Augmented reality takes fear and anxiety out of surgery for patients

Surgery can be an intimidating experience, causing anxiety and stress leading up to the procedure. In fact, a global meta-analysis revealed that while preoperative anxiety varies due to factors such as age, previous experiences and interactions with st… Continue reading Augmented reality takes fear and anxiety out of surgery for patients

Device uses a BAT signal to show where sharks are giving birth

The majority of shark species are threatened with extinction, so it’s crucial to protect the “pupping” areas where females give birth to live young. A new satellite-linked device, known as the BAT, lets scientists know the locations of those areas.Cont… Continue reading Device uses a BAT signal to show where sharks are giving birth

How your brain turns fleeting frustrations into long-term negativity

For some people a single small irritation can wreck their entire day, while others can swiftly shake off minor problems and move on. A new study led by researchers from the University of Miami is suggesting persistent activity in the amygdala could be … Continue reading How your brain turns fleeting frustrations into long-term negativity

Archaeologists use laser tech to reveal secrets of 100-km Maya road

Archaeologists have used laser technology to map a 100-km (62-mile) Maya stone road that could have been built 1,300 years ago to help with the invasion of an isolated city in modern-day Mexico. The ancient highway is thought to have been constructed a… Continue reading Archaeologists use laser tech to reveal secrets of 100-km Maya road