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More misfolded proteins than previously known may contribute to Alzheimer's and dementia
For decades, the story of Alzheimer's research has been dominated by a battle between A-beta and tau amyloids, both of which can kill neurons and impact the brain's ability to function. A new study suggests, however, that ...
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Psychology & Psychiatry
'Too much going on': Autistic adults overwhelmed by non-verbal social cues
Imagine having a conversation where every gesture and glance feels like a test. You're juggling eye contact, facial expressions, and tone of voice, all while trying to keep up with the words. You might miss something, or ...
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Medical research news
Key brain protein may hold answers for memory loss and neurodegenerative diseases
Scientists have discovered how a key protein helps maintain strong connections between brain cells that are crucial for learning and memory.
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Mathematical model reveals how humans store narrative memories using 'random trees'
Humans can remember various types of information, including facts, dates, events and even intricate narratives. Understanding how meaningful stories are stored in people's memory has been a key objective of many cognitive ...
Obesity linked to what's on local restaurant menus
For many years, health experts have been concerned about "food deserts," places where residents lack good nutritional options. Now, an MIT-led study of three major global cities uses a new, granular method to examine the ...
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Olorofim Phase IIb trial shows efficacy in invasive fungal disease for patients with limited treatment options
Researchers from KU Leuven, the University of California Davis Medical Center, the University of Cologne, and over 20 collaborating institutions report that the antifungal olorofim demonstrated efficacy and tolerability in ...
Premenstrual symptoms linked to increased risk of cardiovascular disease
Women diagnosed with premenstrual symptoms have a slightly increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease later in life. This is shown by a new study from Karolinska Institutet published in Nature Cardiovascular Research.
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Power in numbers: Study finds small group coaching reduces rates of physician burnout by nearly 30%
New UCLA research finds that small group professional coaching can reduce physician burnout rates by up to 30%, suggesting that it is more effective than the traditional, and more expensive, one-on-one coaching method.
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Study shows how brain-to-computer 'electroceuticals' can help restore cognition
Research led by Thilo Womelsdorf, professor of psychology and biomedical engineering at the Vanderbilt Brain Institute, could revolutionize how brain-computer interfaces are used to treat disorders of memory and cognition.
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'Weird shading' tricks the brain into seeing 3D forms from simple lines
Shading brings 3D forms to life, beautifully carving out the shape of objects around us. Despite the importance of shading for perception, scientists have long been puzzled about how the brain actually uses it. Researchers ...
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Bionic knee allows better movement for amputees
A new bionic knee allows amputees to walk faster, climb stairs more easily, and adroitly avoid obstacles, researchers reported in the journal Science.
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Study suggests semen quality could signal broader health concerns for men
Semen analysis is traditionally used as part of male fertility assessments, but researchers from the University of Adelaide believe it has the potential to promote healthier lifestyles.
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Simply 'sprinkling' a fluorescent probe can quickly show active brain synapses
There are few scientific methods more elegantly simple than "just sprinkle it on top." Researchers at Tohoku University and Nagoya University developed a fluorescent probe that can quickly show synapses, the connection points ...
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'Molecular shield' placed in the nose may soon treat common hay fever trigger
Approximately 40% of the European population are allergic to pollen, and their symptoms cause an estimated loss of 100 million school and workdays every year.
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Attending events is the ticket to happiness, study suggests
New research led by the University of South Australia has found that frequently attending in-person events can significantly boost well-being.
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Weekly injection offers steady Parkinson's medication, reducing need for daily pills
A new weekly injectable drug could transform the lives of more than eight million people living with Parkinson's disease, potentially replacing the need for multiple daily tablets.
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Smarter flow simulation model for analyzing blood flow in brain aneurysms improves efficiency and accuracy
To simulate blood flow inside brain aneurysms, researchers from Japan have developed a computational method that combines 4D flow MRI, computational fluid dynamics, and data assimilation, which provides greater accuracy and ...
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Adults with autism show similar brain mapping of body parts as typically developing adults
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a neurodevelopmental condition, is often associated with difficulties in social communication and repetitive behavior. Previous research reveals that people with ASD often find it challenging ...
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New study explores the reluctance to publicly downplay moral transgressions
Research by Professor Ike Silver and co-authors examines why people tend to escalate moral judgments when responding publicly to moral transgressions.
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Researchers unlock hidden geometry of the heart to revolutionize ECG interpretation
A study led by scientists at King's has revealed how the physical orientation of the heart inside the chest dramatically influences the electrical signals captured in an electrocardiogram (ECG)—a discovery that could pave ...
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