Immunological Memory
When we hear the word “memory,” brain cells generally come to mind. However, our lymph cells, which are…
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A History of Sufism for Western Readers
Among the general Western public, Sufism has often been confused with the mystical traditions of the Far East,…
The Impeccable Digestive Tract
Almost every single system in the human body works without rest, even during sleep. The mechanism is set,…
The Precise Numbers of the Universe
In a 2014 article for The Conversation, Prof. Jonathan Borwein, from Newcastle University, and Dr. David H. Bailey,…
What Waits in the Future?
Scientific advances have gained major momentum in the last century; many of the things seen in science-fiction movies…
The Neurobiology of Imitation
There are approximately 100 billion nerve cells (neurons) in the brain of an adult person. Each nerve cell…
The Uncertainties of Energy Supplies
What are the main reasons for the energy shortage we are facing today? Is this problem due to…
The Perfect Conditions for Oxygen
Close your mouth and nose tightly. See how long you can stay like this without breathing. It is…
The Impeccable Sanitation of the Blood
Think of a marvelous machine that consists of pipes, pumps, processors, and plugs. This machine grinds and grates,…
Causality in Science and Religion
One of the most appealing questions in the history of science is if science and religion can be…
The Key-Lock System in Fertilization
Living things are equipped with sexual and asexual reproduction systems to enable life to continue. Sexual reproduction requires…
The World of Cats
Cats have lived with humans since ancient times. They are one of the most friendly, playful, cute residents…
Humans and Metallic Materials
If we study the way metals are structured and processed, lessons can be drawn about how human’s function,…
Fuel Cells
Today, humans get most of their energy from fossil fuels. We know this rate of consumption isn’t sustainable.…
How Is Vision Possible in Total Darkness?
How can animals in the wild hunt during the night as if it were day? A remarkable biological…