Novel analysis methods used for Huntington's disease
The genetic disease Huntington's not only affects nerve cells in the brain but also has widespread effects on microscopic blood vessels according to research.
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Cranberries provide runners with an all-natural boost, according to new research
Competitive athletes are always looking for an extra edge that can help them improve their performance. According to a new study by Concordia researchers published in the journal Physical Activity and Nutrition, they can ...
Mar 19, 2024
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Tracing how the infant brain responds to touch with near-infrared spectroscopy
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have measured how oxygenated hemoglobin levels in the blood change in infants' brains in response to touch. Using spectroscopy methods with external sensors placed on the scalp ...
Dec 11, 2023
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Research aims to curb fatalities caused by illicit drugs
University of Technology Sydney (UTS) Center for Forensic Science Ph.D. candidate Harry Fursman is working on two fronts to prevent harm to people who use drugs: He is testing a new handheld device for rapidly and accurately ...
Nov 17, 2023
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Solving a malaria mystery: Vessel congestion may drive brain swelling in children with cerebral malaria
Unusually high levels of blood congestion in vessels feeding the brain may lead to severe swelling, scientists have found in a discovery that solves a longstanding malaria mystery: how the infection deleteriously impacts ...
Stretchable multi-channel ionotronic electrodes developed for monitoring of muscle–vascular activity
In-situ dual-modal detection of electrophysiology and blood oxygen during muscle–vascular activity requires an integrated monitoring system comprising a transparent electrode for electrophysiology detection directly adhered ...
Oct 11, 2023
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Noninvasive modulation of brain hemodynamic and metabolic states by near-infrared light
The human brain is a dominant site for energy metabolism in the body. The intrinsic contraction and relaxation of the vascular walls, also known as "vasomotion," is responsible for metabolic and hemodynamic activity in the ...
Jun 6, 2023
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Sounds from nature: A soothing remedy for gambling addiction
Gambling addiction, also called "pathological gambling" and "gambling disorder (GD)," is known to have severe economic, social, mental, and physical consequences on those affected. One of the major factors contributing to ...
Apr 27, 2023
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Speech rhythm and pitch are fundamental in babies' language acquisition, shows study
Language acquisition is a complex process that requires different neural and cognitive skills since early childhood. One of children's big challenges in language learning is to distinguish the words that are grammatically ...
Apr 26, 2023
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Electrical stimulation found to revitalize muscle perfusion caused by long COVID
A new study led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine found that the use of a take-home electrical stimulation device improved muscle perfusion, the rate at which oxygen is delivered to muscles, and endurance in patients ...
Apr 10, 2023
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