Positive life outlook may protect against middle-aged memory loss, 16-year study suggests
University of Liverpool research reveals higher wellbeing linked to better memory scores, independent of depressive symptoms.
Stargazing flight: How Bogong moths use the night sky to navigate hundreds of kilometers
University of South Australia researchers discover Bogong moths’ dual compass system using stars and Earth’s magnetic field.
Ear wax could help screen for Parkinson’s disease
Researchers at Zhejiang University discover unique ear wax biomarkers, offering a cost-effective early Parkinson’s detection method.
Psychedelic drug therapy may help treat alcohol addiction
NYU Langone Health researchers find psilocybin reduces heavy drinking by 83% when combined with psychotherapy sessions.
Cyborg tadpoles with soft, flexible neural implants
Harvard researchers develop stretchable bioelectronic devices for tadpole embryos, enabling non-invasive monitoring of neural activity.
Gut microbiome composition and food insecurity linked to risk of cognitive impairment in adults
Mount Sinai University researchers find microbial diversity and food access significantly influence cognitive health in adults.
Living near harmful algal blooms reduces life expectancy with ALS
University of Michigan researchers find cyanobacteria toxins may accelerate ALS progression, impacting life expectancy by nearly a year.
Smart contact lens keeps an eye on your eyes—even when they’re closed
University of Electronic Science and Technology of China develops lens monitoring eye health with wireless, real-time data.
Could ‘pausing’ cell death be the final frontier in medicine on Earth and beyond?
University College London explores necrosis intervention, potentially transforming age-related disease treatments and space health strategies.
Tens of millions of nanoneedles could replace painful cancer biopsies
King’s College London develops painless nanoneedle patch, offering real-time molecular insights for disease monitoring.