Science brings fresh discoveries and news every day. Many of them are not even well understood by ordinary people, but this one might attract us. At the Health and Science University in Portland, USA, scientists led by Shoukrat Mitalipov tried to use the CRISPR technique to change the genetic record in one-cell embryos. Until now, American scientists have more or less enviously observed the development in this field from afar. But that is no longer the case.
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There is hardly anything more frightening in the world than a woman or a man who is very hungry. Even the most patient and gentle person can become extremely irritable and impatient when hungry. The latest research also offers a scientific explanation for the question: why do we get angry when we are hungry. You can read the findings in this article.
The Perseids are probably the most popular meteor shower that can be seen in the night sky until August 24. The peak of the Perseid meteor shower, i.e. the largest number of visible meteors, is expected on the night of August 12-13, 2017. At that time, more than 60 meteors per hour will light up the sky.
One of the most important photography contests has recently come to an end and offered us a range of breathtaking photos. National Geographic has chosen the best travel photos of 2017. Undoubtedly, they had an extremely difficult task, because all the photos are outstanding - and there are only three podiums. You can see the winning photos and photos that received special praise from the jury in this article.
Get the tissues ready, you'll need them. This short animated film is a real internet sensation and just what we need in today's world full of intolerance and hatred.
American artist Tom Bob is turning New York streets into real works of art. And we sincerely hope that no one prevents him from doing so.
When traveling by plane, we have to take into account quite a few safety conditions, one of which is turning off your mobile phone. The reasons for X-rays and the rest of the procedures are pretty obvious, so we rarely ask about them. What about turning off the mobile phone or switch to airplane mode? Are you wondering why it is needed?
If you're heading off to college in October, your summer is sure to be full of plans that you plan to fulfill. Without a doubt, one of the plans also includes spending quality free time with your best friend. Student life often tries to tear apart old ties, so before leaving for college, he prefers to renew them well. Read on for 6 things you and your girlfriend should do before you head off to college.
Are you predisposed? Do you work non-stop? Do you take full advantage of your lunch time or do you rush back to work early because you have to finish this and that?
Every year, The Royal Observatory Greenwich launches a competition for the best photograph of space. Considering the prestige and complexity of the project, we can imagine that a lot of exceptional photos arrive in their inbox, and the selection is certainly not an easy task. Here are the best space photos of 2017.
Robotization has been rumored for a long time. Will it take away our jobs, make us lazy, even devalue us? None of these? Time will tell. But we can also prepare ourselves for the new era and ensure a less shocking transition into it. Read on to see how Alec Ross, former adviser to Hillary Clinton and author of The Industries Of The Future, sees the future and advises on how to approach it.
Meet Chuando Tan, a Singaporean photographer who will make you wonder what you're doing wrong in life. You will never believe how old he is.