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Researchers share evidence that people's attitudes are deeply woven into language and culture across the globe and centuries. In a new study, published in Social Psychological and Personality Science, researchers share evidence that people's attitudes are deeply woven into language and culture across the globe and centuries. The researchers looked at connections between people's attitudes

Researchers have discovered another factor that affects the composition of the gut microbiome: time of day. Our bodies are inhabited by trillions of microorganisms, with specific microbes unique to each individual. Through experimentation, scientists have pinpointed certain factors that account for variation in the gut: diet, living conditions, exercise and maternal line. Now, scientists at

Researchers have developed a python-tooth-inspired device as a supplement to current rotator cuff suture repair, and found that it nearly doubled repair strength. Their biomimetic approach following the design of python teeth helps to reattach tendons to bone more securely. The device not only augments the strength of the repair but can also be customized

Traditional methods to assess balance often suffer from subjectivity, aren't comprehensive enough and can't be administered remotely. They also are expensive and require specialized equipment and clinical expertise. Using wearable sensors and advanced machine learning algorithms, researchers offer a practical and cost-effective solution for capturing detailed movement data, essential for balance analysis. This approach is

Nearly half of long-term antidepressant users can quit the drugs with GP support and access to internet or telephone helplines alone, a study has revealed. More than ten per cent of adults in the UK are taking antidepressants for depression with more than half using them for longer than two years, according to NHS figures.

Mathematicians ave put forward a hypothesis which suggests that the reason male mammals don't breastfeed might be driven by the rich community of microbes that lives in breast milk and which plays an important part in establishing the gut microbiome of the infant. Being nursed by a single parent could be an evolutionary strategy to

Scientists have developed a gene-silencing tool that shows promise as a therapy against fatal prion diseases. The tool, a streamlined epigenetic editor, paves the way for a new class of genetic approaches to treat certain diseases. Drug development is typically slow: the pipeline from basic research discoveries that provide the basis for a new drug

Chemists detail a new porous material that is less expensive and more sustainable. For a broad range of industries, separating gases is an important part of both process and product -- from separating nitrogen and oxygen from air for medical purposes to separating carbon dioxide from other gases in the process of carbon capture or

AL (immunoglobulin light chain) amyloidosis is a rare disease that often results in progressive organ dysfunction, organ failure and eventual death. Clonal plasma cells in the bone marrow secrete free light chains into circulation. These light chains are part of immunoglobulins, also called antibodies. But in this disease, light chains misfold and aggregate into amyloid

Neuroscientists have discovered how the brain bidirectionally controls sensitivity to threats to initiate and complete escape behaviour in mice. These findings could help unlock new directions for discovering therapies for anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Neuroscientists have discovered how the brain bidirectionally controls sensitivity to threats to initiate and complete escape behaviour in mice.

Study focused on the role of a protein called prestin in the cochlea, which plays a crucial role in the amplification of sound signals. By genetically engineering mice to have an overexpression of prestin, the researchers were able to significantly enhance the mice's ability to hear faint sounds. This groundbreaking research not only paves the way for potential treatments for hidden hearing loss in humans but also sheds light on the underlying mechanisms of hearing amplification. The findings of this study have the potential to revolutionize our understanding of hearing loss and lead to innovative therapies for those affected

Diego have successfully demonstrated the potential of this groundbreaking microrobot therapy in the fight against IBD. With its non-invasive nature and promising results, this innovative treatment could revolutionize the way we approach and manage the disease. This post explores the remarkable potential of this cutting-edge technology and its implications for the future of IBD treatment