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The Hidden Link Between Gut Bacteria and Stroke Risk

January 31, 2025

Picture this: Bacteria living in your mouth and gut might be pulling the strings behind strokes. A recent study put two groups under the microscope: 189 people who had strokes and 55 who hadn't. The study found that one particular bacteria, Streptococcus anginosus, was hanging out way more in the s

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Mom and Baby Print - Let's Fix Healthcare Technology

January 31, 2025

Imagine the time when a mom needs healthcare the most . When we talk about moms and babies there is a critical window of opportunity. This is called the perinatal period. Improving healthcare during this time is super important. It will make sure both moms and babies get the best care . That's wh

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What If We Can't Predict Survival Just Yet?

January 31, 2025

In the realm of randomized clinical trials, researchers have been trying to figure out if certain markers can predict how well a patient with early breast cancer will do in the long run. Early breast cancer is a challenging problem. One of the key challenges is knowing how effective a treatment

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Does the Ring-fold Add Up?

January 30, 2025

Imagine starting your life over with a fresh - slimmer you. Individuals with poor diets and other relevant risks went through Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery to achieve just that! Roux-en-Y gastric surgery disrupted the digestive tract and with less food intake, slimdown a model. It is general

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Unmasking Lives After Brain Injury: The Benefits of Sharing Stories

January 30, 2025

This project was all about helping people with brain injuries share their journeys. It was a way for them to find their unique voice. The main goal was to learn more about how these individuals handled their well-being after a brain injury, and how they felt about the barriers and benefits to their

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How Good Are AI Models at Helping with Mental Health?

January 30, 2025

Large language models (LLMs) like BERT and GPT are becoming big players in the world of mental health support. But are they really reliable? Experts are starting to ask this question because, so far, not much research has been done on how trustworthy these AI models are when it comes to giving us cl

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Women Scientists: Fighting Infections, One Formula at a Time

January 29, 2025

Have you ever pondered who's really behind the big discoveries in infectious diseases? Surprise! Many of these breakthroughs are driven by women. A recent special issue of ACS Infectious Diseases highlights the work of female scientists who are like chefs, cooking up chemical recipes to fight diseas

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Revolutionizing Market Research: PureSpectrum's New AI Training Data

January 29, 2025

Ever wondered how AI can better understand human behavior? PureSpectrum, a top market research tech company, just launched something big: PureSpectrum Training Data. This new tool uses detailed human data to help AI models grasp our attitudes, behaviors, and feelings. Think of it like teaching AI to

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Exploring Extreme Creatures for Medical Breakthroughs

January 29, 2025

Scientists typically focus on a few model animals like lab mice or fruit flies for medical research. But plants and other critters living in harsh environments might hold keys to solving tough health problems. Field studies of these wild animals are rare due to funding issues. Yet, understanding how

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Whispers of Japan: The Secret of Sound Hiding

January 29, 2025

Ever pondered how one noise can hide another? Enter the realm of sound masking, where Japan has been silently leading the way. This method is vital in pure tone audiometry, a critical test for hearing. Japanese researchers have been exploring this deeply, even creating mathematical models to underst