Smiling really can make people feel happier, according to a new paper published in Psychological Bulletin. Coauthored by researchers at
Day: April 12, 2019
Want to learn a new skill? Take some short breaks
In a study of healthy volunteers, National Institutes of Health researchers found that our brains may solidify the memories of
A sleep-deprived brain interprets impressions negatively
A sleepless night not only leaves us fatigued and distracted, it also makes us interpret things more negatively and makes
Move more to live longer
Improving fitness doesn’t require doing activities you don’t like. That’s the main message of research presented today at EuroPrevent 2019.
Ability to lift weights quickly can mean a longer life
Lisbon, Portugal – 12 April 2019: Prolong your life by increasing your muscle power. That’s the main message of a
New way to tackle mitochondrial disease
Diseases affecting mitochondria, the powerhouses of our cells, are often caused by mutations in the mitochondrial DNA. Symptoms of such
CRISPR-Cas3 innovation holds promise for disease cures, advancing science
A Cornell researcher, who is a leader in developing a new type of gene editing CRISPR system, and colleagues have
Anesthesia sends neurons down the wrong path in unborn rat babies
While there has long been discussion whether exposure to anesthesia affects brain development, new Rush University Medical Center research published
More than a strip of paint needed to keep cyclists safe
On-road marked bicycle lanes are not the optimal solution to keeping cyclists safe, new research by Monash University has found.
Sexual behavior may influence gut microbiome
A person’s sexual behavior could affect their microbiome and immune system, potentially elevating their risk of HIV infection, according to
