The “Goldilocks” zone: A key to cellular adaptability and resilience

In a discovery that could redefine how we understand cellular resilience and adaptability, scientists at Scripps Research have unlocked the secret interactions between a primordial inorganic polymer of phosphate known as polyphosphate (polyP), and two basic building blocks of life: DNA and the element magnesium.

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Home-Based Exercise May Aid Post-Lung Surgery Recovery

A home-based exercise program boosted exercise capacity and quality of life among patients after lung cancer surgery but did not improve self-reported physical function, a new study found. Medscape Medical News

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Americans’ Top Causes of Anxiety Revealed

The economy, gun violence, hate crimes, international conflicts, the holidays, and postelection worry weigh heavily on the minds of Americans. Medscape Medical News

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Professor Inga Neumann advances understanding of oxytocin and social fear

In a comprehensive Genomic Press Interview, Professor Inga Neumann, Chair of the Department of Behavioural and Molecular Neurobiology at the University of Regensburg, reveals groundbreaking insights into how oxytocin shapes social behavior and emotional responses in the brain.

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Can drinking coffee or tea help prevent head and neck cancer?

In a recent analysis of data from more than a dozen studies, coffee and tea consumption was linked with lower risks of developing head and neck cancer, including cancers of the mouth and throat. The findings are published by Wiley online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society.

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WHO TAG-CO-VAC reviews COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness and antigen composition

The WHO Technical Advisory Group on COVID-19 Vaccine Composition (TAG-CO-VAC) continues to closely monitor the genetic and antigenic evolution of SARS-CoV-2 variants, immune responses to SARS-CoV-2 infection and COVID-19 vaccination, and the performance of COVID-19 vaccines against circulating variants.

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Slow-Paced Martial Arts Engage Older Adults

Adults 65 years or older who trained in Tai Ji Quan (also known as Tai Chi) over 6 months were more active a year later than those who performed stretching exercises alone. Medscape Medical News

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AMF at SLAS 2025: Precision microfluidics in San Diego

AMF is excited to participate in the SLAS 2025 International Conference & Exhibition, taking place from January 25-29, 2025 at the San Diego Convention Center. This renowned event will bring together professionals from across the life sciences, biotech, and automation industries to showcase the latest innovations and technologies.

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Q&A With NIH Dermatology Consultation Service Director

Cowen’s current research focuses on developing new treatments for skin fibrosis in patients with chronic GVHD and creating better assessment tools to measure disease activity. Medscape Medical News

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Combining Retinal Scanning and Liver Screening in T2D

A novel screening approach combining liver examination with retina scanning showed high acceptance among patients with type 2 diabetes, even though false-positive results were common. Medscape Medical News

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AI Catches Missing MRI Lesions

Open-source algorithm achieves a positive predictive value of nearly 70% for focal cortical dysplasia. Medscape Medical News

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Merck to Discontinue Drug for Bacterial Infection

Merck will discontinue its drug for a bacterial infection that can lead to fatal diarrhea, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s website showed on Monday. Reuters Health Information

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10 New Year’s Eve Nail Ideas That Will Shine Well Into 2025

Appointment reminder: It’s time to book your manicure for New Year’s Eve. As we count down to the most sparkling night of the year, your outfit is probably picked, but have you given any thought to your nails? Of course, you want them to match the vibe when you’re raising your beverage of choice at […]

This Popular Protein Powder Was Just Recalled Because of Peanut Residue

Orgain, a nutritional supplement company, is recalling some of its chocolate protein powder due to the potential presence of “undeclared peanut residue,” according to a report released by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall is of a single batch of the brand’s 30g Protein Organic Plant Based Powder—Chocolate, 2.01lb, per the FDA report. It was […]