Science
We live in a society of microorganisms, and there is no way to change that. It would be strange if they weren’t present in our wardrobe, oven, or bed. However, scientists have discovered that even inside household and laboratory electrical devices, microbes form stable ecosystems — their own unique, incomparable world
Psychologists have long noted that individuals with traits from the «dark triad» — Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy — often rise to top positions in the corporate world. However, as technology progresses, psychopaths are venturing into new social and business niches. One such emerging area is the cryptocurrency market
We are born, grow, mature, and reproduce. With each passing year, we suffer more from chronic diseases. Eventually, we weaken and die. These are the facts of life. No matter how much we wish otherwise, they are unlikely to change. But perhaps one day, everything will be different for us
Once, in the Indian city of Bangalore, an astonishing event occurred: around 20,000 pilgrims gathered to worship the «face of Christ», which they believed had appeared on a simple wheat flatbread — chapati. This episode is just one of many examples of how our minds sometimes see things that aren’t really there
A cat named Billy from Florida became the subject of scientific interest through training with the “button-word” system, where she learned up to 50 words. The experiment demonstrated that cats can associate sound signals with actions and needs, unlocking new possibilities for meaningful interaction with humans
Ray Kurzweil predicts an era when artificial intelligence and the human mind will merge. In his new book, the futurist discusses the benefits of singularity and the possibility of creating digital copies of a person. However, many scientists see his utopia as a pseudo-religion disguised as technoscience
At one time, great scientists like Nicolaus Copernicus, Galileo Galilei, Isaac Newton, and Marie Curie revolutionized our understanding of the world. They shaped the development of science for many decades ahead, all without working 24/7 without rest or sleep
Modern individuals increasingly prioritize conformity over standing up for their ideas and opinions. As a result, fewer people are willing to challenge groupthink. Consequently, there are fewer great leaders, rebels, and geniuses in science and culture — those willing to risk social approval and reputation to prove the validity of their discoveries
How can you stop aging? It turns out that a plant-based diet can not only improve your well-being but also impact your genetic code! Research shows that a vegan diet can indeed slow down aging processes through changes at the DNA level, but there are also hidden pitfalls…
A study published in the journal Nature revealed a troubling «cannibalistic phenomenon»: when AIs are trained on data generated by other AIs, they begin to devour their kind literally. As a result, instead of providing accurate information, the models start generating absurd content — such as articles about church towers filled with colorful rabbits
Our literary preferences are far from random! The same factor that determines your nose shape and eye color — genes — also influences your passion for Shakespeare’s plays, love for Harry Potter, or interest in Sherlock Holmes’s deductions. But how does this happen?
Humans and animals have been exchanging viruses for millennia, with these viruses mutating within their bodies and unleashing devastating epidemics on the world. This process cannot be stopped, but it can be studied, and significant efforts are being made to control it. This is precisely what scientists are currently trying to do, offering hope for the future.