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A Common Inexpensive Blood Pressure Drug May Prevent Epilepsy, Stanford-Led Study Shows
Researchers led by Stanford Medicine have unveiled a promising discovery that could redefine the preventive strategies for epilepsy. According to their recent study, a class of drugs commonly used to treat high blood pressure might also significantly reduce the risk of developing epilepsy. The breakthrough, detailed in the June 17 issue of JAMA Neurology, highlights…
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Ketogenic Diet Enhances Memory and Brain Health in Aging Mice, Study Finds
The ketogenic diet, known for its high-fat, low-carbohydrate composition, may have a remarkable impact on memory and brain health, according to a new study published in the journal Cell Reports Medicine. Scientists from the Buck Institute for Research on Aging and the University of Chile have discovered a novel molecular signaling pathway activated by this…
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New Treatment for Diabetic Retinopathy Promises Vision Preservation
Diabetic retinopathy, a daunting complication of diabetes that can lead to blindness, might soon have a new, groundbreaking treatment thanks to pioneering research from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences and Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) Cancer Center. Diabetic retinopathy affects approximately one-third of adults over 40 with diabetes, marking it as a significant global health…
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Nobel Prize-Winning ‘Turtle Technique’ Brings Hope for Parkinson’s Disease
The quest to improve treatment for Parkinson’s disease has taken a significant leap forward, thanks to a breakthrough in molecular chemistry known as “chiral synthesis.” This advanced technique, explained in a compelling video by Reactions host George Zaidan, demonstrates the revolutionary process of creating L-DOPA, the most effective drug for Parkinson’s, without producing its harmful…
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Innovative Technology Revolutionizes Microplastic Detection
In a significant breakthrough, researchers from Waseda University and the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) have developed an innovative method using spectroscopy to measure the concentration of nano and microplastics (N/MPs) in soil. This new technique promises to simplify the detection process, eliminating the need for complex soil separation and offering…
