Biomarker discovery may pave the way for early diagnosis of Parkinson’s
A team led by researchers at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, has succeeded in identifying biomarkers for Parkinson’s…
New nanomaterial kills cancer cells via oxidative stress
Scientists at Oregon State University have developed a new nanomaterial that triggers a pair of chemical reactions inside…
A “Worry List” Could Be The Anti-Stress Hack You Need
The next time you feel stressed, don’t let your worries hang out in your head. That’s where they…
Wildfire smoke significantly raises stroke risk among older adults
People exposed to wildfire smoke have a higher risk of suffering a stroke, according to research published in…
Blend of reishi and four other mushrooms could reduce anxiety, says 12-week RCT
There were also significant reductions in physical fatigue. The mix, commercially available under the name Restake, consists of…
Camera-based technology measures cardiopulmonary coupling without physical sensors
From a physiological perspective, heartbeats and breathing do not operate independently in the human body. Cardiac rhythm varies…
Sedentary adulthood increases biological stress levels by middle age
Prolonged insufficient physical activity in adulthood increases the body’s stress burden, according to a large longitudinal study…
Wildfire smoke in late pregnancy may raise autism risk
A study of more than 200,000 mother-child pairs finds that repeated days of wildfire smoke during late pregnancy…
Unlocking microbial secrets for health on Earth and beyond
Microorganisms live in biofilms – the equivalent of microbial “cities”- everywhere on Earth. These city-like structures protect and…
Sperm RNA aging shift that may explain paternal age effects
A newly revealed “aging cliff” in sperm RNA marks a conserved molecular transition from youth to later life,…
Algae may help meet future protein demand without straining the planet
From high-quality protein to omega-3s and antioxidants, algae emerge as a promising but carefully qualified solution for future…
Teen girls who play organized sports show lower breast cancer risk biomarkers
A study of Black and Hispanic adolescent girls shows that even modest participation in organized sports is associated…