FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 16, 2022·4 min readIf You Stand Like Superman or Wonder Woman, Would You Feel Stronger?A new meta-analysis study reviews the effects of body posture on positive self-perception, reporting a dominant pose or strong upright posture can help people feel, and behave, more confidently.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 24, 2022·3 min readSwearing Can Increase Self-Confidence, Physical Strength and Risky BehaviorUsually frowned upon, researchers say swearing can increase a person's self-confidence and boost their physical strength. However, the use of profanity can also increase risk-taking behaviors.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·December 10, 2020·5 min readSmall Molecule Restores Muscle Strength and Boosts Endurance in Old MiceA single protein called 15-PGDH appears to be a master regulator of muscle function during aging. Blocking the protein in mice increased muscle strength and endurance.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 3, 2019·4 min readLiving a Stronger and Longer LifeResearchers have identified a molecule that causes the decline of motor function and increased frailty in nematodes. Targeting the molecule with paxilline helps improve motor function and longevity.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·February 1, 2017·3 min readHand Grip Test May Indicate Decline in Physical Functions For Parkinson’s PatientsHand-grip test appears to be one of the most reliable measures of physical function decline in Parkinson's patients.Read More