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Human physiology is the science of the mechanical, physical, and biochemical functions of humans in good health, their organs, and the cells of which they are composed. The principal level of focus of physiology is at the level of organs and systems. Most aspects of human physiology are closely homologous to corresponding aspects of animal physiology, and animal experimentation has provided much of the foundation of physiological knowledge. Anatomy and physiology are closely related fields of study: anatomy, the study of form, and physiology, the study of function, are intrinsically tied and are studied in tandem as part of a medical curriculum.

Intelligent neuro-orthosis could benefit patients with limited hand function

Patients with limited hand function are soon set to benefit from an intelligent neuro-orthosis that will enable them to lead independent lives again. Prof. Dr. Alessandro Del Vecchio, a neuroscientist at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), is working on this aim in two new projects and has received over 1.3 million euros of funding from the Free State of Bavaria.

30 Jun 2023

A new law is supposed to protect pregnant workers — but what if we don’t know how?

Vanessa Langness had always been a bit worried about the chemicals she worked with as a biomedical researcher, but when she got pregnant in October, her concerns grew.

30 Jun 2023

New atlas offers a way to identify the deep mechanisms of cancer

An atlas that catalogs gene activity and the levels of small molecules called metabolites in tumor samples offers a new way of identifying the deep mechanisms of cancer, according to researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

29 Jun 2023

Elucidating the role of the gut-brain-axis in autism

The study investigates the relationship between the gut and the brain in autism spectrum disorder (ASD), identifying microbial profiles and metabolic products associated with ASD phenotypes, dietary patterns, and inflammation. The findings provide insights into the role of the gut-brain axis in ASD and its potential impact on understanding and managing the disorder.

28 Jun 2023

Smart Cuff: A single device to measure multiple cardiac functions

Surgical and intensive care patients face a higher risk of death and longer hospital stays because they are susceptible to both hypotension and hemodynamic instability – or unstable blood flow.

26 Jun 2023

Study sheds new light on the relationship between gut microbiome and autism

The biological roots of autism continue to perplex researchers, despite a growing body of studies looking at an increasing array of genetic, cellular and microbial data.

26 Jun 2023

Scientists discover new way to create lasting immunity against diarrheal diseases

Worldwide, more than a million deaths occur each year due to diarrheal diseases that lead to dehydration and malnutrition.

23 Jun 2023

Blood-brain barrier model may lead to prevention of meningitis in newborns

Investigators in Israel and Italy have developed a model of the blood-brain barrier, studies of which may lead to prevention of meningitis in newborns.

22 Jun 2023

Uncovering Hidden Diversity in Human Gut Anatomy

In this interview, we spoke to researchers involved in a recent study that found significant variation in the anatomy of human guts.

22 Jun 2023

Scientists uncover molecular mechanism contributing to defective heart development in Down syndrome

Infants born with Down syndrome, the genetic condition caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21, or trisomy 21, are highly predisposed to congenital heart defects.

21 Jun 2023

Lullabies strike a chord: Singing to babies strengthens Bonds and boosts development

Live parental infant-directed singing has positive impacts on infants' emotional regulation, validation of the parent's role, and affect attunement, as identified in a systematic review of 21 studies. Benefits are observed in typically developing infants born at full term.

21 Jun 2023

Research explains mechanisms behind anti-viral protection in hemochorial placentas

Give credit to your dad's gene for keeping you safe during those long months in your mother's womb.

20 Jun 2023

New treatment could be instrumental in restoring the blood-brain barrier's normal function

There's a bouncer in everyone: The blood-brain barrier, a layer of cells between blood vessels and the rest of the brain, kicks out toxins, pathogens and other undesirables that can sabotage the brain's precious gray matter.

20 Jun 2023

Genetic mechanisms that underlie healthy high-elevation pregnancies may have deep evolutionary roots

Pregnancy at high elevations often is associated with low birth weights and other complications. These challenges occur in a wide range of mammals, from deer mice to human beings.

16 Jun 2023

Aging impacts cellular composition across the whole fly: Study

As the body ages, organ function progressively declines and the risk for a wide range of diseases, including cardiovascular disease, cancer and neurodegenerative diseases, increases. Understanding how the body ages is an intense area of research as it will potentially illuminate ways to promote healthy aging.

16 Jun 2023

Physiology News and Research

Intelligent neuro-orthosis could benefit patients with limited hand function

A new law is supposed to protect pregnant workers — but what if we don’t know how?

New atlas offers a way to identify the deep mechanisms of cancer

Elucidating the role of the gut-brain-axis in autism

Smart Cuff: A single device to measure multiple cardiac functions

Study sheds new light on the relationship between gut microbiome and autism

Scientists discover new way to create lasting immunity against diarrheal diseases

Blood-brain barrier model may lead to prevention of meningitis in newborns

Uncovering Hidden Diversity in Human Gut Anatomy

Scientists uncover molecular mechanism contributing to defective heart development in Down syndrome

Lullabies strike a chord: Singing to babies strengthens Bonds and boosts development

Research explains mechanisms behind anti-viral protection in hemochorial placentas

New treatment could be instrumental in restoring the blood-brain barrier's normal function

Genetic mechanisms that underlie healthy high-elevation pregnancies may have deep evolutionary roots

Aging impacts cellular composition across the whole fly: Study

Moderate exercise can influence the inflammatory responses of macrophages, research shows

Promising emerging treatment for cardiac arrest patients yields similar results to targeted standard care

Analyzing the role of ACSL4 in quadruple negative breast cancer

Strongest genetic risk factors for Viking disease are inherited from Neanderthals

Study reveals impressive skin benefits of blueberries

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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