The epidemic shows no signs of abating. In the eight-month-old outbreak, the highest number of cases recorded in a single…
Eelectrostimulation can improve working memory in people
In a groundbreaking study, researchers demonstrate that electrostimulation can improve the working memory of people in their 70s so that…
Want to learn a new skill? Take some short breaks
In a study of healthy volunteers, researchers found that our brains may solidify the memories of new skills we just…
Bigger portions lead to preschoolers eating more over time
Researchers found that when served larger portions of typical meals or snacks, preschoolers consumed more food, both by weight and…
Population health: A rapidly evolving discipline in US academic medicine
Leaders from department-level initiatives across the US weigh in on how academic medicine is embracing population health and the opportunities…
Fishy diagnostics for food allergy testing
Scientists have found material commonly used for fish allergy testing is unreliable — potentially putting lives at risk.
Sustainability of plant ingredients as fishmeal substitutes
Substituting fishmeal in aquaculture feeds with plant ingredients may not be as beneficial for the environment as many predict, according…
New guidelines to athletes on protein intake
A review led by a sports scientist has set out new international guidelines for protein intake in track and field…
Digital parent training for child’s disruptive behavior successful in primary health care
A program developed for the early detection of children’s disruptive behavior and low-threshold digital parent training intervention was successfully transferred…
CBD Lures Stressed-Out Parents Looking to Unwind
Caught in the churn of long days and sleepless nights, some parents have found solace in a nonintoxicating chemical derived…