Month: April 2022

How to reduce loneliness: Meaningful activities can improve health, well-being

Just as a satisfying puzzle can turn a rainy day into an entertaining adventure, engaging in meaningful activities has the power to transform loneliness into connection. A recent study discovered that when people fill their free time with activities that are both meaningful and challenging, they experience a decrease in loneliness and an increase in […]

Published on April 6, 2022

Unveiling the Secrets of Pompeii’s Domestic Space

Imagine walking into an ancient Roman house in Pompeii, surrounded by its grandeur and secrets. Well, researchers have found a way to recreate this experience using virtual reality and eye-tracking technology! They took a replica of the House of Greek Epigrams in Pompeii and let study participants explore it in 3D. By tracking their gaze, […]

Published on April 6, 2022

Fur Friends May Pass on Super-Bug Germs

You and your beloved pet have an unbreakable bond, but did you know you may also be sharing something else? Researchers have discovered that pets can pass on antibiotic-resistant bacteria to their owners. These bacteria can contain genes that make them super-bugs, capable of resisting the antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections. It’s like if […]

Published on April 6, 2022