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Why it’s time to rethink what happiness really means

Explaining exactly what's going on in our brains when we experience joy or pleasure remains frustratingly out of reach
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The hidden flaw in cryonics that could ruin your shot at living forever

The chances of cryogenically freezing a human brain and then resurrecting its owner remain sub-zero
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Cosmic jets: How some of the most violent (and beautiful) phenomena in the Universe are born

You need just three ingredients to make these truly colossal ‘double-sided lightsabers’
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Endometriosis still takes years (and surgery) to diagnose. A new test could change that

The condition impacts around 10 per cent of women
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A massive insect study may have made a huge mistake

The debate over the results of a highly-cited paper raises questions about how biodiversity loss should be measured
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I'm a neuroscientist. Here's the surprising truth about TikTok 'brain rot'

A recent study suggests bingeing short-form videos is bad for your grey matter.
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The hidden ovary condition all women should know about, according to a doctor

Premature ovarian insufficiency is one of many overlooked women's health conditions.
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Bizarre ghost particles are wreaking havoc with our sensitive technology

Neutrinos are difficult to detect, but they’re starting to show up in places where they’re not wanted.
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This deer-riding monkey could rewrite the story of evolution. Here’s why

New research suggests that cultural practices in the animal kingdom can develop across species boundaries.
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It’s time to change your relationship with dopamine

Going on a ‘dopamine detox’ probably isn’t going to boost your mood and focus.
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The secret to a perfect morning routine probably isn't what you think

Starting the day at 2am or taking fistfuls of supplements each morning is unlikely to help you get ahead in life.
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I’m a neuroscientist. Here's how gambling can change your brain

We now know that gambling can be as addictive as drugs, but there are factors that can make it even harder to quit.
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It's time we rethink fibroids, the silent epidemic affecting 70% of women

Despite their prevalence, awareness of these potentially harmful growths is shockingly low.
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Here’s how the Sun will end all life on Earth

Our star won't keep burning forever.
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