The Autism Transitions Research Project, funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration and led by Drexel University’s A.J. Drexel
Month: October 2024
Why do we love carbs? The origins predate agriculture and maybe even our split from Neanderthals
If you’ve ever struggled to reduce your carb intake, ancient DNA might be to blame. It has long been known
Increased autism risk linked to Y chromosome, study finds
Increased risk for autism appears to be linked to the Y chromosome, a Geisinger study found, offering a new explanation
Standing more may not reduce cardiovascular disease risk, could increase circulatory disease, research finds
Standing has gained popularity among people looking to offset the harms of a sedentary lifestyle often caused by spending long
Feeling sleepy and worried about your mental alertness?
At some point, many of us have experienced the post-lunch sleepy hour, struggling to stay alert mid-afternoon, and reaching for
Don’t kill the messenger RNA!
mRNA-based therapeutics and vaccines are the new hope in the fight against incurable diseases. A commonly used strategy in the
Forever Chemicals found in bottled and tap water from around the world
Scientists have discovered toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’ present in samples of drinking water from around the world, a new study reveals.
Analysis of retinal proteins identifies new drug targets for treating inherited retinal degenerations
An international team of researchers has identified new drug targets for therapies that could benefit patients with different forms of
Elucidating the neural basis of reduced sexual receptivity in female mice during the non-estrus phase
Researchers at University of Tsukuba investigated the neural mechanisms underlying the behavioral transition from the sexually receptive estrus stage to
High potency cannabis use leaves unique signature on DNA, study shows
High potency cannabis use leaves a distinct mark on DNA, according to new research by the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology