How do we distinguish threat from safety? It’s a question important not just in our daily lives, but for human
Month: October 2024
New research reveals how large-scale adoption of electric vehicles can improve air quality and human health
A new study from the University of Toronto’s Department of Civil & Mineral Engineering suggests that large-scale adoption of electric
How do you remember how to ride a bike? Thank your cerebellum
Do you remember the name of your second-grade teacher or what you ate for lunch today? Those memories may be
Large-scale study of children with genetic disorders finds huge benefit of diagnosis
Thousands of children with severe developmental disorders have benefited from more targeted treatments and support with genetic insights from the
US air pollution monitoring network has gaps in coverage, say researchers
The lack of air-quality monitoring capabilities across the U.S. affects the health of millions of people and disproportionately impacts minority
Comprehensive efforts needed to develop health-promoting learning environments
Mental ill-health among students in higher education is a growing problem globally. Most efforts implemented to address ill-health involve individual
Older adults appear less emotionally affected by heat
When the outside temperatures rise, people tend to lose their cool. That connection is well known, but a Washington State
New test improves diagnosis of allergies
Food allergies are a major health problem worldwide. In some countries, up to 10% of the population is affected, mainly
Climate change impacts internal migration worldwide
The influence of climate change on migration, both current and future, has garnered significant attention from the public and policymakers
Scientists bring socioeconomic status at the forefront of epidemic modelling
An international team of researchers have developed an innovative approach to epidemic modeling that could transform how scientists and policymakers