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Researchers examine efficiency of non-invasive brain stimulation for memory improvement

A group of scientists from the Research Center of Neurology and Skoltech showed that human working memory can be tweaked using non-invasive magnetic stimulation of the brain. Also, they discovered that the effect of magnetic stimulation weakens as the brain works on a cognitive task under stimulation.

25 Mar 2020

New modeling study estimates impact of physical distancing in reducing SARS-CoV-2 spread

A new modeling study conducted in a simulated Singapore setting has estimated that a combined approach of physical distancing interventions, comprising quarantine (for infected individuals and their families), school closure, and workplace distancing, is most effective at reducing the number of SARS-CoV-2 cases compared with other intervention scenarios included in the study.

25 Mar 2020

Scientists discover tuberculosis bacterium channels vitamins into the cell

A new study published in the journal Nature in March 2020 reports a unique transport protein found within the tubercle bacillus, Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This huge membrane-spanning vesicular protein is different from other transport proteins and is instrumental in carrying hydrophilic molecules, notably vitamin B12 or cobalamin, across the cell membrane.

24 Mar 2020

Having a bath regularly reduces risk of cardiovascular disease

A new study, published online in the journal Heart in March 2020, reports that with hot water, it seems to be a case of washing away health problems – literally. As a result, the more a person uses hot tubs, the better in terms of cardiovascular health. In other words, soaking in hot water daily improves heart health more than having a hot tub once or twice a day.

24 Mar 2020

More men may not necessarily mean more problems, FSU study finds

Men are more prone to competitive risk taking and violent behavior, so what happens when the number of men is greater than the number of women in a population?

24 Mar 2020

Co-occurring contaminants in groundwater may heighten health risks for North Carolinians

Contaminants that occur together naturally in groundwater under certain geological conditions may heighten health risks for millions of North Carolinians whose drinking water comes from private wells, and current safety regulations don't address the problem, a new Duke University study finds.

24 Mar 2020

One in five childhood deaths in England and Wales still due to infection

A new study published in the journal Archives of Diseases of Childhood in March 2020 reveals that despite a drop to less than half, compared to 25 years ago, infection is still a cause of significant mortality among children. The most common cause of infection-related deaths in this age group are respiratory infections.

24 Mar 2020

Older adults are more emotionally stable and better at resisting temptations

The stereotype of grumpy old people apparently doesn't hold up under closer inspection. A new study from Duke and Vanderbilt University psychologists finds that older people are generally more emotionally stable and better able to resist temptations in their daily lives.

24 Mar 2020

Northwestern researcher receives NSF RAPID grant to develop self-sanitizing face mask

A Northwestern University researcher has received funding to develop a new self-sanitizing medical face mask that deactivates viruses on contact.

24 Mar 2020

Detailed map of human tongue microbiome

A new study published in the journal Cell Reports in March 2020 reports the use of advanced and rapid spectral imaging techniques to develop a detailed map of microbial communities on the human tongue. The research will help to understand how such communities grow and form organized patterns.

24 Mar 2020

German scientists test TB vaccine against coronavirus

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) had taken a toll on the world, affecting 168 countries and more than 417,000 people. So far, more than 18,600 people have died due to complications of the disease. Scientists across the globe race to develop the first vaccine against the novel coronavirus.

24 Mar 2020

Step count matters - lowers risk of death

A new study shows that wearing a device that measures the number of steps taken over the course of the day reduces the overall death rate in US adults. The study was published in the journal JAMA in March 2020.

24 Mar 2020

Quality of diet among young Americans remains poor

Poor diet is a significant contributor to chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, cancer, obesity, and diabetes accounting for early mortality. A new study published in the journal JAMA in March 2020 shows that dietary deficiency is both prevalent and pathogenic in today’s young America.

24 Mar 2020

Researchers propose a stopgap measure to help Covid-19 patients in respiratory distress

Researchers at MIT and the University of Colorado at Denver have proposed a stopgap measure that they believe could help Covid-19 patients who are in acute respiratory distress.

24 Mar 2020

Vaporized cannabis increases drug-seeking behavior, study shows

Rats with regular access to cannabis seek more of the substance and tend to show increased drug-seeking behavior when cannabis is absent.

24 Mar 2020

Research team identifies a molecule that directs neurons

The habenula is a small region at the centre of the brain, but is crucial for people's lives. It is made up of groups of nerve cells that control the "neurotransmitters" of the brain, that is to say substances like dopamine, noradrenaline and serotonin.

24 Mar 2020

Study: Bacterial protein fragment instigates lung tissue death in pulmonary fibrosis

A bacterial protein fragment instigates lung tissue death in pulmonary fibrosis, a mysterious disease affecting millions of people worldwide, according to a new study from researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Mie University in Japan.

24 Mar 2020

Nearly all older Americans support including dental coverage in Medicare

Nearly all older Americans support adding a dental benefit to the Medicare program that covers most people over age 65, according to a new national poll that also reveals how often costs get in the way of oral health for older adults.

24 Mar 2020

Cannabidiol helps fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria

Since the discovery of penicillin in 1928 by Sir Alexander Fleming, antibiotics have saved millions of lives from fatal infections world-wide. However, with time bacteria have developed mechanisms to escape the effects of antibiotics - they have become resistant.

24 Mar 2020

Commonly used mouthwash increases lactate-producing bacteria that lower saliva pH

The first study looking at the effect of chlorhexidine mouthwash on the entire oral microbiome has found its use significantly increases the abundance of lactate-producing bacteria that lower saliva pH, and may increase the risk of tooth damage.

24 Mar 2020

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Researchers examine efficiency of non-invasive brain stimulation for memory improvement

New modeling study estimates impact of physical distancing in reducing SARS-CoV-2 spread

Scientists discover tuberculosis bacterium channels vitamins into the cell

Having a bath regularly reduces risk of cardiovascular disease

More men may not necessarily mean more problems, FSU study finds

Co-occurring contaminants in groundwater may heighten health risks for North Carolinians

One in five childhood deaths in England and Wales still due to infection

Older adults are more emotionally stable and better at resisting temptations

Northwestern researcher receives NSF RAPID grant to develop self-sanitizing face mask

Detailed map of human tongue microbiome

German scientists test TB vaccine against coronavirus

Step count matters - lowers risk of death

Quality of diet among young Americans remains poor

Researchers propose a stopgap measure to help Covid-19 patients in respiratory distress

Vaporized cannabis increases drug-seeking behavior, study shows

Research team identifies a molecule that directs neurons

Study: Bacterial protein fragment instigates lung tissue death in pulmonary fibrosis

Nearly all older Americans support including dental coverage in Medicare

Cannabidiol helps fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria

Commonly used mouthwash increases lactate-producing bacteria that lower saliva pH

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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