Have you ever stared down a fridge raid at 2 AM, only to wonder if a pill could flip the switch? Semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy) rocketed to fame for 15-20% weight loss, but 2026 studies reveal a deeper secret: it’s hacking the brain’s reward wiring to tame addictions from booze to nicotine. This gut hormone mimic isn’t just a diet fad, it’s a neural game-changer. But how does it quiet cravings, almost like a deer frozen in headlights? GLP-1’s Gut-to-Brain Superhighway Your gut

New year, new me. Vision boards, journaling, affirmations, you name it. Manifestation techniques have grown popular the last few years, but does it truly increase luck and chances for success? Yes, it works Manifestation is not some sort of witchcraft, but it’s a way to “brainwash” yourself to believe that. At its core, manifestation is essentially rewiring your brain so that it filters out all the negative and feeds it with the positive. It’s the equivalent to using the Goog

It's the night before a big exam and you can’t sleep. It's 2am, and you begin to worry about your inability to sleep which in fact keeps you more awake. Ever notice that? The night before an exam or the first few hours prior, your body feels like it's going to sink below the ground. Sweaty palms, elevated heart beat, or the need to use the bathroom more frequently are all signs of this. These are not classified as “just nerves” but they are legitimate stress responses. Your b

Have you ever seen the rainbow effect that glass produces as the sun shines upon them? Or wondered how spectacles help in allowing us to see more clearly? Well, these are examples of a phenomenon known as refraction . In this article, we will explore more about what refraction is and some terminologies that are often used when talking about refraction, specifically in the context of light.  What is refraction?  Refraction is a phenomenon that all waves have. According to Brit

Bioinspiration, also known as biomimicry, is the practice of drawing ideas from nature’s designs to create innovative technologies. Over millions of years, nature has been vital in solving many challenges through evolution and scientists often studied these solutions to develop more effective, innovative, sustainable and efficient human-made products, which help the survival of humanity and other species. One of the most remarkable examples is shark skin, a solution which has

Glue, or adhesives, appears to be pretty mundane material—just apply it and stick things together. But what's really interesting is that there's some pretty cool chemistry going on at the molecular level when you apply glue. Adhesives are materials that stick two surfaces together using a combination of physical and chemical forces. The trick is finding a balance between adhesion (how well the glue sticks to the surfaces) and cohesion (how well the glue sticks to itself). How

Winter season can be one of the best – or worst, depending on your tolerance to the cold – time of the year. Regardless of your weather preferences, many of us are familiar with rosy cheeks and pink-tipped noses that come with the low temperatures.  Why do our fingers turn so pale, while our face explodes with red? Stick around, and you’ll learn the science behind the ever-changing colouring of our skin. The importance of homeostasis The average body temperature of humans is

Artificial Intelligence has officially moved far beyond the server room. It was only a matter of time before algorithms joined astronauts in orbit, transforming satellites from simple cameras into intelligent, autonomous investigators. As David Salvagnini, NASA’s Chief AI Officer, points out, we are heading toward a future where "everyone will, in some way, have their workday augmented" by AI, and that includes the machines floating 500 kilometers above our heads. For the tec

Running a marathon is one of the most physically demanding sports  as it can take a toll on the body’s physiological and psychological systems (Carveth, 2025). As such, maintaining a healthy and balanced diet before, during and after a marathon is crucial to fuel workouts and recover efficiently. A healthy diet for marathon training consists of high-calorie foods , including carbohydrates (carbs), fats, protein, vitamins, minerals, and water. The number of calories an athlete

Roughly one in three people will experience a panic attack at some point in their lives- including many who have never been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. During an attack, the body is flooded with intense fear and a range of physical symptoms: trembling, shortness of breath, dizziness, a racing heart, chest pain, and nausea. People often report a sense of losing control, overwhelming dread, or a fear of dying. Panic attacks can feel life-threatening, similar to a heart

CRISPR gene editing is a tool that allows scientists to precisely target and modify the human genome, making it possible to correct mutations and potentially treat genetic causes of disease. ​ CRISPR creates Cas9, which is like a pair of molecular scissors with a customizable targeting system. Bacteria use it to defend against viral infection by remembering the genetic code of an attacker. They load that code into Cas9, like giving a hunting dog a scent, enabling it to then m

What does it feel like to be watched as you work on something? Does it feel pressurising? Do you feel stressed? Does that make you want to do better to show to the person that you are able to do the job you are doing well? If your answer to the last question is yes, that is the Hawthorne effect in action!  …Well, somewhat.  Based on the known definition of the effect, this would be a correct example of the effect. However, due to some reasons which we will explain later on in

Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without soil, using water enriched with the exact same nutrients they need. Instead of searching through dirt for food, a plant’s roots directly receive the necessary nutrients which allows them to grow faster, healthier and more efficiently than in traditional soil.  One of the biggest practical advantages of hydroponic systems is their efficiency with resources. Contrary to what one may believe, they use far less water than soil far

Individuals dealing with addiction in society can be compared to a revolving door – they come and go. However, the situation becomes critical when the number of people seeking help increases rapidly, overcrowding the space and leaving little room for those who need to step forward. It's essential to address these consequences, but the question remains: how can we effectively provide support when the need continues to grow? Addicts – What’s the Big Deal? Prominent drug addicti

Concrete is one of the most important materials used in modern construction. Found in buildings, roads, bridges, and foundations, concrete is strong, durable and widely available. Concrete is inexpensive to make, which makes it practical for large scale infrastructure.  The first key advantage of concrete is durability. Once hardened, it can last for decades with minimal maintenance. It resists weathering, fire, and water damage far better than materials like wood. Concrete c

Solubility is the maximum amount a solute can dissolve in a certain amount of solvent. Carbonation occurs when pressurised carbon dioxide is injected and dissolved in water. The solubility of a gas dissolved in a liquid is directly proportional to the pressure of the gas above the solution. If there is a greater pressure in the space above the solution or on the solution, there will be a greater solubility of the gas dissolved in the solution. This trend is what the carbonati

You might recall that mosquitoes are one of the deadliest insects in the world, based on the number of people that are killed every year from various diseases transmitted by mosquitoes.  In 2025, mosquitoes have become even more deadly. China’s southern industrial hub has thus far recorded over 3,000+ chikungunya cases so far this month, which is yet another mosquito-borne virus that first appeared in mainland China almost 20 years ago. A Short History  Chikungunya is not ent

There’s nothing more refreshing than an icy cold drink on a hot day. What is not so refreshing is the brain freeze that follows. Ironically, your brain does not drop several degrees in temperature when you experience a brain freeze. What actually happens during a “brain freeze”? Why do they hurt our heads, despite our cold food being in our mouths? And most importantly, how do we get rid of these ice cream headaches to resume eating our delicious summer treats? Brain freezes

Have you ever wondered what it would be like if a computer could break the rules of reality? If tiny particles could store millions of pieces of data? If computers could think in ways completely different to our laptops and phones? Welcome to the world of quantum computing.  Regular computers are incredibly powerful, but they have their limits. Some problems, such as simulating molecules for new medicines or modelling complex chemical reactions, are too complex. So, quantum c