Surprising Finding: New Study Yields Clues to Genetic Causes of High Cholesterol
The finding demonstrates how vital it is to ensure diversity in genetic databases. According to a recent study conducted by geneticists at the University of Pittsburgh…
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Surreal Video of Stressed Cells Helps Biologists Solve a Decades-Old Mystery
Crowded rooms: How Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh researchers solved a cell mystery. A surreal video of stressed cells under a microscope…
New Study Reveals How the Reproductive System Can Accelerate Aging and Worsen Health
The study identified the negative consequences of disrupting meiosis. A new study in an animal model of aging indicates a potential reason for why women…
Scientists Finally Discover the Cause of a Rare Brain Disease
Researchers discover a novel mechanism behind a rare brain disease. Thanks to research teams on opposite sides of the world, a rare but potentially debilitating…
Researchers Uncover Why Adults’ Hearts Don’t Regenerate
As heart cells mature in mice, the number of communication pathways called nuclear pores dramatically decreases. Although this might protect the organ from damaging signals,…
Happier and Improved Cognition: Study Finds New Benefits of Regular Activity Routines
A study finds that older adults with regular activity routines perform better on cognitive tests and are typically happier. According to a recent study performed…
Tiny Sea Creature Reveals Secrets of Immune Evolution
The tiny marine invertebrate’s genes shed new light on the immune system. According to a recent study done by experts at the University of Pittsburgh…
Scientists Discover How Cells Repair Longevity-Promoting “Recycling System”
For the first time, researchers describe a pathway by which cells repair damaged lysosomes, structures that contribute to longevity by recycling cellular trash. The discovery…
Twice As Likely To Get Divorced: Could Bariatric Surgery Ruin Your Relationship?
A study shows that bariatric surgery doubles the likelihood of getting married or getting divorced. Adults who have weight-loss surgery are more than twice as…
New Study Calls Into Question Widely-Held Alzheimer’s Beliefs
The study discovered that as Alzheimer’s disease progresses, brain levels of enzymes that regulate DNA-folding decrease. Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh, McGill University, and…
Researchers Successfully Use Bacteria-Eating Viruses To Treat Complex Lung Infections Without Side Effects
Twenty complex, antibiotic-resistant lung infections were treated by researchers using bacteria-eating viruses; there were no negative side effects, and more than half of the patients…
Age Accelerating “Zombie Cells” – A New Study Sheds Light on These Unique Cells
Researchers have found a new pathway for the buildup of “zombie cells,” which promote aging. Senescent cells, or cells that have lost their ability to divide,…
Scientists Discover Biological Differences Between Liberals and Conservatives
Research reveals that partisan views have biological roots. According to the largest study of its type, brain scans of individuals obtained as they engaged in…
Powerful Brain Protection Against Stroke From Fast-Acting Immune Cells
A unique subset of white blood cells confers fast-acting and lasting protection against ischemic stroke in mice. An ischemic stroke is when blood clots or…
Poor Sleep Found To Be Associated With Reduced Cognitive Function
The study adds to the body of evidence concerning the relationship between sleep and cognition. A new study found that among a sample of low-income…
From Ibuprofen to Fentanyl: How Do Painkillers Actually Kill Pain?
While pain can be horrible, it serves a useful purpose. Without the ability to feel pain, life is more dangerous. To avoid injury, pain tells…
Gaining Weight While Pregnant Can Raise Your Risk of Heart Disease
Excessive gestational weight gain raises the risk of maternal cardiovascular disease In the United States, heart disease is the leading cause of death. The phrase…
Engineers Create Tiny Robot “Bugs” That Can Go Just About Anywhere
University of Pittsburgh Engineers Create Insect-Inspired Robots That Can Monitor Hard-to-Reach Spots. These ancient creatures can squeeze through the tiniest cracks, fit snugly into tight…
