Stanford researchers have developed a brain-computer interface that decodes internal thoughts into words, offering new hope for people with paralysis or speech impairments
High costs, low reimbursement budgets, and stalled health ministry plans keep life-saving new therapies out of reach for Greek patients, despite being available across Europe
As demand for mental health care outpaces supply, AI chatbots are emerging as 24/7 companions — offering support but raising questions about privacy, emotional depth, and the limits of machine-driven therapy
A new study reveals the diverse feeding strategies of large meat-eating dinosaurs, showing T. rex relied on bone-crushing power while others like Giganotosaurus and Spinosaurus evolved unique approaches
Intense physical and mental demands during wildfire response increase cardiovascular risks, musculoskeletal injuries, and fatigue among professional and volunteer firefighters, highlighting the need for specialized training and prevention
The SRT-H surgical robot, trained via video and AI, adapts in real time to surgeons’ voice commands, marking a major breakthrough in autonomous medical technology
Astronomers have documented a new type of stellar explosion, caused when a black hole distorted its massive companion, shedding light on how binary systems influence the deaths of stars
Researchers at King’s College London discovered that keratin, a protein found in hair and skin, can repair enamel and prevent early tooth decay, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional dental treatments
Swimming ban imposed after dangerous marine species found near Guardamar del Segura
From sand and seawater to UV radiation and sports mishaps, eye injuries are common during summer holidays. Experts share the most frequent risks and essential first aid tips to prevent lasting damage
Two groundbreaking projects place Greece at the forefront of the EU’s quantum communications infrastructure drive.
A Harvard-led study published in Nature found unusually low lithium levels in Alzheimer’s patients and showed in mice that a specific lithium compound may even reverse memory loss, raising cautious hope for future therapies
Half a century after Jaws vilified sharks, scientists warn that these vital predators are far more threatened by humans than the other way around. In Greece, many species are at risk of extinction despite legal protections and monitoring efforts
The award-winning Meteora Natural History Museum is redefining our experience of science, food, and nature with the help of mushrooms.
Researchers led by a Greek scientist found the pandemic accelerated brain aging by over five months on average — even in people who never contracted the virus
Late nights, alcohol, and irregular sleep on weekends may worsen sleep apnea, increasing risks of heart disease, depression, and fatigue. Researchers introduce “social sleep apnea” to describe this modern health concern
A new study reveals that grapes contain over 1,600 beneficial compounds supporting heart, brain, skin, gut, and eye health, with effects even at the genetic level, earning them a rightful place among top superfoods
A new study reveals that eating just three servings of fried potatoes per week can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes by 20%, while boiled, baked, or mashed potatoes show no such effect.
A leading surgeons’ association warns that some doctors in Greece are luring patients with unproven “painless” treatments promoted on social media and TV, fueling dangerous misinformation and undermining trust in the country’s healthcare system
Menelaos Raptis of Franklin & Marshall College has detected oxygen in two galaxies from the early universe, offering new clues about cosmic history.