University of Exeter

Study of the machinery of cells reveals clues to neurological disorder

(Medical Xpress)—Investigation by researchers from the University of Exeter and ETH Zurich has shed new light on a protein which is linked to a common neurological disorder called Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.

Neuroscience created May 16, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Why a little beet it goes a long way

(Medical Xpress)—Athletes no longer ask whether beetroot juice improves sporting performance - they just want to know how much to drink, and when.

Health created May 16, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Foul-smelling gas shows health benefits in reducing joint swelling

A gas associated with the smell of rotten eggs has proven to effectively reduce joint swelling, in research which could lead to advances in the treatment of arthritis.

Arthritis & Rheumatism created Apr 29, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

First study to suggest that the immune system may protect against Alzheimer's changes in humans

Recent work in mice suggested that the immune system is involved in removing beta-amyloid, the main Alzheimer's-causing substance in the brain. Researchers have now shown for the first time that this may apply in humans.

Alzheimer's disease & dementia created May 25, 2012 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (6) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Gene research sheds light on timing of menopause

(Medical Xpress) -- An international team of researchers has discovered 13 new regions of the genome associated with the timing of menopause.

Genetics created Jan 23, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Green spaces may boost wellbeing for city dwellers

New research published in the journal Psychological Science has found that people living in urban areas with more green space tend to report greater wellbeing than city dwellers that don't have parks, gardens, or other green ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Apr 21, 2013 | popularity 4.3 / 5 (3) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Meditation technique enhances children's mental health

(Medical Xpress)—Teachers in schools across the globe are turning to a new philosophy to help improve the behaviour and well-being of students.

Psychology & Psychiatry created Mar 27, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

The party in your brain

A team of political scientists and neuroscientists has shown that liberals and conservatives use different parts of the brain when they make risky decisions, and these regions can be used to predict which political party ...

Neuroscience created Feb 13, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (4) | comments 3 | with audio podcast

Research reveals power of the subconscious in human fear

The human subconscious has a bigger impact than previously thought on how we respond to danger, according to research led by the University of Exeter. Published today, the study shows that our primitive response to fear can ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Jan 18, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Beetroot juice properties found to boost athletes' stamina

(Medical Xpress)—Athletes competing this summer have benefited from an unlikely ingredient to fuel their Olympic and Paralympic success.

Health created Sep 20, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Training people to inhibit movements can reduce risk-taking

New research from psychologists at the Universities of Exeter and Cardiff shows that people can train their brains to become less impulsive, resulting in less risk-taking during gambling. The research could pave the way for ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Jun 14, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Soccer scores a health hat trick for hypertensive men

Playing soccer (football) could be the best way for people with high blood pressure, known as hypertension, to improve their fitness, normalise their blood pressure and reduce their risk of stroke. Research from Universities ...

Health created Oct 15, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

The heart rules the head when we make financial decisions

(Medical Xpress) -- Our 'gut feelings' influence our decisions, overriding 'rational' thought, when we are faced with financial offers that we deem to be unfair, according to a new study. Even when we are ...

Neuroscience created May 21, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Snacking and BMI linked to double effect of brain activity and self-control

Snack consumption and BMI are linked to both brain activity and self-control, new research has found.

Neuroscience created Jul 23, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

'Jack Spratt' diabetes gene identified

Type 2 diabetes is popularly associated with obesity and a sedentary lifestyle. However, just as there are obese people without type 2 diabetes, there are lean people with the disease.

Genetics created Jun 01, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast