Saturday Citations: Prehistoric dentistry; sleep and aging; our photogenic sun
Recent scientific discoveries highlight the capabilities of prehistoric humans and the complexities of modern biology. A Neanderthal molar dating back 59,000 years shows evidence of dental treatment, suggesting advanced medical knowledge. Additionally, a record-breaking radio burst from the sun has been linked to a feature in its atmosphere, while research indicates that both insufficient and excessive sleep can accelerate biological aging.
- ▪A Neanderthal molar with a drilled hole indicates prehistoric dental treatment.
- ▪The record-breaking radio burst from the sun lasted 19 days, surpassing the previous record of five days.
- ▪Research shows that both too little and too much sleep can speed up aging in various organs.
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May 16, 2026 report Saturday Citations: Prehistoric dentistry; sleep and aging; our photogenic sun by Chris Packham, Phys.org Chris Packham Author Meet our staff & contributors Learn about our editorial standards edited by Lisa Lock, reviewed by Robert Egan Lisa Lock Scientific Editor Meet our editorial team Behind our editorial process Robert Egan Associate Editor Meet our editorial team Behind our editorial process Editors' notes This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies.
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