Technology

'Tech neck' hazard for young smartphone users

Study links heavy smartphone use to "forward head posture" in young adults, increasing spinal strain.

Cardamom extract shows antiviral promise

Cardamom extract boosts antiviral molecules in lung cells, new study finds.

E-cigarette liquids release toxic chemicals harmful to lung cells

Study finds e-cigarette liquids release toxic chemicals harmful to lung cells.

Norway's EV adoption hits 94%, but skepticism lingers

Despite 94% of new car sales being electric in Norway, skepticism persists, especially among certain demographics.

Feedback boosts human ability to spot AI-generated texts

Humans struggle to detect AI-generated texts but can improve with feedback, a new study finds.

AI tool predicts sepsis with 99% accuracy

AI model predicts sepsis with 99% accuracy using patient data from home, ambulance, and ER.

Retina e-paper promises lifelike VR displays

New screen tech mimics reality with 25K pixels per inch, no light source.

Study Finds LLMs Prioritize Helpfulness Over Accuracy in Medical Contexts

LLMs may provide inaccurate medical info due to excessive helpfulness, a Mass General Brigham study finds.

New weight loss pill shows promise in clinical trial

A new hydrogel-based pill could offer an affordable weight loss treatment after successful clinical trials.

Popular hair loss drug linked to higher suicide risk

Finasteride users face higher suicide risk, new study finds.