During vigorous exercise, the body produces large amounts of the hormone GDF15, but the quantity is not sufficient enough to affect behavior or appetite. Read More
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Analyzing patient data, artificial intelligence technology was able to predict mortality risk from COVID-19 infection with 90% accuracy. Read More
Ethnicity may play a role in the perception of bitter tastes, a new study reports. Researchers say this could be related to anatomical differences on the surface of the tongue. Read More
The smell of a cooperative rat is enough to trigger altruistic responses in other rodents. Read More
Those who work in physically demanding jobs have a 55% higher risk of developing dementia than those who have more sedentary careers. Read More
Beta2-adrenergic receptors in brown fat cells are responsible for stimulating thermogenesis. Read More
96% of patients hospitalized for coronavirus infections report experiencing PTSD as a result of their illness. Researchers also found an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders in those hospitalized for COVID-19. Read More
Neural networks that are directly responsible for the coordination of walking movements are located in the spinal cord. A specific group of neurons in the brainstem signal to the spinal cord and control direction. Read More
A newly developed peptide called Tat-P4-(C5)2 is targets and only affects nerve changes that pose a problem resulting in chronic pain. Previous studies have also shown the peptide can also reduce addiction. Read More
Administering nimodipine to mouse models of spinal cord injury reduced spasticity in the animals. Read More
Study reveals how a neuropeptide called Big Dynorphin binds to the acid-sensing ion channel receptor, causing pain signals to be sent around the body. Read More
A new substance named Lu AF60097 may help reduce side effects from tricyclic antidepressants in those with severe depression. Read More
