‘Mitochondrial transfer’ into nerves could relieve chronic pain, early study hints

by rpuser | Jan 9, 2026 | Health

A recent study suggests that replenishing nerve cells with mitochondria could be a promising new strategy for treating chronic nerve pain. New research has uncovered a vital, previously unrecognized function of mitochondria, the energy-generating components within our...

Leonardo da Vinci’s DNA may be embedded in his art — and scientists think they’ve managed to extract some

by rpuser | Jan 9, 2026 | Health

Researchers believe they may have successfully isolated DNA from a Renaissance drawing, potentially marking the first time genetic material has been recovered from a work by Leonardo da Vinci. **DNA Traces in “Holy Child” Sketch Link to Leonardo da...

New US food pyramid recommends very high protein diet, beef tallow as healthy fat option, and full-fat dairy

by rpuser | Jan 9, 2026 | Health

The United States government has unveiled a revamped food guidance system, significantly altering the traditional food pyramid’s structure. A recently unveiled food chart is placing a significant emphasis on meats, dairy products, and what are categorized as...

Science history: Sophie Germain, first woman to win France’s prestigious ‘Grand Mathematics Prize’ is snubbed when tickets to award ceremony are ‘lost in the mail’ — Jan. 9, 1816

by rpuser | Jan 9, 2026 | Science

In January 1816, a peculiar letter found its way to Marie-Sophie Germain, dispatched by the secretary general of the prestigious Paris Academy of Sciences. The recipient of the institute’s prestigious “Grand Mathematics Prize” found her triumph...

Ofcom asks X about reports its Grok AI makes sexualised images of children

by rpuser | Jan 6, 2026 | AI

Ofcom has made “urgent contact” with Elon Musk’s company xAI following reports its AI tool Grok can be used to make “sexualised images of children” and undress women. A spokesperson for the regulator said it was also investigating...