Historical data offers a glimpse into the mental health of adolescents during COVID-19 A team of researchers has sought to mitigate the mental health impacts of COVID-19 on adolescents by harnessing previous research on youth physical and mental health. Apr 1, 2021 0 3
Researchers demonstrate first human use of high-bandwidth wireless brain-computer interface Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) are an emerging assistive technology, enabling people with paralysis to type on computer screens or manipulate robotic prostheses just by thinking about moving their own bodies. For years, ... Apr 1, 2021 2 208
Evidence of social factors impacting COVID-19 infection available to policymakers early in the pandemic Evidence that COVID-19 disproportionately impacted racialized communities, low-income individuals and certain occupations was available to policymakers early in the pandemic, according to a rapid review of early data on the ... Apr 1, 2021 0 0
Tracking receptor proteins can unveil molecular basis of memory and learning The neurons in our nervous system "talk" to each other by sending and receiving chemical messages called neurotransmitters. This communication is facilitated by cell membrane proteins called receptors, which pick up neurotransmitters ... Apr 1, 2021 0 77
Why processed foods trigger chronic kidney disease A recent study led by Monash University diabetes researchers has shown that a diet high in processed foods brings on leaky gut syndrome, which in turn increases the risk of kidney disease. Apr 1, 2021 2 221
Screen time for older adults: Mobile health tech can support seniors with heart disease Mobile health technology can be beneficial in encouraging lifestyle behavior changes and medication adherence among adults ages 60 and older with existing heart disease, yet more research is needed to determine what methods ... Apr 1, 2021 0 4
Genome sequencing shows coronavirus variation drives pandemic surges Genome sequencing of thousands of SARS-CoV-2 samples shows that surges of COVID-19 cases are driven by the appearance of new coronavirus variants, according to new research from the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University ... Apr 1, 2021 0 149
Possible trigger for Crohn's disease identified People living with the often-debilitating effects of Crohn's disease may finally gain some relief, thanks to ground-breaking research led by McMaster University. Apr 1, 2021 5 307
Brazil grants emergency approval to J&J COVID vaccine Brazil approved Johnson & Johnson's single-dose COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use Wednesday, the fourth vaccine to get regulatory approval in the hard-hit country. Apr 1, 2021 0 3
Brazil closes out deadliest month of pandemic by far Hard-hit Brazil closed out its deadliest month of the coronavirus pandemic by far on Wednesday, with 66,573 people killed by COVID-19 in March, more than double the previous record. Apr 1, 2021 0 4