Eye-catching rippling arts center makes waves in China

MAD Architects has revealed plans for a new mixed-use development in Foshan, China. The Nanhai Arts Center's unusual design is informed by its lakeside location and is envisioned as a large rippling wave of water.

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Mantis Pen packs scalpel blade, other tools, in slim titanium tube

The market's thirst for multi-function everyday carry gear doesn't seem to be dying down. The latest evidence is the success of a Kickstarter campaign for a titanium pen with enough tricks onboard to make any James Bond wannabe happy.

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Hypershell exoskeleton aims to liberate adventure from human limits

One of the most outlandish Kickstarters of 2023 is still working to empower superhuman outdoor adventurers. The Hypershell Omega exoskeleton was a $1 million Kickstarter success last year, and Hypershell is preparing to show its latest at CES 2024.

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Exploitation, drug-filled sponges & licorice: 2023’s top cancer stories

As the second leading cause of death globally, treating – or even better, curing – cancer is understandably high on the list of researchers’ priorities. Here are New Atlas’ top cancer stories for the year 2023.

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Mindfulness program proves a secret weapon against post-traumatic stress

A study has found that a therapy program focusing on self-compassion and mindfulness reduced symptoms of post-traumatic stress. The intervention is promising for those who suffer from PTSD symptoms but don't meet the criteria for a formal diagnosis.

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Drugs, diet and the weight of the world: Tackling obesity in 2023

It was the year we ushered in a new age of weight-loss treatment: GLP-1 agonists. These drugs are here to stay – and more are expected in 2024. But there were many more discoveries in 2023, including key genetic ones, in the fight against obesity.

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Efficient construction system stacks self-contained modules like Legos

Erecting an entire building from scratch can be time-consuming and expensive, which is why many companies look to factory-built prefabricated structures. A new technology takes that idea further, with prefab blocks that are stacked like Lego blocks.

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Sleepy cells and insect stings: The pain discoveries of 2023

Throughout 2023, researchers have looked at pain, especially chronic pain, and its molecular mechanisms, in an effort to find new, targeted ways to effectively resolve the complex condition. We present this year’s top discoveries in pain research.

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Pets may slow age-related cognitive decline in those living alone

A study has found that, for older adults living alone, owning a pet was linked to slower rates of decline in some aspects of cognition and may completely offset the association between living alone, a recognized dementia risk, and cognitive decline.

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Adult chronic pain 45% more likely after childhood trauma, study finds

A study has found that exposure to childhood trauma increases the likelihood of experiencing chronic pain and pain-related disability in adulthood, with the risk increasing significantly after exposure to multiple adverse childhood experiences.

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