As parents, teachers and pet owners can attest, rewards play a huge role in shaping behaviors in humans and animals.
Day: July 16, 2024
Immune system in the spotlight
Our immune system is always on alert, detecting and eliminating pathogens and cancer cells. Cellular control mechanisms cause diseased cells
Metformin and other antidiabetic drugs can help reduce the risk of dementia in patients with type 2 diabetes
Investigators analyzing the potential cognitive effects of antidiabetic medications in records of more than 1.5 million patients with type 2
New study finds 40-percent of cancer cases and almost half of all deaths in the US linked to modifiable risk factors
A new study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS) finds four in 10 cancer cases and about
Researchers identify potential therapeutic target for management of thirst disorders
The cerebellum, often referred to as the ‘little brain’, has captivated researchers for centuries due to its unique structure and
Narcissism decreases with age
People tend to become less narcissistic as they age from childhood through older adulthood, according to a study published by
Discovery suggests opportunity to improve effectiveness of KRAS inhibitors against pancreatic cancer
Mutations in the KRAS gene are the primary driver of pancreatic cancer. A new class of drugs known as KRAS
Seeing inside Alzheimer’s disease brain
Scientists investigating Alzheimer’s disease have determined the structure of molecules within a human brain for the very first time. Published
American diets got briefly healthier, more diverse during COVID-19 pandemic, study finds
American diets may have gotten healthier and more diverse in the months following the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, according
Researchers explore the role of children in community participatory planning process
The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child defined child-friendly cities as those that prioritize children’s access to