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·May 30, 2023·4 min read

Sleep Apnea’s Deep Impact on Gene Activity

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a common disorder resulting in low blood oxygen levels, triggers significant changes in gene activity throughout the day. The study subjected mice to intermittent hypoxic conditions, similar to those experienced by OSA sufferers, and found substantial alterations in gene transcription across multiple tissues.

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·May 24, 2023·4 min read

Morning Larks, Religion, and Happiness: A Unique Link

Religious tendencies could contribute to the previously noted connection between morning preference and life satisfaction. Researchers conducted surveys of Polish adults assessing their morning-evening preference, conscientiousness, religiosity, and satisfaction with life.

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·May 24, 2023·6 min read

Tongue Movements Revealed by Brain Signals

Researchers leveraged 3D x-ray videography and machine learning to study intricate tongue movements during feeding in non-human primates. The study records the neural activity of the sensorimotor cortex and discovers it accurately decodes the 3D shape of the tongue.

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·May 23, 2023·4 min read

Reduced Oxygen Intake Linked to Extended Lifespan

Researchers revealed a correlation between reduced oxygen intake, or 'oxygen restriction,' and extended lifespan in lab mice. The study found that mice in an oxygen-restricted environment lived about 50% longer than those in normal oxygen levels.

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·May 22, 2023·5 min read

Charismatic Robot Voices: A Boost for Team Creativity?

Robotic voices with a charismatic tone can positively influence the creative performance of teams. Researchers designed a social robot's speech to sound charismatic, employing a confident, passionate tone and tested its effects on students during a creativity task.

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·May 22, 2023·4 min read

AI Unlocks Enzyme Secrets

Researchers used artificial intelligence to predict how enzymes interact with various substrates. The team developed an AI model that can accurately predict whether an enzyme can work with a particular molecule.

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·May 19, 2023·5 min read

Left-Side Bias: Brain Responds Strongly to Positive Sounds from Left

Positive human vocalizations, like laughter, coming from the listener's left side trigger stronger activity in the brain's auditory cortex. Researchers used functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to monitor the brain's response to different types of sounds from varying directions in right-handed participants.

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·April 28, 2023·7 min read

Short-Term Memories Key to Rapid Motor-Skill Learning, Not Long-Term Memory

A new study challenges conventional thinking on the role of short and long-term memories in relearning motor skills. Researchers found that fleeting short-term memories, rather than long-term ones, are responsible for rapid motor learning, indicating the existence of mechanisms for regulating the learning rates for memories that are distinct from the memories themselves.

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·April 26, 2023·5 min read

Pandemic Pet Pals: Exploring the Complex Relationship Between Pet Ownership, Stress, and Loneliness During Lockdown

During the COVID-19 pandemic, US dog and cat owners became closer to their pets, though pet ownership did not consistently alleviate stress and loneliness. The relationship between mental health and pet ownership was complex, with dog owners experiencing a greater reduction in stress and loneliness compared to cat owners and non-pet owners.

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·April 25, 2023·4 min read

Mind Over Muscle: The Surprising Power of the Exercise Placebo Effect

If a person believes an exercise program has been optimized and created specifically for them, the regime will have a positive effect, regardless of the content of the program. Researchers say the placebo effect has health benefits when it comes to exercise.

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·April 24, 2023·5 min read

Prioritizing Brain Health: Blood Pressure Control Reduces Alzheimer’s Risk and Minimizes Brain Aging

A recent study suggests that intensive blood pressure treatment with a target of less than 120 mm Hg can reduce the risk of adverse cerebrovascular events and improve overall brain health in adults over 50. Patients who more intensely managed their hypertension had fewer white matter lesions in the brain. White matter lesions are associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease, cognitive decline, and accelerated brain aging.

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·April 20, 2023·3 min read

Gene Activity Analysis Provides Better Classification for Brain Diseases

Analyzing the gene activity map or transcriptome of different brain diseases can help identify underlying mechanisms and comorbidity. The method could also uncover new relationships among diseases and improve treatment options.