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How do sex hormones and birth control affect brain fear circuits?

Researchers explores how oral contraceptive pill use interacts with the current hormonal status to affect the fear circuit structure within the brain.

9 Nov 2023

New research finds father's prenatal mental health may benefit child's behavior and IQ

The association between paternal mental health and a child's development during middle childhood.

9 Nov 2023

New hope for preventing preterm births: IL-6R blockade reduces neonatal mortality

The role of interleukin (IL)-6 and IL-1α in sterile intraamniotic inflammation (SIAI), a condition associated with preterm birth (PTB).

9 Nov 2023

Achieve stress-free pipetting with INTEGRA Biosciences’ new eBook

INTEGRA Biosciences is pleased to announce the release of a new eBook providing a complete guide to pipetting. Liquid handling protocols form the backbone of many life sciences workflows, and mastering correct pipetting practices plays a vital role in obtaining reliable experimental results.

From INTEGRA Biosciences 9 Nov 2023

Inhibitory interneurons play a crucial role in fear memory expression and recall

Memory, a fundamental tool for our survival, is closely linked with how we encode, recall, and respond to external stimuli.

8 Nov 2023

Scientists unravel the mystery of how cells keep glutathione levels in check

If a delivery person leaves a package on your front step without pinging you, you likely won't know it's there.

8 Nov 2023

Teen-led study sheds light on the pervasive vaping culture and seeks paths for intervention

In a Canadian study, teenage researchers engaged their peers in focus groups to explore the realities of teenage vaping, uncovering troubling trends in usage and access but also identifying potential strategies for effective anti-vaping interventions.

7 Nov 2023

Daily fetal heart rate monitoring recommended for pregnant women with high anti-SSA/Ro antibodies

Physicians who care for pregnant women have long sought to identify which of their patients would most likely benefit from monitoring of their fetus's heart rate to catch early signs of their unborn child developing heart problems tied to the mother's immune system.

7 Nov 2023

Study shows why only a subset of individuals exposed to trauma develop PTSD

A study by researchers at EPFL shows why only a subset of individuals exposed to trauma develop posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

7 Nov 2023

New insights into the pathogenesis of chronic liver diseases

Fatty liver diseases (FLD) have become a significant health concern worldwide, affecting millions. The two most common types of FLD are non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and alcoholic-associated liver disease (ALD). NAFLD is associated with obesity, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome, while ALD is caused by excessive alcohol consumption.

7 Nov 2023

New rapid test for sperm damage may predict embryonic aneuploidy and improve reproductive outcomes

A rapid diagnostic method for double-strand breaks (DSBs), Sperm deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) Fragmentation (SDF) Releasing Assay (SDFR).

7 Nov 2023

Gut health linked to Alzheimer's disease progression, experts urge dietary shift

The interactions between the gut microbiome, lipids, and Alzheimer’s disease (AD).

7 Nov 2023

Probiotics paired with metformin could be a game-changer in type 2 diabetes control

Probiotic supplementation shows promise in managing type 2 diabetes by improving glycemic control, particularly when combined with metformin, although results vary based on probiotic composition and regimen.

6 Nov 2023

Novel scale effectively measures pandemic-related stress in children and adults

The Pandemic-related Traumatic Stress Scale (PTSS) can be used to effectively measure stress related to the COVID-19 pandemic and identify children and adults with higher levels of stress who may need additional mental health support, according to a new study funded by the Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes Program (ECHO) at the National Institutes of Health.

6 Nov 2023

Transgender adults in rural US more likely to have cardiovascular disease risk factors

Transgender adults living in the rural Appalachian area of the U.S., were more likely to have cardiovascular disease risk factors, like tobacco use, obesity and high blood pressure, thank their cisgender peers, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2023.

6 Nov 2023

Two reproductive health conditions associated with increasing cardiovascular disease risk in women

Two reproductive health conditions common in women, polycystic ovary syndrome and dysmenorrhea, are each associated with increasing cardiovascular disease risk, according to two preliminary studies to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2023.

6 Nov 2023

Depression, anxiety and chronic stress increase risk for heart and brain health complications

The heart and mind are strongly connected, with depression, anxiety and chronic stress all increasing the risk for heart and brain health complications, according to two preliminary studies to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2023.

6 Nov 2023

Stress News and Research

How do sex hormones and birth control affect brain fear circuits?

New research finds father's prenatal mental health may benefit child's behavior and IQ

New hope for preventing preterm births: IL-6R blockade reduces neonatal mortality

Achieve stress-free pipetting with INTEGRA Biosciences’ new eBook

Inhibitory interneurons play a crucial role in fear memory expression and recall

Scientists unravel the mystery of how cells keep glutathione levels in check

Teen-led study sheds light on the pervasive vaping culture and seeks paths for intervention

Daily fetal heart rate monitoring recommended for pregnant women with high anti-SSA/Ro antibodies

Study shows why only a subset of individuals exposed to trauma develop PTSD

New insights into the pathogenesis of chronic liver diseases

New rapid test for sperm damage may predict embryonic aneuploidy and improve reproductive outcomes

Gut health linked to Alzheimer's disease progression, experts urge dietary shift

Probiotics paired with metformin could be a game-changer in type 2 diabetes control

Novel scale effectively measures pandemic-related stress in children and adults

Transgender adults in rural US more likely to have cardiovascular disease risk factors

Two reproductive health conditions associated with increasing cardiovascular disease risk in women

Depression, anxiety and chronic stress increase risk for heart and brain health complications

Work from home: a mixed blessing for parents' health during COVID-19?

Science says teens need more sleep. So why is it so hard to start school later?

Can PTSD deteriorate women's cardiovascular and neurological health?

Designing fluidic architecture for scalable diagnostic platforms

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

Expanding access to NMR with the Fourier 80 Duo

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