into the variability of sleep needs and patterns. Albert Einstein and Nikola Tesla are two prominent physicists whose approaches to sleep differed significantly, reflecting their unique personalities and work habits. Albert Einstein is often cited as a proponent of extended sleep. Biographical accounts…
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Science of engineering tapes
When one thinks about tapes, one might imagine a simple roll of something sticky. But dive into the aisles of a hardware store, and you’ll find a world of tapes with unique powers—some strong enough to fix a broken car bumper, others designed to hold up in the rain, and some even with colours and…
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Hermaphroditism in nature
Hermaphroditism in nature is a fascinating reproductive strategy where an organism possesses both male and female reproductive organs, allowing it to produce both sperm and eggs. This phenomenon is observed across a diverse range of species, including plants, invertebrates, and some vertebrates. Hermaphroditism can be advantageous in environments where mates are scarce, enabling individuals to…
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Why flooding hits Spain?
Flooding has been a significant part of Spain’s historical and modern landscape, shaped by its geography and climate patterns. The earliest known records of flooding in Spain date back centuries. Ancient texts and local chronicles frequently mention episodes where rivers such as the Guadalquivir and the Ebro overflowed, impacting settlements and agricultural land. During the…
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Neurological patterns in chronic criminals
In recent decades, advancements in neuroscience have offered deep insights into the neurobiological foundations of behaviour, shedding light on the possible brain-based causes of chronic criminality. The study of how certain neural characteristics predispose individuals to deviant behaviour is a growing field known as neuro-criminology. This interdisciplinary domain merges neuroscience, psychology, and criminology to explore…
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World food crisis and impact of science and technology
The global food crisis has deep historical roots, often tied to population growth, economic instability, climate change, and agricultural practices. Famines in the past were frequently caused by environmental factors, wars, and poor agricultural productivity, leaving millions vulnerable to starvation. Notable examples include the Irish Potato Famine in the 19th century and food shortages during…
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Biorhythm in humans : myth or reality?
We all feel high and low with time. Sometimes we are fastest, strongest, and healthy. And at other times, we are in the opposite mood. This is biorhythm. The equations used to calculate it are given on Wikipedia. Biorhythm theory suggests that our physical, emotional, and intellectual states follow natural, cyclical patterns, which influence how…
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Fraudulent Academic Activities in China: Unveiling the Crisis
In recent years, academic integrity in China has come under intense scrutiny. As the country’s scientific ambitions grow, so do concerns about academic misconduct, ranging from data fabrication to plagiarism. This issue is not confined to China, but the scale and nature of the problem within Chinese academia, influenced by political pressures, limited transparency, and…
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Perception and reality
In their 2010 article, Stephen Hawking and Leonard Mlodinow raise a fascinating philosophical question inspired by a city council decision in Monza, Italy. The council banned the use of curved fishbowls, arguing that they distorted a fish’s view of reality, which they considered cruel. This seemingly small ordinance serves as a springboard for a larger…
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Observing the vibration of the universe
Though we are able to view wonderful colors of the nature through our eye, human eye is sensitive to only a very narrow fraction of whole electromagnetic spectrum of light. Light wave is basically a radiation emitted when matter interact electromagnetically and depending upon the nature of interaction, different kind of light will have different…