Science

June 19, 2025

Astronomers Reveal Stunning Thousand-Color Photo of Nearby Galaxy

Thanks to the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope, astronomers have created a thousand-color image of a nearby galaxy. The Sculptor Galaxy, also called NGC 253, is located 11 billion light-years away from us and can easily be viewed in the Southern Hemisphere with binoculars. But you've never seen it quite like this before. In a stunning high-definition photograph, astronomers have revealed previously hidden parts of the galaxy.

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June 13, 2025

The Science of Frisson: Why Music and Other Art Forms Can Give You Goosebumps

There are certain experiences that, no matter the language, country, or culture, prove to be profoundly universal. One such experience is the pleasure derived from visual art, films, and music—a pleasure that, for some, manifests itself not only emotionally, but within the body as well. Meaning “to shiver” in French, “frisson” refers to the chills that may occur when encountering a particularly compelling and evocative piece of art.

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June 6, 2025

Study Finds Coffee Consumption Linked To Healthy Aging in Women

If you're someone who needs a cup of coffee to get going in the morning, there's good news. According to a study presented at the annual American Society for Nutrition meeting, getting your caffeine fix can actually help you age better. The study, which has not yet been peer-reviewed or published, is the culmination of 30 years of research. The findings were presented by Dr. Sara Mahdavi, a post-doctoral fellow at Harvard T.H.

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June 5, 2025

Study Reveals That Exercise Can Be “Better Than a Drug” in Cancer Recovery

It’s a well-established fact that one of the best things you can do for your body is to exercise. Those who perform two to four times above the recommended amount of moderate physical activity, for instance, show a 26% to 31% lower all-cause mortality, and a 28% to 38% lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality. Exercise has also been proven to alleviate stress and anxiety, both of which frequently cause or contribute to cognitive impairment.

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