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New Insights on How Romantic Partners Influence Genetic Risk for Alcohol Problems
A collaborative study led by researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University and Rutgers University has unveiled crucial insights into how romantic relationships significantly affect an individual’s genetic propensity for alcohol misuse. Published on May 5 in Clinical Psychological Science, the study highlights the intersection of romantic partners’ habits, personality traits and mental health on a person’s…
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New Insights on Potential of Probiotics for Healthy Skin
In a groundbreaking study, researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have revealed crucial dynamics in the interactions of bacterial populations living on our faces, which play a significant role in the development of acne and eczema. The detailed insights into these microbial interactions may pave the way for innovative treatments targeting acne and…
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New Study Uncovers Key to Preserving Immune Tissue
Scientists at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) have made a groundbreaking discovery that could enhance immune system function in older adults. Their study, published in the February issue of Nature Aging, reveals that fibroblast growth factor FGF21, a peptide hormone, plays a vital role in preserving…
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Study Identifies Key Brain Regions for Logical Reasoning
A recent study led by a team of researchers at University College London (UCL) and University College London Hospitals (UCLH) has identified the key brain regions essential for logical thinking and problem-solving. This discovery, published in the journal Brain, propels our understanding of the neural mechanisms underpinning human reasoning. The researchers employed a technique known…
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Teens Who Start Vaping After High School More Likely to Quickly Progress to Frequent Use
A new study has revealed that young adults in the United States who begin using e-cigarettes after graduating high school are likely to progress to frequent use much faster than their peers who start earlier. Published in the scientific journal Addiction, the research highlights an alarming trend among late-initiating vapers. While teenagers typically take about…
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New Study Uncovers Potential Key to Combating Antibiotic Resistance
A groundbreaking study from Umeå University, in Sweden, has unveiled crucial insights into how bacteria defend themselves against viral attacks, a discovery that holds promise for addressing the escalating global health crisis of antibiotic resistance. In research published in Nature Communications, scientists at Umeå University explored the defensive mechanisms of the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus, a…
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Study Uncovers Brain Areas Tied to Political Intensity
Political passion, often influenced by a range of factors such as education and environment, may also have a neurological basis. A recent study published in the journal Brain has pinpointed specific brain networks that regulate the fervor of political engagement. Led by Northwestern University and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, the research offers a new perspective…
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New UCR Study Advises Pregnant Women to Avoid Mentholated E-Cigarettes
As vaping gains popularity, a critical gap in understanding its impact on pregnancy persists. New research from the University of California, Riverside has unveiled alarming evidence about menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes posing potential risks to unborn babies. Published in STEM CELLS Translational Medicine, the study leveraged human embryonic stem cells (hESCs) to investigate the effects of…
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Lupus-Related Antibody Offers New Hope for Hard-to-Treat Cancers
In a groundbreaking study, Yale University scientists have identified a promising new way to activate immune responses against certain difficult-to-treat tumors. The research, published in Science Signaling, reveals that a lupus-related antibody can infiltrate “cold” tumors, which typically evade the immune system, and activate an immune response. “It turns out when this antibody gets into…
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Postpartum Mothers Prefer Cooler Temperatures Due to Brain Changes, Study Finds
In an innovative breakthrough, researchers from Baylor College of Medicine and collaborating institutions have unearthed significant findings regarding postpartum females’ temperature preferences, linking them to specific brain changes. The study, published in the journal Molecular Metabolism, suggests that postpartum female mice prefer cooler environments due to alterations in the neurons of the preoptic area, a…
