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Psilocybin use initiates hyperconnectivity in the brain linked to ego-modifying effects

A new study shows that the use of psilocybin, a compound found in the widely known "magic mushrooms," initiates a pattern of hyperconnectivity in the brain linked to the ego-modifying effects and feelings of oceanic boundlessness.

23 May 2024

Comprehensive study provides new understandings of genomic influences on neuropsychiatric disease

A new analysis has revealed detailed information about genetic variation in brain cells that could open new avenues for the targeted treatment of diseases such as schizophrenia and Alzheimer's disease.

23 May 2024

Weighted blankets ineffective for sleep improvement in maltreated children

A study by University of Houston sleep expert and psychology professor Candice Alfano has found that weighted blankets, between 5 and 10 pounds, do not improve sleep for children who have experienced various types of maltreatment including abuse or neglect.

23 May 2024

In-vivo imaging to quantify collagen morphology in preclinical melanoma models during immunotherapy

Collagen, a major component of the extracellular matrix, plays a crucial role in tumor development.

23 May 2024

Newly discovered neuron type guides retinal blood vessel formation

Scientists have known for years that a lattice of blood vessels nourishes cells in the retina that allow us to see – but it's been a mystery how the intricate structure is created.

23 May 2024

Physician-pharmacy integration not associated with change in the care of cancer patients

Integration of pharmacies with physician practices, where on-site pharmacies open at physician practice locations, is a growing trend in cancer treatment.

23 May 2024

New stem cell transplant approach may expand donor pool for high-risk blood cancer patients

A new treatment approach using an older drug may enable more patients with high-risk blood cancers to receive transplanted stem cells from unrelated, partially matched donors, according to a study conducted by researchers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and colleagues.

23 May 2024

Study confirms face masks' effectiveness in reducing disease transmission, calls for improved public understanding

Researchers reviewed the benefits, practicalities, and harms of masks and masking, finding that masks are effective in reducing respiratory disease transmission despite some adverse effects, and emphasized the need for improved public understanding and policies.

23 May 2024

Inadequate access to simple elective surgery puts more people's lives at risk, study reveals

Inadequate access to simple elective surgery in developing countries is storing up future health problems for patients and may create a spiral of future health complications putting more people's lives at risk, a new study reveals.

23 May 2024

UCLA research connects genetic risk and brain changes in autism

A groundbreaking study led by UCLA Health has unveiled the most detailed view of the complex biological mechanisms underlying autism, showing the first link between genetic risk of the disorder to observed cellular and genetic activity across different layers of the brain.

23 May 2024

Dana-Farber research reveals encouraging pregnancy outcomes for breast cancer survivors

New research by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute investigators has encouraging news for young women who have survived breast cancer and want to have children.

23 May 2024

New AI model sets benchmark in digital pathology with superior cancer diagnostics

Researchers developed Prov-GigaPath, a whole-slide pathology foundation model using a novel vision transformer architecture. The model demonstrates superior performance in mutation prediction, cancer subtyping, and vision-language tasks. It leverages large-scale real-world data from over 30,000 patients to enhance clinical diagnostics.

23 May 2024

Ketogenic diet shows promise in treating anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders, study finds

Research suggests the ketogenic diet may offer benefits in managing anxiety, depression, stress, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder, but more clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy.

23 May 2024

Prenatal bilingual exposure boosts babies' speech sensitivity, study finds

Researchers found that prenatal exposure to maternal language influences neonatal neural encoding of speech sounds, with bilingual exposure enhancing sensitivity to a broader range of frequencies. This suggests early linguistic environments shape auditory processing capabilities from birth.

23 May 2024

Mouse study finds PFAS exposure in fathers disrupts offspring's gene expression

Research reveals that preconception exposure to PFAS in male mice alters sperm methylation and affects gene expression in the liver and fat of their offspring.

23 May 2024

Cherries and berries: Nature’s sweet remedy for a healthy heart

Research paper reviews the cardiovascular benefits of phenolic compounds in cherries and berries, highlighting their potential to reduce inflammation, oxidative stress, and improve lipid profiles. Regular consumption of these fruits can significantly lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

23 May 2024

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Psilocybin use initiates hyperconnectivity in the brain linked to ego-modifying effects

Comprehensive study provides new understandings of genomic influences on neuropsychiatric disease

Weighted blankets ineffective for sleep improvement in maltreated children

In-vivo imaging to quantify collagen morphology in preclinical melanoma models during immunotherapy

Newly discovered neuron type guides retinal blood vessel formation

Physician-pharmacy integration not associated with change in the care of cancer patients

New stem cell transplant approach may expand donor pool for high-risk blood cancer patients

Study confirms face masks' effectiveness in reducing disease transmission, calls for improved public understanding

Inadequate access to simple elective surgery puts more people's lives at risk, study reveals

UCLA research connects genetic risk and brain changes in autism

Dana-Farber research reveals encouraging pregnancy outcomes for breast cancer survivors

New AI model sets benchmark in digital pathology with superior cancer diagnostics

Ketogenic diet shows promise in treating anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders, study finds

Prenatal bilingual exposure boosts babies' speech sensitivity, study finds

Mouse study finds PFAS exposure in fathers disrupts offspring's gene expression

Cherries and berries: Nature’s sweet remedy for a healthy heart

Flavonoid-rich diet slashes type 2 diabetes risk by up to 28%, new study reveals

Prenatal exposure to endocrine disruptors linked to poorer metabolic health in childhood

Study sheds light on intricate differences in the brains of people with PTSD and depression

New understanding of cancer drug's ability to prevent fat buildup in the liver

Why use light scattering to analyze proteins and viral vectors?

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