20 – 26 August 2018
First discovery of an ancient-human hybrid
Mum’s a Neanderthal, Dad’s a Denisovan: Genetic analysis uncovers a direct descendant of two different groups of early humans. Find source
How sleep loss may contribute to adverse weight gain
One night of sleep loss has a tissue-specific impact on the regulation of gene expression and metabolism in humans, according to researchers. Find source
No safe level of alcohol, new study concludes
There is no safe level of drinking alcohol, concludes a new study. It shows that in 2016, nearly 3 million deaths globally were attributed to alcohol use. Find source
Sweeter dreams in a peaceful mind
A new study shows that people with more peace of mind in the waking state have more positive dreams, whereas those with more anxiety in the waking state have more negative dreams. Find source
A switch to turn fragrances on and off
Scientists have discovered the switch in plants that turns off production of terpenoids — carbon-rich compounds that play roles in plant physiology and are used by humans in everything from fragrances and flavorings to biofuels and pharmaceuticals. Find source
