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Compared to typing, writing by hand leads to better learning: Study

According to a study published by Norwegian scientists, writing by hand activates more complex brain connectivity than typing, which, in turn, boosts learning and memory. 

Study: Rock music could replace insulin injections

Researchers found that Queen’s “We Will Rock You”, at a volume of 85 decibels, prompted the strongest insulin release.

Studying with ADHD doesn't have to be difficult

By understanding how ADHD impacts your learning style, you can take the first step to overcoming the challenges.

Working out a productive study schedule for Ramadan

Few things to make the most of this holy month and attain both spiritual and academic excellence.

Applying to universities abroad: myth busting for parents

As application season draws near, here are some of the most common myths debunked.

Britain to offer work visas to graduates from world's top universities

Britain will offer work visas to graduates from the world's best universities in an expansion of its post-Brexit immigration system that is designed to attract the "best and brightest" workers.

Android users are better drivers than iPhone users: US survey reports

Android users are better car drivers compared to iPhone users, claims a recent study by the US car and home insurance company Jerry. 

No bird-brain here: Ravens can plan ahead

Long admired for their intelligence, ravens are now known to be able to plan ahead, a skill previously thought to belong only to humans and great apes, says a study.

Rio 2016 / Studies find 'super bacteria' in Rio's Olympic venues, top beaches

Scientists find dangerous drug-resistant "super bacteria" off beaches in Rio de Janeiro that will host Olympic swimming events and in a lagoon where rowing and canoe athletes will compete when the Games start on August 5.

March 3, 2016
March 3, 2016

Climate change poised to hurt food supplies: study

The effects of climate change on food production could cause 500,000 extra deaths by 2050 compared to a world without global warming, according to a study released Thursday.

February 24, 2016
February 24, 2016

Classical Indian dance helps trafficking victims to heal: study

Classical Indian dance could be an effective form of therapy for victims of human trafficking and sexual violence, helping them to overcome their traumatic experiences and gain confidence, a pilot study has shown.

February 20, 2016
February 20, 2016

Antarctica penguins unable to return home due to iceberg grounding

Tens of thousands of Antarctic penguins are estimated to be unable to return to their colony after a massive iceberg grounded there, according to a newly published study.

January 26, 2016
January 26, 2016

Most teachers do not know what it is

More than half of the 100 primary school teachers, who took part in a survey, are still unclear about creative education method introduced five years ago to bring a qualitative change.

December 18, 2015
December 18, 2015

Real Madrid named as world's most valuable football club in study

Real Madrid have been named as the most valuable football club in the world by marketing experts, who placed Manchester United second and Barcelona third.

December 10, 2015
December 10, 2015

Being unhappy or stressed will not kill, says study

Being miserable or stressed will not increase your risk of dying, according to the UK's Million Women Study.

October 23, 2015
October 23, 2015

Virtual reality maze 'predicts Alzheimer's disease'

Alzheimer's disease can be detected decades before onset, using a virtual reality test, a study suggests.

March 6, 2015
March 6, 2015

Men more narcissistic than women: Study

Men tend to be more narcissistic than women and as a result are more likely to exploit others, a US study said after analyzing three decades of data from more than 475,000 people.

February 19, 2015
February 19, 2015

New drug tested on monkeys effectively shields against AIDS, study reveals

Scientists say new drug tested on monkeys provided astonishingly effective shield against animal version of AIDS, major gain in the quest for an HIV vaccine

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