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New research published in Computers in human behavior Our findings suggest that seeking advice from artificial intelligence (AI) can unintentionally strain relationships with human experts. AI tools are rapidly becoming part of everyday decision-making, promising faster answers, personalized guidance, and lower costs. Many people use these tools with experts to double-check information or get a second opinion. Previous research has demonstrated that human advisors can react negatively when clients consult multiple experts. In such situations, advisors may interpret the search for a second opinion as a lack of trust. But until recently, little attention has been paid to how advisors…

A new study reveals that bull sharks form social relationships with specific “friends”, challenging the long-held idea that these predators live mostly alone lives. The study, conducted at Fiji’s Shark Reef Marine Reserve, found that bull sharks are not simply mixed together at random. Instead, they display “active social preferences,” choosing certain individuals to spend time with and avoiding others. The study involved researchers from Exeter University, Lancaster University, Fiji Shark Lab and Benka Adventure Divers. “As humans, we cultivate a range of social relationships, from casual acquaintances to best friends, but we actively avoid certain people, and these bull…

Extensive human data reveals that even a single dose of antibiotics can leave a measurable microbial footprint years later, raising important questions about long-term health effects and prescribing practices. Study: Linking antibiotic use and gut microbiome composition from individual-level prescription data for 14,979 people. Image credit: marevgenna / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal natural medicineresearchers found that the effects of antibiotics on the gut microbiome can last much longer than expected. By linking Swedish prescription registry data with fecal metagenomic profiles from approximately 15,000 adults across multiple population-based cohorts, this study shows that even a single…

Do everyday foods like yogurt and chocolate silently shape our lifespans? A comprehensive global analysis reveals which fermented foods may be associated with longevity and lower disease risk. Research: Fermented food intake, all-cause and cause-specific mortality: A meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies. Image credit: Sweet Marshmallow / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal Frontiers of nutritionresearchers evaluated whether consumption of fermented foods was associated with reduced all-cause and cause-specific mortality in healthy adults. Health benefits of fermented foods and research gaps What if everyday foods like yogurt, cheese, and even chocolate could affect our longevity? Fermented foods…

A neuroimaging study conducted in Italy found that bipolar disorder patients who reported more adverse childhood experiences tended to have worse brain white matter integrity. This association was also present in depressed patients, but the effect was less pronounced and structurally different. This research european neuropsychopharmacology. Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are potentially traumatic events that occur during childhood that can impact a child’s physical, emotional, and psychological development. This concept was popularized by the Childhood Adversity Experience Study, which investigated how stress in childhood is related to later health outcomes. ACEs typically include experiences such as physical abuse, emotional abuse,…

A newly designed microbial system turns waste plastic into a front-line Parkinson’s disease treatment, offering a glimpse into a future where waste becomes medicine. Research: Microbial upcycling of plastic waste into levodopa. Image credit: jmcatholic / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal natural sustainabilityresearchers have demonstrated that they have successfully engineered a biological process to “upcycle” poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) into levodopa (L-DOPA), a front-line treatment for Parkinson’s disease (PD). researchers fixed Escherichia coli Convert plastic-derived monomers into high-value pharmaceuticals under mild aqueous conditions. This study overcomes critical biochemical hurdles involved in cellular trafficking and enzyme inhibition by…

A team of researchers led by the University of Oxford has discovered evidence of a previously unknown type of planet outside our solar system: one that traps large amounts of sulfur deep within long-lasting lava oceans. The results were announced on March 16th. natural astronomy. The world, called L 98-59 d (for exoplanet orbiting a star outside our solar system), orbits a small red star about 35 light-years from Earth. Data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and ground-based observatories reveal something unusual. For a planet about 1.6 times the size of Earth, it has a surprisingly low density…

The Wisconsin Senate on Tuesday unanimously passed a bill that, if signed, would release $125 million set aside nearly three years ago to address PFAS contamination in the state’s water supplies. The vote, which took place on the last day the Senate was scheduled to be in session for the year, was the culmination of years of legislative negotiations between Republican lawmakers, Gov. Tony Evers, the state Department of Natural Resources and numerous outside interest groups. A similar bill passed Congress last Congress, but Evers vetoed it over the objections of Democrats and environmental groups who said it was too…

A new study shows that combining everyday wearable data with routine blood tests could help detect insulin resistance early, opening the door to more accessible screening for type 2 diabetes before it takes hold. Research: Prediction of insulin resistance from wearable and routine blood biomarkers. Image credit: Black_Kira / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal natureresearchers developed a method to predict insulin resistance (IR) using data from wearable devices, blood biomarkers, demographics, and other health information. Currently, 537 million people worldwide have diabetes, and the majority (approximately 90%) have type 2 diabetes (T2D). The main problem with…

Recent research published in journals sensing provide evidence that people who play outdoor sports have better color detection abilities in their peripheral vision compared to indoor athletes and non-athletes. This suggests that intense exercise training in large, open environments can physically shape and improve basic visual skills. The findings show that the adult brain retains the ability to adapt low-level sensory functions based on real-world experiences even after childhood development has ended. The human eye has a specific biological structure that determines how well certain things can be seen. The center of the visual field is packed with specific light-detecting…