Cell impact often overlooked in revealed brain function
A type of cell often ignored in the brain plays a dynamic and surprisingly complex role in our ability to… Read More »Cell impact often overlooked in revealed brain function
High fat and high sugar diets impact cognitive function
New research from Sydney University links fat and sugary diets with deteriorated brain function. The findings are based on a… Read More »High fat and high sugar diets impact cognitive function
Exercise improves brain function and possibly reduces dementia risk
A study led by scientists at Rutgers University in New Brunswick has shown that specialized cells involved in how the… Read More »Exercise improves brain function and possibly reduces dementia risk
New scanning method reveals secrets of lung function
A new method of lung scanning can show the effects of treatment on lung function in real time and allow… Read More »New scanning method reveals secrets of lung function
New insights into sleep uncover key mechanisms linked to cognitive function
While it is well known that sleep improves cognitive performance, the underlying neural mechanisms, particularly those related to non-rapid eye… Read More »New insights into sleep uncover key mechanisms linked to cognitive function
Bystander CPR up to 10 minutes after cardiac arrest can protect brain function
The sooner a lay rescuer (bystander) begins cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on a person in cardiac arrest at home or in… Read More »Bystander CPR up to 10 minutes after cardiac arrest can protect brain function
Protein shake: Researchers discover new function of a protein that can unlock age-related diseases
Researchers at McMaster University have discovered a previously unknown cell-protective function of a protein, which could open new avenues for… Read More »Protein shake: Researchers discover new function of a protein that can unlock age-related diseases
Role of ophthalmic acid in the control of motor function.
A research team at the University of California, Irvine is the first to reveal that a molecule in the brain,… Read More »Role of ophthalmic acid in the control of motor function.
Gonadal function in male mice altered by prenatal risk factors
Researchers have consistently shown that prenatal exposure to di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate damages the reproductive system in male mice and causes fertility… Read More »Gonadal function in male mice altered by prenatal risk factors
Antioxidant gel preserves islet function after pancreas removal
Researchers at Northwestern University have developed a new antioxidant biomaterial that could one day provide much-needed relief to people living… Read More »Antioxidant gel preserves islet function after pancreas removal