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Transplanted ovaries appear to take on the age of their recipients' bodies, according to new research. When young mice received ovaries from animals past their natural fertility window, the young mice gave birth to healthy offspring.
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A study conducted by researchers in Finland found that 30 minutes of sauna bathing, with a brief cold shower midway, caused white blood cells to surge into the bloodstream.
» readJohn Scalzi on Monsters, Small-Town Greed, and the Science in Science Fiction
The science fiction author discussed his latest novel, "Monsters of Ohio," in a recent interview, describing how the book combines absurd premises with real-world consequences.
» readNew study reveals Denisovan skull traits and a reconstructed face for the extinct human group
A new study published in the journal Nature has analyzed Denisovan skulls from the Xujiayao site in northern China, revealing both shared and unique traits compared to other ancient humans.
» readAerogel insulation advances offer new hope for hard-to-insulate homes
Aerogel-infused building products could soon become available for home insulation, as start-ups in the UK and France move into commercial production.
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