Breaking the Cycle – How Sleep Spindles Can Help With PTSD
A recent study has revealed that sleep spindles, which are brief bursts of brain activity captured by EEG during a specific stage of sleep, may…
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Unlocking New Smells – A Game-Changing Breakthrough in the World of Scents
The first molecular images of olfaction have opened the door to creating new smells. Scientists from UC San Francisco (UCSF) have accomplished a significant breakthrough…
New Research Reveals How High Altitude Changes Your Body’s Metabolism
When mice are subjected to sustained, low levels of oxygen similar to those found at an altitude of 4,500 meters, their metabolism changes. In comparison…
New Analysis Shows Child Drug Use Could Be Twice As High as We Think
Experts suggest that in future substance use studies, both survey and hair analysis results should be integrated for better results. Hair analysis may hold the…
Common Childhood Viruses Linked to Severe Hepatitis Outbreak
A recent study led by researchers at UC San Francisco is making progress in uncovering the reasons behind a puzzling outbreak of acute severe hepatitis…
Excessive Screen Time in Preteens Linked to Suicidal Behavior
Engaging in activities such as watching videos, playing video games, texting, and video chatting has been linked to an increased risk of suicidal behaviors. A…
Warning: Sleep Medications May Increase Your Chances of Dementia
Do Sleep Medications Increase Your Chances of Dementia? University of California, San Francisco-Led study shows benzos, antidepressants, and Ambien may impact cognition. A new scientific…
Limitless Possibilities – AI Technology Generates Original Proteins From Scratch
A natural language model has jumpstarted the process of protein design by creating active enzymes. Researchers have developed an AI system that can generate artificial…
New Study: Evolution of Uniquely Human DNA Was a Delicate Balancing Act
Many alterations to the genomes of early humans had opposing effects, likely due to a delicate balance between enhanced cognitive abilities and an increased risk…
The Surprising Link Between Sexual Orientation and Stroke Risk
A study suggests that higher rates of stroke are driven by non-traditional factors. According to a small study in San Francisco, individuals who identify as…
Cancer Conundrum Solved: Researchers Unravel a Population of ‘Cheating’ Cells
The study provides answers to multiple conundrums about cancer, while also uncovering new areas for further research. Scientists at the University of Connecticut Health, Yale…
Unlocking the Secrets of Cellular Uptake: Revolutionary Discovery Paves Way for New Cancer and Disease Treatments
Revolutionary bitopic inhibitors pave the way for innovative disease treatment strategies. The development of drugs is a balancing act between making sure the drug is…
Exploring the Inner Workings of Human Cells – Database of 200,000 Cell Images Yields New Mathematical Framework
Researchers unveil a new method to visualize cell organization. Working with hundreds of thousands of high-resolution images, researchers from the Allen Institute for Cell Science,…
Love Potion #9: Study Challenges “Love Hormone” Oxytocin’s Reputation As the Key To Pair Bonding
Removing the Oxytocin Receptor Does Not Interfere with Monogamy or Giving Birth Turning a decades-old dogma on its head, new research from scientists at University…
Supercharged T Cells: A New Way To Kill Pancreatic Cancer With Minimal Side Effects
A new immunotherapy releases cancer-killing cytokines only within the tumor. Researchers at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) have developed a new T cell-based…
How Artificial Intelligence Found the Words To Kill Cancer Cells
A predictive model has been developed that enables researchers to encode instructions for cells to execute. Scientists at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)…
Watching Videos and Playing Video Games Can Increase Children’s Risk of OCD
A new study links screen time to OCD. A recent national study led by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) published in…
For the First Time: Doctors Have Successfully Treated a Fetus With a Devastating Genetic Disorder
The toddler is thriving after the loss of their siblings who had the same disorder. For the first time ever, physicians have successfully treated a…
