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High-fat, high-sugar diets impact cognitive functionHigh-fat, high-sugar diets impact cognitive function

High-fat, high-sugar diets impact cognitive function

New research from the University of Sydney links fatty, sugary diets to impaired brain function. The findings build on a…

2 days ago
Exercise improves brain function, possibly reducing dementia riskExercise improves brain function, possibly reducing dementia risk

Exercise improves brain function, possibly reducing dementia risk

A study led by scientists at Rutgers University-New Brunswick has shown that specialized cells involved in how the body responds…

3 months ago
New scan method unveils lung function secretsNew scan method unveils lung function secrets

New scan method unveils lung function secrets

A new method of scanning lungs is able to show the effects of treatment on lung function in real time…

4 months ago
Long COVID brain fog linked to lung functionLong COVID brain fog linked to lung function

Long COVID brain fog linked to lung function

In patients with long COVID, lower pulmonary gas exchange may be associated with impaired cognitive function, according to a study…

5 months ago
Bystander CPR up to 10 minutes after cardiac arrest may protect brain functionBystander CPR up to 10 minutes after cardiac arrest may protect brain function

Bystander CPR up to 10 minutes after cardiac arrest may protect brain function

The sooner a lay rescuer (bystander) starts cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on a person having a cardiac arrest at home or…

5 months ago
Protein shakeup: Researchers uncover new function of a protein that may unlock age-related illnessesProtein shakeup: Researchers uncover new function of a protein that may unlock age-related illnesses

Protein shakeup: Researchers uncover new function of a protein that may unlock age-related illnesses

McMaster University researchers have discovered a previously unknown cell-protecting function of a protein, which could open new avenues for treating…

6 months ago
Role of ophthalmic acid in motor function controlRole of ophthalmic acid in motor function control

Role of ophthalmic acid in motor function control

A research team from the University of California, Irvine is the first to reveal that a molecule in the brain…

7 months ago
Scientists solve decades long mystery of NLRC5 sensor function in cell deathScientists solve decades long mystery of NLRC5 sensor function in cell death

Scientists solve decades long mystery of NLRC5 sensor function in cell death

The innate immune system is responsible for protecting the human body from threats that could cause disease or infection. The…

10 months ago
Gonadal function in male mice disrupted by prenatal risk factorsGonadal function in male mice disrupted by prenatal risk factors

Gonadal function in male mice disrupted by prenatal risk factors

Researchers have consistently shown that prenatal exposure to Di (2-ethyhexyl) phthalate harms the reproductive system in male mice and causes…

10 months ago
Antioxidant gel preserves islet function after pancreas removalAntioxidant gel preserves islet function after pancreas removal

Antioxidant gel preserves islet function after pancreas removal

Northwestern University researchers have developed a new antioxidant biomaterial that someday could provide much-needed relief to people living with chronic…

11 months ago