Historic building activity in Europe mirrors plague outbreaks and food prices

September 25, 2018 in Society & Culture

A new study shows that the dramatic upheaval and population decline known as the Late Medieval Crisis began much earlier than previously thought. Thanks to the use of felling dates from old construction timber a new picture emerges of past demographic changes in Europe.

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New research reveals that a combination of stress and exercise can shorten the rehabilitation period after a stroke.
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January 12, 2012 in Natural Sciences

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Parkinson’s treatment minus side effects

January 12, 2012 in Health

A new drug combination may be able to eliminate the negative side effects of medicine used for treating Parkinson’s disease.
Society needs a watchdog press

January 11, 2012 in Society & Culture

Scrutinising and trustworthy journalism is still what sells in a commercial market.
The chocolate that won’t make you fat

January 11, 2012 in Health

By adding linseed and chilli to dark chocolate, researchers can raise your metabolism so you can eat chocolate without putting on weight.
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January 10, 2012 in Health

Vigorous exercise causes lactic acid to accumulate in our muscles, making them acidotic. New research shows that several key organs play a surprising role in this process – even during moderate exercise.
The physics of cross-country skiing

January 9, 2012 in Natural Sciences

You don’t need a science degree to grasp the physics of Nordic skiing. And even physics nerds need more glide when kicking forward on cross-country skis.
Youths are tired of drinking binges

January 9, 2012 in Society & Culture

Getting senselessly drunk and losing control is no longer cool, shows surprising research.
How China will meet the world

January 8, 2012 in Society & Culture

The Chinese are coming – but what do they want? New Danish research shows that China’s future foreign policy will depend very closely on how the Chinese picture themselves.
Is meat from stressed animals unhealthy?

January 8, 2012 in Agriculture & Fisheries

We love steak and sausages, but does a high level of axiety in animals make them unhealthy to eat?