Scientists find mechanical stimulation could be used to prevent falls and strengthen muscles
Mechanical vibrations could help improve our muscles and our balance control, according to research at Aston University.
Jan 16, 2023
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Nervous System: News and Research on Sensory Receptor Cells
MeSH tree: A08.800.950
Researchers reveal an added layer of nuance in our sense of smell
The delicate fragrance of jasmine is a delight to the senses. The sweet scent is popular in teas, perfumes and potpourri. But take a whiff of the concentrated essential oil, and the pleasant aroma becomes almost cloying. ...
Jan 4, 2023
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Study hints at the potentially crucial role of shear stress in the activation of pain sensing neurons
Feelings of pain and discomfort are crucial to the survival and evolution of animals, as they help to detect injuries or existential threats and pinpoint their location in the body. Pain signals are produced by nociceptors, ...
Study identifies potential new treatment target for sleep apnea
In a new study with obese mice, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers say they have added to evidence that specialized channel proteins are possible therapeutic targets for sleep apnea and similar abnormally slow breathing disorders ...
Oct 31, 2022
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A high-sugar diet decreases ability to sense sweetness in rats
For many people, a high-sugar diet has become almost accidental.
Oct 13, 2022
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Researchers present insight into the neural cartography of smell
Rendering the invisible visible is among scientists' favorite challenges.
Sep 26, 2022
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Q&A: What is the benefit of cochlear implants over hearing aids?
I'm 70 years old and have worn hearing aids for about a decade. Over the past several years, my hearing seems to be getting worse. Although I have tried several different kinds of hearing aids, I feel as if they are not effective ...
Sep 23, 2022
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