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May 30, 2014 09:19 AM EDT

Is Porn Messing with Your Mind?

Men who frequently look at pornography may experience a reduction of the gray matter volume found in the reward centers of their brains.

May 30, 2014 10:23 AM EDT

Scientists Take Control of Rogue NASA Probe Launched in 1978

Back in March, Robert Farquhar – a former NASA scientist – told NPR that he planned to intercept the International Sun-Earth Explorer-3 (ISEE-3) probe after he diverted its route back in 1983. He fulfilled his promise on Friday.

May 30, 2014 08:04 AM EDT

Being Ignored at Workplace is Worse than Bullying, Study

A new study reveals that it is better to be bullied at workplace than being ignored.

May 30, 2014 07:43 AM EDT

'Free Choice' in Primates Changed with Brain Stimulation: New Research on Addiction

Could simple brain stimulation take away "free choice?" Scientists have discovered that when applying electrical pulses to the brains of macaques and presenting them with two images, the primates changed their preference from one image to the other.

May 30, 2014 07:58 AM EDT

Fathers who do Chores Raise Daughters Who Aspire Higher Paying Careers

Father who help partners in daily household chores are more likely to raise daughters who aspire higher paying careers, a new study reveals.

May 30, 2014 07:11 AM EDT

Ancient Humans Teamed Up with Early, Domestic Dogs to Hunt and Kill Mammoths

A new analysis of a few key archaeological sites has shown researchers something surprising: it's possible that our ancestors once teamed up with early domestic dogs in order to hunt and kill mammoths.

May 30, 2014 07:32 AM EDT

Deficiency of Zinc Before Conception Triggers Pregnancy Problems

A study ties deficiency of zinc before conception to fertility and pregnancy problems.

May 30, 2014 05:08 AM EDT

Vibration Exercise Lowers Pain and Enhances Quality of Life in Fibromyalgia Pateints

A new pilot study reveals that vibration exercise helps in lowering pain and enhancing quality of life among those diagnosed with fibromyalgia.

May 30, 2014 04:58 AM EDT

Stress Lowers Quality of Sperm and Fertility

Stress is known to have a negative impact on health and adding to evidence to this is a new study that ties psychological stress to reduced sperm and semen quality.

May 30, 2014 01:04 AM EDT

Diet Rich in Grapes may Help Prevent Retinal Deterioration

Don't forget to eat your fruits and vegetables.

May 30, 2014 12:56 AM EDT

Unemployment may Increase Infertility Risk in Men

As long-term unemployment continues to escalate for many in search of future work, new research from Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health and Rutgers School of Public Health found that men who are dealing with the stress of unemployment are more likely to suffer from infertility.

May 29, 2014 07:48 PM EDT

$1 Million Astrophysics Prize Awarded to Three Scientists for Theory of Cosmic Inflation

The Kavli Prize is given to scientists in three fields: Astrophysics, Nanoscience, and Neuroscience. The prize for each field is worth $1 million and is awarded by the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters.