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Exercise plus omega-3 curbs tooth root inflammation in rat study
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A peer‑reviewed study in rats reports that moderate exercise combined with omega‑3 supplementation improved immune markers and limited bone loss in chronic apical periodontitis, an inflammatory infection at the tooth’s root tip often arising from untreated decay. The authors and research backers stress that human trials are needed to confirm clinical relevance.
Researchers uncover new insights into dark matter properties
A team of astrophysicists has identified potential new characteristics of dark matter through advanced simulations. The findings, detailed in a recent study, suggest dark matter may interact more strongly with ordinary matter than previously thought. This could reshape our understanding of the universe's composition.
Study shows older fathers transmit more disease mutations through selfish sperm
A new study reveals that older men pass on significantly more disease-causing genetic mutations to their children due to the rapid proliferation of mutant sperm stem cells. Researchers found that the proportion of mutated sperm rises sharply with age, from 1 in 50 for men in their early thirties to nearly 1 in 20 by age 70. This phenomenon, driven by 'selfish' mutations, heightens risks for severe disorders in offspring.
Study reveals hidden scale of global plastic waste
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A new scientific approach has quantified the full extent of plastic waste entering the environment, uncovering far more pollution than previously estimated. The research, published in a leading journal, highlights mismanaged plastics in rivers, soils, and oceans, urging immediate policy responses.
University at Buffalo enables quantum simulations on laptops
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Researchers at the University at Buffalo have expanded the truncated Wigner approximation to simulate complex quantum systems on ordinary laptops, bypassing the need for supercomputers. This advancement, detailed in a September study in PRX Quantum, simplifies quantum dynamics for real-world applications. The method targets dissipative spin dynamics, making advanced physics accessible to more scientists.