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The mystery of Bruce Lee's death finally solved
Bruce Lee was the most influential martial artist of all time inspiring millions and bringing attention to martial arts in the West.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 23, 2022


Scientists uncover why late-night eating leads to weight gain and diabetes
Northwestern Medicine scientists have uncovered the mechanism behind why eating late at night is linked to weight gain and diabetes.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 22, 2022


Newly discovered protein connected to Alzheimer’s disease risk
The protein, called SHMOOSE, is a tiny “microprotein” encoded by a newly discovered gene within the cell’s energy-producing mitochondria.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 19, 2022


First-ever discovery finds genetic mutations in humans aren't always random
Researchers find the first evidence of nonrandom mutation in human genes, challenging a core assumption at the heart of evolutionary theory
Joseph Shavit
Aug 22, 2022


Everyday viruses can trigger the onset of Alzheimer’s disease, researchers find
Shingles infection may activate dormant neurological herpes viruses, causing inflammation and accumulation of Alzheimer’s associated protein
Joshua Shavit
Aug 11, 2022


Where do COVID-19 variants come from?
New study finds that immunocompromised patients tend to develop chronic coronavirus infections, leading to highly mutated variants.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 22, 2022


Why do cats lick and chew catnip and act so crazy afterwards?
Damaged catnip emitted 20-fold more total iridoids compared to intact leaves. In contrast, silver vine leaf damage did not alter iridoids.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 16, 2022


Amazon to roll out voice-activated telemedicine through Alexa-powered devices
Amazon and Teladoc are starting a voice-activated virtual care program that lets customers get medical help without using their phones.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 1, 2022


“Deepfaking the mind” could improve brain-computer interfaces for people with disabilities
Synthetic neurological data created using generative adversarial networks could speed up training of brain-computer interfaces.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 19, 2021


New study shows that brains learn differently as people age
A new study of brain activity patterns in people doing a memory task finds that the way we make inferences changes dramatically as we age.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 16, 2021


Robotic third eye helps wearers to navigate the world
Industrial design student Minwook Paeng has created a robotic Third Eye that is fixed to the forehead and looks out for obstacles.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 11, 2021


For the first time ever, doctor diagnoses woman with 'climate change'
A Canadian doctor has diagnosed a woman with "climate change" after she came to hospital with breathing problems.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 10, 2021


Economic impact of obesity set to reach 3.6 per cent of GDP by 2060
Economic impact of obesity set to reach 3.6 per cent of GDP by 2060. Total costs projected to double in Spain and rise 19-fold in India.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 6, 2021


Can eating alone be bad for your heart?
New study suggests that older women who eat alone have poorer nutritional knowledge and intake and a higher prevalence of angina.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 3, 2021


New portable device opens the way for at-home skin cancer treatment
A new prototype photodynamic therapy (PDT) device that can be used at home significantly reduces pain levels during treatment.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 19, 2021


Our brains have a “fingerprint” too
Enrico Amico learned that every one of us has a brain “fingerprint” and that this fingerprint constantly changes in time.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 17, 2021


Is your dog strangely hyperactive or impulsive? New study shows why
Our findings can help to better identify, understand and treat canine hyperactivity, impulsivity and inattention.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 17, 2021


Screen time linked to risk of myopia in young people
A new study reveals a link between screen time and higher risk and severity of myopia, or short-sightedness, in children and young adults.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 10, 2021


Spouses really are together in sickness and in health suggests new study
When it comes to marriage, the adage "birds of a feather flock together" is true in lifestyle habits, body shape, blood pressure and more.
Joshua Shavit
Oct 3, 2021


New science on how migraines affect the sleep cycle
Study finds differences between perceived and actual sleep quality in people with migraines.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 29, 2021
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