Deposits of a protein called ‘Medin’, which manifest in virtually all older adults, reduce the elasticity of blood vessels during…
Nature as a model: Researchers develop novel anti-inflammatory substance
Anti-inflammatory substances based on components of human cells could one day improve treatment in patients. Researchers have developed a method…
People who were children when their parents divorced have less ‘love hormone’
People who were children when their parents were divorced showed lower levels of oxytocin — the so-called ‘love hormone’ —…
New glove-like device mimics sense of touch
Engineers have invented a soft wearable device which simulates the sense of touch and has wide potential for medical, industrial…
Mindfulness with paced breathing and lowering blood pressure
Now more than ever, Americans and people all over the world are under increased stress, which may adversely affect their…
Unlocking the mystery of tau for treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
A team of researchers has uncovered crucial molecular details regarding the activity of the ‘tau’ protein, promising to revolutionize the…
More than one drink a day may raise high blood pressure risk in adults with Type 2 diabetes
In a large study of adults with Type 2 diabetes, moderate drinking (defined as eight or more alcoholic beverages a…
Muscle aging: Stronger for longer
With life expectancy increasing, age-related diseases are also on the rise, including sarcopenia, the loss of muscle mass due to…
Unconscious learning underlies belief in God, study suggests
Individuals who can unconsciously predict complex patterns, an ability called implicit pattern learning, are likely to hold stronger beliefs that…
Meet the New Caregiver: Your Home
New technology is allowing homeowners who can afford it to outfit their bedrooms, kitchens and bathrooms with tools to monitor…