Scientists have found a way to distinguish between two progressive neurodegenerative diseases, Parkinson’s disease (PD) and multiple system atrophy (MSA).
Choosing common pain relievers: It’s complicated
About 29 million Americans use over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to treat pain. Every year in the US, NSAID use…
A close-up look at mutated DNA in cancer cells
PCAWG, the largest cancer research consortium in the world, has set itself the task of improving our understanding of genetic…
New study provides criteria for good infant sleep for the first time
According to a new study, sleep problems among infants are very common and normally improve by the time the child…
Fruit flies respond to rapid changes in the visual environment
Researchers have discovered a mechanism employed by the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster that broadens our understanding of visual perception. Their…
Novelty speeds up learning thanks to dopamine activation
Brain scientists have identified a causal mechanism of how novel stimuli promote learning. Novelty directly activates the dopamine system, which…
Traces of immortality in tumor DNA
To gain an infinite lifespan, cancer cells need to maintain the ends of their chromosomes, known as telomeres. They achieve…
Targeting the cancer microenvironment
The recognition of bacterial infections or foreign substances is mediated and controlled by the human immune system. This innate and…
Researchers identify commonly overlooked key attributes of effective leaders
Leadership experts looked at the underlying processes that contribute to leaders’ decision-making and behavior: their mindsets
Social media content matters for job candidates
Job recruiters are less likely to select candidates who appear to be too self-involved or opinionated in their social media…