How to freeze bottles without making a mess
Have you ever left a bottle of liquid in the freezer, only to find it cracked or shattered? To save you from tedious freezer cleanups, researchers at the University of…
Stem cell trial for early Alzheimer’ s disease begins at UTHealth Houston
A stem cell therapy trial aimed at reducing neuroinflammation in patients with presymptomatic Alzheimer’s disease is underway at UTHealth Houston. In Alzheimer’s disease, deposits of beta-amyloid and tau lead to…
Oxytocin system of breastfeeding affected in mothers with postnatal depression
The oxytocin system – which helps release breast milk and strengthens the bond between mother and baby – may be affected during breastfeeding in mothers experiencing postnatal depression, finds a…
YouTube influencers: gaming’s best friend or worst enemy?
YouTube influencers are shaping the gaming industry in unexpected ways, and a new study in the INFORMS journal Marketing Science uncovers the surprising truth: Although influencers can drive massive engagement…
GIFs helping footballers to sleep better
A recent study led by the University of Kent’s School of Natural Sciences has found that short animations known as GIFs (Graphic Interchange Format) can improve the sleep of professional…
ITSN1 gene linked to substantial risk of Parkinson’s disease
A new study published in Cell Reports reveals a breakthrough discovery linking genetic variants in the gene ITSN1 to a significantly elevated risk of Parkinson’s disease, a neurodegenerative condition that…
Tattoos may be linked to an increased risk of cancer
People often put a lot of thought into getting a tattoo. But there’s one thing most people forget to think about—what impact the tattoo might have on their health in…
Airlines with more women at the top are more efficient
The aviation sector was one of those hardest hit by the restrictions in place during the Covid pandemic. Research led by the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) analysed the efficiency…
AI accelerates discovery of neurodevelopmental disorder-associated genes
Researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) approach that accelerates the identification of genes that contribute to neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, epilepsy and developmental delay. This new…
Researchers identify potential link between retinal changes, Alzheimer’s disease
A team of scientists at the Indiana University School of Medicine has identified that an eye condition affecting the retina, the light-sensing tissue in the back of the eye, may…