The Consórcio de Escolas de Ciências do Mar (CEMAR) is opening a call for the award of 20 (twenty) PhD Research Scholarships in the area of Marine Sciences, under the FCT Research Grants Regulation (RBI) and the Research Grant Holder Statute (EBI). The grants will be funded by the Foundation …

CAN I GET A SCHOLARSHIP? OUTSTANDING ACHIEVERS Have you made outstanding achievements in your education and personal development? And are you a national of a country outside the EU/EEA? Then you’re a good candidate for one of the HAN scholarships below. Don’t meet these requirements? Then you might want to search …

Since the turn of the century, antibiotic resistance has posed a major challenge to public health. To address this concerning issue, researchers have delved into the bacterial dark matter in search of a molecule capable of neutralizing pathogenic bacteria. The recent discovery of Clovibactin opens the door to powerful new …

Two new, highly partial dinosaur skeletons have been unearthed in the Ouled Abdoum basin in Morocco, renowned for its phosphate quarries. Interestingly, this site was once a shallow tropical sea around 70 million years ago during the Late Cretaceous period. Most of the fossils found here belong to marine creatures …

The oxymel, a blend of honey and vinegar known for centuries, is said to be effective against infections. A remedy with historical roots, oxymel has been purported to heal infections. But how much scientific truth is there in this traditional pharmacopoeia? British researchers set out to investigate. Oxymel, a mixture …

Tachycardia, characterized by an accelerated heart rate, often raises concerns. When the heart’s beats exceed 100 per minute at rest, it’s classified as tachycardia. While sometimes benign, this condition can also signal underlying issues. Let’s delve into the various aspects of tachycardia with more detailed examples. Different forms of tachycardia …

The Polytechnic of Leiria is now opening applications for 4 (four) scientific research fellowship (BII) within the project “MorphoPlay – Playful strategies for assessing morphological knowledge (2022.02585.PTDC)”, financed by Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT), in the following terms: . SCIENTIFIC AREA: Health – Medical and Health Sciences; …

Researchers have identified key cells and mechanisms behind the regenerative capabilities of lizard tails. Their ability to rebuild cartilage opens up new treatment possibilities for osteoarthritis. Lizards are among the few vertebrates capable of regenerating cartilage without it turning into bone, a skill that enables them to regrow their tails …

Consuming an ample variety of fruits and vegetables is paramount for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. But when it comes to consumption, the dilemma often arises: should we go for fresh produce or reach for frozen options straight from the freezer? The primary goal is to relish the consumption of fruits …

Food allergies are particularly common among children and young adults. A French epidemiological study that examined the eating habits of 6,662 infants and children has confirmed a strong connection between delayed introduction of food diversity and the risk of allergies. In this epidemiological study, scientists discovered that only 62% of …