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Neurotechnology Could Improve Math Learning, Study Reveals
Safe, painless and non-invasive brain stimulation could help individuals prone to falling behind in math, a new study led by the University of Surrey indicates. Published in the journal PLOS Biology, the study found that applying safe electrical currents to the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (dlPFC) — a brain region integral to learning, focus, and problem-solving…
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New Study Maps How Pesticides Alter Gut Bacteria, Paving the Way for Health Innovations
Emerging evidence suggests that pesticides can be toxic to the diverse range of microorganisms in the human digestive system. Now, a new study led by researchers at The Ohio State University sheds new light on this issue. They are the first to map specific changes in gut bacteria caused by pesticide exposure, observed both in…
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New Study Links Grip Strength to Early Psychosis
Psychosis, often marked by delusions and hallucinations, may have a subtler origin that researchers are now beginning to understand. Researchers from Indiana University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center have made a significant breakthrough by studying an overlooked aspect: grip strength. In a landmark study published on June 25 in the American Journal of Psychiatry, the…
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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…
