Genetics
Researchers offer insights into aging
What determines the life span of a mouse, alligator, dog or human? A team of scientists at the University of Georgia believes they have new insight into this age-old question.
Sep 7, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Sleep deprivation increases serotonin 2a receptor response in brain
The serotonin 2A (5-HT2A) receptor is widely distributed in the brain and plays a critical role in perception, cognition and psychosis. It is also responsible for the psychedelic effects of drugs, such as psilocybin (hallucinogenic ...
Jan 11, 2022
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Medical research
Eating less fat may save your hair
It's well known that obesity is linked to the development of numerous diseases in humans. Heart disease, diabetes, and other ailments are extremely common in obese individuals. However, it's not fully clear how body organs ...
Sep 21, 2021
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Oncology & Cancer
E-cigarette users show cancer-linked genetic changes
If you think vaping is benign, think again
Feb 15, 2019
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Medical research
Simple new blood test reveals your body's precise internal clock to guide treatments, improve health
The first simple blood test to identify your body's precise internal time clock as compared to the external time has been developed by Northwestern Medicine scientists.
Sep 10, 2018
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Genetics
Researchers link 27 genetic variants to ADHD
Why do some people get ADHD, while others do not? And how early in life or in the womb is the seed of ADHD sown?
Feb 9, 2023
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Neuroscience
Reprogramming the brain's cleaning crew to mop up Alzheimer's disease
The discovery of how to shift damaged brain cells from a diseased state into a healthy one presents a potential new path to treating Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, according to a new study from researchers at UC ...
Aug 11, 2022
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Neuroscience
Adolescent THC exposure alters neurons/gene networks associated with psychosis risk
Young adults with exposure to THC (the psychoactive component of cannabis) during adolescence have alterations in the structure of neurons and gene expression within these brain cells, which are critical for maintaining synaptic ...
Oct 18, 2018
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Oncology & Cancer
Study highlights anti-tumor activity of curcumin on stomach cancer
Curcumin is widely used to impart color and flavor to food, but scientists have discovered that this yellow powder derived from the roots of the turmeric plant (Curcuma longa) can also help prevent or combat stomach cancer.
Apr 23, 2019
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Medical research
Muscles support a strong immune system
In the fight against cancer or chronic infections, the immune system must be active over long periods of time. However, in the long run, the immune defense system often becomes exhausted. Scientists at the German Cancer Research ...
Jun 15, 2020
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