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Why Toddlers Still Outshine AI in Language Learning
Scientists have long marveled at how children can learn language so quickly and naturally, a feat artificial intelligence still cannot replicate despite its capability to process extensive datasets at incredible speeds. According to a novel framework by Caroline Rowland of the Max Planck Institute for Psycholinguistics, in collaboration with colleagues at the ESRC LuCiD Centre…
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Study Shows Disposable E-Cigarettes More Toxic Than Traditional Cigarettes
Researchers from the University of California, Davis have discovered that some disposable e-cigarettes emit higher levels of toxic metals compared to traditional cigarettes. This finding is particularly concerning given the popularity of these products among young adults and teenagers. The study, published June 25 in the journal ACS Central Science, reveals that certain disposable vape…
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New Study Uncovers How Caffeine Could Slow Cellular Aging
Scientists from the Cellular Ageing and Senescence laboratory at Queen Mary University of London’s Centre for Molecular Cell Biology have made a discovery suggesting that caffeine – often consumed for its stimulating effects – could potentially help to slow down aging at the cellular level. Caffeine has long been associated with health benefits, including a…
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New Genetic Method to Identify Hereditary Risk of Breast and Ovarian Cancer
Researchers from the University of Copenhagen and Rigshospitalet have unveiled a gene-editing method that promises to dramatically improve the diagnosis and treatment of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. This advancement, published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation, could have far-reaching implications for families with a history of these devastating diseases. “If we know a patient…
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New Study Identifies Key Neurons in Suppressing Binge Drinking Behavior
New research led by Gilles E. Martin, an associate professor of neurobiology at UMass Chan Medical School, has identified fewer than 500 neurons within the human brain (among the billions of neurons) that play a critical role in suppressing binge drinking. Published on June 10 in Nature Neuroscience, the findings illuminate previously unknown neural mechanisms…
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New Drug Delivery System Targets Lungs to Treat Cancer, Cystic Fibrosis
A revolutionary development in genetic therapy has emerged from Oregon State University (OSU), offering new hope for patients with lung cancer and cystic fibrosis. Spearheaded by Gaurav Sahay from OSU’s College of Pharmacy, in collaboration with Oregon Health & Science University and the University of Helsinki, researchers have devised a novel nanoparticle-based drug delivery system…
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New Research Reveals Unique Heart Adaptations in Female Elite Athletes
In an illuminating new study, researchers led by Amsterdam University Medical Center have unveiled critical differences in how the hearts of female elite athletes adapt to rigorous exercise compared to their male counterparts. These findings, published in the European Heart Journal Cardiovascular Imaging, offer vital insights for improving medical assessments and safeguarding female athletes. Gender-Specific…
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New Paper-Based Tool for Fast, Affordable Disease Detection
In a groundbreaking development, a team of scientists at NYU Abu Dhabi has created an innovative paper-based diagnostic device that promises to revolutionize the detection of infectious diseases, including COVID-19. Dubbed the Radially Compartmentalized Paper Chip (RCP-Chip), this device can diagnose multiple pathogens in under 10 minutes without requiring sophisticated lab equipment or specialized personnel.…
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New Study Links Weight Loss to Specific Brain Cells
In a groundbreaking study, scientists at the University of Gothenburg have identified a specific group of nerve cells in the brain stem that control the appetite and weight-loss effects of semaglutide, a widely used obesity and type 2 diabetes drug. This discovery could herald a new era in obesity treatment by minimizing the drug’s side…
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Perfumes and Lotions Compromise Body’s Defense Against Indoor Pollutants, Study Finds
Personal care products such as perfumes and lotions not only alter a person’s scent but actively modify the indoor air chemistry around them, disrupting a natural protective process, according to an international research team. The findings, published in Science Advances, suggest that these products interfere with the “human oxidation field,” a natural air shield produced…
