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Your brain isn't the only part of the body that makes memories
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"This discovery opens new doors for understanding how memory works and could lead to better ways to enhance learning and treat memory problems."
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Harsh parenting during preschool can affect kid brains later
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Early exposure to harsh parenting during preschool years can have widespread effects on the organization of the entire brain’s communication.
on Nov 8
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Energy drinks may be damaging your heart
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Energy drinks are growing in popularity as an alternative pick-me-up to coffee, but they may not be good for your heart;
on Nov 8
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Nasal spray could treat Alzheimer's disease
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Researchers are exploring a new therapy to delay the progression of Alzheimer's disease. It could be delivered in the form of a nasal spray.
on Nov 8
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Small cuts in meat production may offer big climate benefits
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Eliminating a fraction of current beef production could remove three years' worth of global fossil fuel emissions.
on Nov 8
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4 tips for safer trick-or-treating this Halloween
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Experts have a few safety tips so you can make sure your child has a great time trick-or-treating this Halloween.
on Oct 30
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3 neurons may control your decision to eat
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It turns out that the neural circuit behind the jaw movement most essential to survival—eating—is surprisingly simple.
on Oct 30
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Your brain processes short messages super quickly
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New research suggests "the human brain's processing capacity for language may be much faster than what we might think."
on Oct 30
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How does legal weed affect mental health prescriptions?
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Legal cannabis access has a complex effect on prescription fill rates for mental health medications, new research shows.
on Oct 30
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When are heat waves climate change's fault?
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When is a heat wave just a heat wave, and when is it climate change? New research digs into a 2023 heat wave as a test case.
on Oct 30
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Watch out for these Halloween candy safety hazards
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An expert explains the health concerns around Halloween candy to make sure you and your kids have a safe and spooky holiday.
on Oct 30
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Thermal imaging tech could keep produce fresher
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Thermal imaging may help fruits and veggies stay fresher for longer periods of time, according to a new review.
on Oct 30
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People don't like stories they think AI wrote
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"AI is good at writing something that is consistent, logical, and coherent. But it is still weaker at writing engaging stories than people are."
on Oct 30
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Democrats and Republicans agree on censoring hate speech
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Democrats and Republicans generally agree on what to censor when it comes to the target, source and severity of hate speech, research finds.
on Oct 26
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Brain difference tied to autism found in living people for 1st time
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"As simple as our findings sound, this is something that has eluded our field for the past 80 years."
on Oct 24
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Quick exercise bursts enhance cognitive function
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New research finds that bursts of exercise, like cycling or HIIT workouts, can improve memory, attention, and other cognitive functions.
on Oct 23
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Playing with your kid shapes how they interact with others
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A new study suggests that interactions between caregivers and their children may serve as practice for new social situations for kids.
on Oct 23
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How to cope with election stress and anxiety
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An expert breaks down how you can deal with stress about this year's presidential election.
on Oct 23
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Older adults keep their cool in hot weather
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A study found that older adults became more uncomfortable in high heat sooner, but it didn't affect their moods as much as younger folks.
on Oct 23
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Masculinity concerns can keep men from forgiving coworkers
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The more men are concerned about appearing masculine, the less likely they will forgive a coworker for a transgression, new research finds.
on Oct 23
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More weight-loss drug access could save 40k lives yearly
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"Expanding access to these medications is not just a matter of improving treatment options but also a crucial public health intervention."
on Oct 21
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Plastic junk sounds like tasty food to some whales
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Animals like whales that hunt in the dark depths of the ocean using sonar may not be able to tell junk from squids, researchers find.
on Oct 21
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1 AirBnB tweak could help slow rising home prices
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A tax change for AirBnB could help hold down rising housing costs, researchers report.
on Oct 21
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Blood test diagnoses heart attacks in minutes, not hours
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"We were able to invent a new technology that can quickly and accurately establish if someone is having a heart attack."
on Oct 21
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Skin tone could affect how well your meds work
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A new paper offers insights into the impact of skin pigmentation on drug efficacy and safety.
on Oct 21
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Tariffs come with lots of 'unintended consequences'
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In a new study, researchers urge politicians to exercise caution when it comes to tariffs.
on Oct 18
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1 genetic mutation ups chance of having a daughter
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Researchers have detected a human genetic variant that influences the chance of having a daughter.
on Oct 18
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Big thunderstorms create a surprising amount of radiation
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"As it turns out, essentially all big thunderstorms generate gamma rays all day long in many different forms."
on Oct 5
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Apps like Uber and Lyft curb racial discrimination
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"...this technology has mitigated the effects of driver discrimination on riders. But the bigger picture is more complicated."
on Oct 5
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How to pick the right bottle of red wine
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An expert shares some helpful tips for picking the right bottle of red wine for you and fills you in on some wine basics.
on Oct 5
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An orthodontist digs into adults getting braces, explains what the signs you might need them are, and debunks myths about orthodontic care.
on Oct 5
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New drug fights tough malaria parasites
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A newly designed drug is effective against drug-sensitive and drug-resistant strains of human malaria parasites, researchers say.
on Oct 3
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Tool helps check older dogs' frailty
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"...this screen is a simple tool that owners and veterinarians can use as a starting place for discussing care options for elderly dogs."
on Oct 3
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4 questions about the dockworkers strike
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An expert explains what you need to know about the dockworkers strike and its implications for the US economy.
on Oct 3
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Age-related blindness clues may pave way for new treatments
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"This research offers hope for developing new treatments that could significantly improve the lives of millions of people affected by AMD."
on Oct 3
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Self-esteem may be key to better sex
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A new study provides interesting insights into the dynamic between self-esteem and sexual satisfaction.
on Oct 1
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Key neurons are behind sneezing and coughing
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Researchers have identified the specific neurons that trigger sneezing and coughing in mice.
on Oct 1
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A flu shot after having the flu may boost immunity
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A new study in animals suggests getting a flu shot after having the flu amplifies immunity, researchers say.
on Oct 1
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Team discovers 'item memory' brain cells
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"This knowledge now opens up new avenues for investigating memory disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease."
on Sep 30
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How does cancer hide from the immune system?
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New research shows that one particular lipid type is critical for cancer immune evasion.
on Sep 28
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Drug may boost motivation for people with depression
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"It's exciting to see how modulating inflammation can directly influence motivation, one of the most challenging symptoms to treat in depression."
on Sep 26
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Viruses inspire new way to deliver cancer drug 'cargo'
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"We're mimicking the strategies of viral particles that have been doing this effectively for millions of years."
on Sep 26
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Is virtual learning bad for school attendance?
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"It's going to be really difficult to put the genie back in the bottle in this context."
on Sep 26
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Sleep can help you avoid first impression traps
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Science proves, once again, that people are easily deceived by first impressions. But sleep can help, researchers say.
on Sep 26
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New therapy may improve spinal cord injury recovery
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Researchers have designed, in mice, an way to minimize the damage from a spinal cord injury through the use of engineered immune cells.
on Sep 26
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When food gets scarce, how do animals eat enough?
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"It turns out that while species eat similar categories of food, their diets differ from one another in cryptic and nuanced ways."
on Sep 26
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New OLED may pave way for night vision glasses
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A new device amplifies and converts near infrared light into visible light. It could help replace bulky night vision goggles.
on Sep 24
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Antidepressant may treat deadly brain cancer
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Researchers have found a substance that effectively combats glioblastomas, at least in the laboratory: an antidepressant called vortioxetine.
on Sep 24
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Browser add-ons could be collecting your private data
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Thousands of browser extensions extract sensitive data without explicit user consent, according to new research.
on Sep 24
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Why are fewer people volunteering?
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"One general high-level finding is that local economic conditions matter for volunteering. That's something we can't ignore."
on Sep 24