Sustainable chemistry: producing molecules more environmentally friendly

Almost half of women of reproductive age experience complaints in the days leading up to menstruation. A lot of treatments come with side effects, only provide limited relief, or don't work for everyone. Researchers from the University of Basel have shown that open-label placebos can help, particularly when combined with an explanation of the treatment.

A new study in which the Swiss Ornithological Institute took part shows that great tits spend more restless nights and incubate their eggs for less time when there is light pollution. With serious consequences: fewer little tits hatch.

Using TESS and ESPRESSO, the high-precision spectrograph operated by the University of Geneva, an international team has discovered a new super-Earth 218 light-years away.

A team from the University of Geneva and the HUG have shown that people diagnosed with ADHD have an increased risk of developing dementia with age.