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Monday, Sep 02

Study reveals how neighboring synapses coordinate their response to plasticity signals

Researchers from Bonn and Japan have clarified how neighboring synapses coordinate their response to plasticity signals: Nerve cells in the brain receive thousands of synaptic signals via their "antenna," the so-called dendritic ...

Sep 2, 2024

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Teaching old birds new tricks: Zebra finches defy age-related learning limits

We all know the adage, "You can't teach an old dog new tricks." As we age, our ability to learn new skills, like mastering a foreign language or picking up a musical instrument, seems to fade. The culprit? A decline in brain ...

Sep 2, 2024

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Novel light-based technique shows 90% accuracy in early prostate cancer detection

An Aston University researcher has used light to develop the first step towards a quicker, cheaper and less painful technique to detect cancer.

Sep 2, 2024

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Fentanyl vaccine heads for clinical trials, with goal of saving lives

A fentanyl vaccine developed by researchers at the University of Houston is expected to head to clinical trials sometime in the middle of next year, with the hope of being a groundbreaking solution to a deadly crisis.

Sep 2, 2024

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Alzheimer's-like brain changes found in long COVID patients

New research from the University of Kentucky's Sanders-Brown Center on Aging shows compelling evidence that the cognitive impairments observed in long COVID patients share striking similarities with those seen in Alzheimer's ...

Sep 2, 2024

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Experts develop global consensus document on atrial cardiomyopathy

An international cardiology working group has published a consensus report on atrial cardiomyopathy in Europace. Twenty-one scientists from the rhythmological societies of Europe (European Heart Rhythm Association), North ...

Sep 2, 2024

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Risk gene for bipolar disorder decoded

The risk gene adenylyl cyclase 2 is associated with bipolar disorder, as has been repeatedly confirmed in genome-wide association studies. However, until now there has not been any proof of a causal relationship.

Sep 2, 2024

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Tuesday, Sep 03

Newly discovered antibody protects against all COVID-19 variants

Researchers have discovered an antibody able to neutralize all known variants of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, as well as distantly related SARS-like coronaviruses that infect other animals.

Sep 3, 2024

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Study explores the cell-type-specific effects of aging and sex on human cortical neurons

Aging is known to have profound effects on the human brain, prompting changes in the composition of cells and the expression of genes, while also altering aspects of the interaction between genes and environmental factors. ...

Sep 3, 2024 feature

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So, which movie did your brain see? Eye movements can create different versions of the same film in our heads

Picture two people sitting in a movie theater, both watching the screen: Are they seeing the same thing? Or is the movie playing out differently in each of their minds? Researchers from the Justus Liebig University Giessen ...

Sep 3, 2024

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Gene found in ovarian cancer cells identified as potential new target for treatment

A University of Alberta research team has found a potential new treatment target for ovarian cancer. Their new research is the first to comprehensively investigate the elevated expression of a gene called ZIC2 in ovarian ...

Sep 3, 2024

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Hydrogel developed for use in slowing or stopping early stages of osteoarthritis

A team of material engineers and orthopedic specialists affiliated with several institutions in China has developed a hydrogel for slowing or stopping the progression of osteoarthritis. Their research is published in the ...

Sep 3, 2024 report

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3D-printed mini-tumors mimic human tissue for cancer immunotherapy tests

Leiden researchers have developed a model to advance cancer immunotherapy. Using a 3D printer, they create mini-tumors within an environment that closely mimics human tissue. They have also developed a method to monitor real-time ...

Sep 3, 2024

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Computational tool can measure the health of a person's gut microbiome

A team of Mayo Clinic researchers has developed an innovative computational tool that analyzes the gut microbiome, a complex ecosystem of trillions of bacteria, fungi, viruses and other microorganisms within the digestive ...

Sep 3, 2024

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Wednesday, Sep 04

Newly discovered gene may influence longevity in humans

Sleep, fasting, exercise, green porridge, black coffee, a healthy social life—there is an abundance of advice out there on how to live a good, long life. Researchers are working hard to determine why some people live longer ...

Sep 4, 2024

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Tired muscles can indeed be a pain in the neck, spine movement study shows

Learning new languages, sending emails, attending a virtual class, or speaking to loved ones halfway around the world are just some of the tasks accomplished by touching a button on a smartphone. Unfortunately, the ease and ...

Sep 4, 2024

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No link between cellphone use, brain cancer, major report finds

In news that should reassure folks glued to their cellphones all day, a new international review finds no link between cellphone use and brain cancer.

Sep 4, 2024

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Brain scanning approach shows wiring of depression

By repeatedly scanning the brains of a small group of patients for a year and a half, Weill Cornell Medicine researchers have identified a distinct pattern of neuronal interactions that appears to predispose some people to ...

Sep 4, 2024

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Researchers show novel drug rescues memory loss in Alzheimer's mouse model

In a recent development in Alzheimer's disease research, Auburn University scientists have studied a new drug, troriluzole, that can prevent brain changes leading to memory loss and cognitive decline in a mouse model of the ...

Sep 4, 2024

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Sex hormones modulate the immune system to influence disease risk differently, research reveals

Scientists from the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden and Imperial College London have shown for the first time which aspects of our immune systems are regulated by sex hormones, and the impacts this has on disease risk and ...

Sep 4, 2024

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Study solves testosterone's paradoxical effects in prostate cancer

A treatment paradox has recently come to light in prostate cancer: Blocking testosterone production halts tumor growth in early disease, while elevating the hormone can delay disease progression in patients whose disease ...

Sep 4, 2024

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Thursday, Sep 05

Neuroscientists uncover serotonin's role in resilience

The simple act of observing others cope with a traumatic experience can increase our capacity for resilience and prevent the pathological states that can result from it, notably depression. Neuroscientists at UNIL have demonstrated ...

Sep 5, 2024

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Brain scans reveal that mindfulness meditation for pain is not a placebo

Pain is a complex, multifaceted experience shaped by various factors beyond physical sensation, such as a person's mindset and their expectations of pain. The placebo effect, the tendency for a person's symptoms to improve ...

Sep 5, 2024

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Anesthesia study unlocks clues about the nature of consciousness

For decades, one of the most fundamental and vexing questions in neuroscience has been: What is the physical basis of consciousness in the brain? Most researchers favor classical models, based on classical physics, while ...

Sep 5, 2024

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100-fold improvement in sight seen after gene therapy trial

The vision of people with a rare inherited condition that causes them to lose much of their sight early in childhood was 100 times better after they received gene therapy to address the genetic mutation causing it. Some patients ...

Sep 5, 2024

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New AI hair analysis method holds promise for improved health research

A new application that uses artificial intelligence may revolutionize the way scientists study hair and could lead to the development of health diagnostics based solely on hair.

Sep 5, 2024

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New study reveals the signals in your brain that initiate spontaneous actions

A new study published in Nature Communications examines how the brain initiates spontaneous actions. In addition to demonstrating how spontaneous action emerges without environmental input, this research has implications ...

Sep 5, 2024

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Researchers develop rapid test to detect dopamine

Dopamine, a neurotransmitter in our brains, not only regulates our emotions but also serves as a biomarker for the screening of certain cancers and other neurological conditions.

Sep 5, 2024

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Friday, Sep 06

Cognitive behavioral therapy enhances brain circuits to relieve depression

Cognitive behavioral therapy, one of the most common treatments for depression, can teach skills for coping with everyday troubles, reinforce healthy behaviors and counter negative thoughts. But can altering thoughts and ...

Sep 6, 2024

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Natural probiotic discovered in microbiomes of UK newborns

Newborn babies have one of three pioneer bacteria in their gut shortly after birth, one of which could be used to develop new personalized infant therapeutic probiotics, researchers show.

Sep 6, 2024

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Study of older patients suggests 1 in 5 cases of dementia may be attributable to vision impairment

Prior research has found that there may be a connection between hearing loss in aging people and the onset of dementia. In a new study, a team of health care researchers and geriatric specialists affiliated with Johns Hopkins ...

Sep 6, 2024 report

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Research team successfully maps the brain-spinal cord connection in humans

The brain and spinal cord are the central pillars of the human central nervous system (CNS), orchestrating everything from movement to sensation. Despite significant advances in neuroscience, our understanding of how these ...

Sep 6, 2024

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Ulcers, damage to upper gastrointestinal tract linked to increased risk of Parkinson's disease

A study led by researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) found the risk of developing Parkinson's disease was 76% higher among those with a history of damage to the lining of their upper gastrointestinal ...

Sep 6, 2024

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New molecular sensor enables fluorescence imaging for assessing sarcoma severity

Researchers at Korea University College of Medicine have identified a new candidate marker for determining the severity and metastasis of sarcoma and developed a molecular sensor that enables fluorescence imaging targeting ...

Sep 6, 2024

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Alzheimer's study reveals critical differences in memory loss progression based on the presence of specific proteins

A study from Karolinska Institutet, published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry, offers new insights into the progression of Alzheimer's disease (AD). The research reveals critical differences in the progression of memory ...

Sep 6, 2024

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Saturday, Sep 07

Low-impact yoga and exercise found to help older women manage urinary incontinence

Older women struggling with urinary incontinence can benefit from regular, low-impact exercise, with yoga as well as stretching and strengthening showing benefits in a new study published Aug. 27 in Annals of Internal Medicine.

Sep 7, 2024

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Missouri patient tests positive for bird flu despite no known exposure to animals

A hospitalized patient in Missouri was infected with bird flu despite having had no known contact with dairy cows or other animals associated with an ongoing outbreak, health officials said Friday.

Sep 7, 2024

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Does intermittent fasting increase or decrease risk of cancer?

Research over the years has suggested intermittent fasting has the potential to improve our health and reduce the likelihood of developing cancer.

Sep 7, 2024

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Innovative semaglutide hydrogel could reduce diabetes shots to once a month

French researchers have developed a new drug delivery system that could cut the dosing schedule for type 2 diabetes and weight control drug semaglutide to just once a month, according to new research to be presented at this ...

Sep 7, 2024

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'So much mental load': Mothers speak about school lunches

Parents of school-aged children have plenty on their plates as they transition back to school routines. For most Canadian families, beyond concerns about school supplies or new experiences, it also means another year of packing ...

Sep 7, 2024

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Think you're too busy for strength training at work? Try this quick and easy guide

Do you sit at a desk all day and then find you're exhausted, your back aches and exercise is the last thing on your mind? I hear you. But desk jobs can be killers, so taking regular strength breaks during the working day ...

Sep 7, 2024

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Mobile phones are not linked to brain cancer, according to a major review of 28 years of research

A systematic review into the potential health effects from radio wave exposure has shown mobile phones are not linked to brain cancer. The review was commissioned by the World Health Organization and is published today in ...

Sep 7, 2024

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Sunday, Sep 08

Prenatal fish intake tied to lower risk for autism in offspring

Prenatal fish intake, but not omega-3 (ω-3) supplement use, may be associated with a lower likelihood of both autism diagnosis and related traits, according to a study published online Sept. 2 in the American Journal of ...

Sep 8, 2024

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Patients receiving steroids are more than twice as likely to develop diabetes, UK study finds

Patients who are being treated with systemic glucocorticoids are more than twice as likely to develop diabetes as those not receiving the treatment, the Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes ...

Sep 8, 2024

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Fruit and oats raise risk of type 1 diabetes but berries provide protection, research suggests

New research being presented at the annual meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Madrid, Spain (9-13 September), shows that eating fruit, oats and rye in childhood is associated with a higher ...

Sep 8, 2024

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Young vapers perform worse than non-vapers in exercise testing, research finds

Young people who vape perform worse than non-vapers in tests designed to measure their capacity for exercise, according to a study presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress in Vienna, Austria. The research ...

Sep 8, 2024

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Balloon angioplasty lowers risk for composite outcome in intracranial artery stenosis

For patients with symptomatic intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis (sICAS), balloon angioplasty plus aggressive medical management is associated with a lower risk for a composite outcome of any stroke or death, according ...

Sep 8, 2024

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Crossing state lines to get an abortion is a new legal minefield, with courts to decide if there's a right to travel

Almost half of the states in the country have made it harder to get an abortion since the Supreme Court in 2022 overturned the federal right to get an abortion. Fourteen states ban abortions in almost all circumstances, and ...

Sep 8, 2024

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Night owls are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes, finds study

Night owls have a higher BMI, larger waists, more hidden body fat and are almost 50% more likely to develop type 2 diabetes (T2D) than those who go to bed earlier, shows new research to be presented at the Annual Meeting ...

Sep 8, 2024

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