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Health

Wasps That Pause Their Youth May Hold Key to Slower Aging

Scientists studying jewel wasps have found that a natural pause in early development can dramatically slow the biological aging process later in life.

Jul 29, 2025

Life

Footprints Reveal When Ancient Flying Reptiles Mastered Ground Living

Ancient fossilized footprints have provided scientists with unprecedented insight into when and how pterosaurs – the magnificent flying reptiles that soared…

May 4, 2025

Health

Aircraft Noise at Night Disrupts Sleep Quality, New Study Reveals

People living near major airports may be experiencing poorer sleep quality due to night-time aircraft noise, according to a new study conducted by researchers at the University of Leicester.

Sep 25, 2024

Health

Weight re-gained after weight loss results in less muscle, more fat

A Leicester study that measured the fat mass and fat-free (muscle) mass of dieters suggests that weight loss followed by weight regain has a negative impact on muscle mass.

Dec 15, 2023