Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-01-302Blocking a New Enzyme Stops Weight Gain, Lowers CholesterolResearchers identified SCoR2, an enzyme that removes nitric oxide from proteins involved in lipid production. Blocking SCoR2 in mice prevented weight gain, reduced liver damage, and lowered harmful cholesterol.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-01-29Toxoplasma Cysts Evolve Rapidly, Defying Classic Life-CycleResearchers found that Toxoplasma gondii cysts in mouse brains harbor greater parasite diversity over time, challenging the classic linear life-cycle model and reshaping ideas for therapies.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-01-293Why Many Women Are Adding Creatine to Daily RoutinesCreatine—an inexpensive compound found in meat and produced by the body—can support women’s muscle, bone, brain, mood, and sleep when combined with resistance training. Practical dosing and safety guidance explained.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-01-292Vibration-Activated Tooth Powder Brightens and RepairsA piezoelectric tooth powder uses electric toothbrush vibrations to trigger stain-clearing chemistry at the tooth surface, while depositing minerals that help rebuild enamel and shift the oral microbiome.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-01-292Night Owls Linked to Higher Heart Attack and Stroke RiskA large UK Biobank study links evening chronotypes to a higher risk of first heart attack or stroke. The findings matter for drivers, fleets and automotive safety; practical steps can reduce risk.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-01-292U.S. Cancer Five-Year Survival Reaches 70% MilestoneU.S. five-year cancer survival has climbed to 70% for 2015–2021 diagnoses, a major milestone. The ACS report outlines trends, disparities, and implications for public health and the automotive workforce.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-01-282Why Centenarians Often Eat Meat — The Full PictureA study of Chinese adults 80+ found non-meat eaters were less likely to reach 100, but the effect was linked to underweight status. Learn why protein, weight and tailored nutrition matter in late life.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-01-282Five Extra Minutes a Day Could Lengthen Your Life NowAnalysis of wearable data from 130,000+ people suggests that adding five minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activity daily—or cutting 30 minutes of sitting—can lower estimated mortality risk, especially for the least active.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-01-273Menopause and the Brain: Decline, Mood & Memory RisksA large UK Biobank study finds menopause associated with grey matter loss in memory- and emotion-related brain regions, higher rates of anxiety, depression and sleep issues, and modest HRT effects on reaction speed.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-01-263Three Hidden Signs You May Be Grinding Your Teeth NowLearn the subtle signs of teeth grinding (bruxism), why it happens, and how clinicians diagnose and treat it. Discover lifestyle fixes, night guards, sleep testing, and expert advice to protect your jaw and teeth.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-01-262Hidden Epigenetic Drift in Gut Raises Colon Cancer RiskA new study identifies ACCA epigenetic drift in gut stem cells — fueled by inflammation, low iron and weakened growth signals — that silences tumor-suppressor genes and expands cancer risk with age.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-01-253How Pancreatic Tumors Use Periostin to Invade NervesBrazilian researchers show how periostin from pancreatic stellate cells remodels tissue and enables nerve invasion, explaining pancreatic cancer's aggressiveness and pointing to new therapeutic targets.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-01-242Post-Meal Glucose Spikes Raise Alzheimer's Risk 69%A UK genetic study links higher 2-hour post-meal blood glucose spikes to a 69% increased Alzheimer’s risk, highlighting postprandial glucose control as a potential prevention target—but findings need replication.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-01-092Three Nights of Binge Drinking Can Rapidly Damage the GutNew mouse research finds that three consecutive nights of binge drinking cause rapid intestinal injury, immune activation and a leaky gut that may expose the liver to harmful bacterial products.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-01-082Hidden Plastic Clouds: Cities Are Breathing MicroplasticsNew semi‑automated measurements reveal cities carry far more airborne microplastics and nanoplastics than earlier methods detected, with implications for air quality, health, and climate.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-01-063Nightmares May Signal Higher Dementia Risk in Later LifeNew analysis links frequent nightmares in middle and older age to higher risk of cognitive decline and dementia, especially in men. Treatable nightmares could offer an early, actionable signal for brain health.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-01-063Marathon Running and Heart Health: Stress, Not DamageA decade-long study finds transient post-race heart changes in marathon runners but no lasting damage for most recreational athletes. Learn what troponin rises mean and when symptoms warrant urgent review.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-01-052Walk While You Work: How Treadmill Desks Boost HealthDiscover how a treadmill desk or walking pad can reduce sedentary time, boost daily steps, and improve blood pressure and metabolism. Practical tips, study findings, and expert insight for workers and employers.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-01-053A Periodic Table for Multimodal AI: A Unified FrameworkEmory physicists propose a Variational Multivariate Information Bottleneck framework that organizes multimodal AI methods, guiding loss-function design to retain only task-relevant information and reduce data and compute needs.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-01-042Youngest Alzheimer's Case: A 19-Year-Old Without MutationsA 19-year-old was diagnosed with probable Alzheimer's disease despite lacking known genetic mutations. This rare early-onset case challenges current understanding and highlights the need for deeper genetic, molecular, and longitudinal research.
