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Running and Serotonin: What Happens in Older Mice?

December 17, 2024

Did you know that as mice age, they have fewer serotonin-producing neurons? These neurons are crucial for brain function and learning. Scientists found that older mice have fewer of these neurons in two key brain areas: the dorsal raphe nucleus (DRN) and the median raphe nucleus (MRN). This was espe

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Revolutionizing Car Exhaust: The Power of Cu-SAPO-34

December 17, 2024

Imagine a world where your car's exhaust doesn't harm the environment. That's what scientists are working towards with a material called Cu-SAPO-34. This clever substance turns nasty nitrogen oxides into harmless nitrogen and water vapor. But how did they create such a wonder material? They started

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Plasma Proteins and Sepsis: What We Need to Know

December 17, 2024

Sepsis is one of the top reasons people die in intensive care units. To get better at predicting who might die and how to treat them, it's crucial to understand how the proteins in their blood change over time. Researchers are studying these proteins, called the plasma proteome, to find patterns tha

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How Effective is MyopiaEd? A Closer Look at WHO's Digital Solution

December 17, 2024

The world is seeing a quick increase in myopia, especially in East and Southeast Asia. Experts believe that the environment plays a big role in this, beyond genetics. To tackle this public health issue, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) created M

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Free Russian Cancer Vaccine on the Horizon

December 17, 2024

Russia plans to give away a custom cancer vaccine starting in early 2025. Andrey Kaprin, the head of Russia’s Radiology Medical Research Center, said their vaccine targets cancer by stopping tumors from growing and spreading. Unlike vaccines that prevent cancer, this one is designed for patients alr

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The Winding Path of Joe Rogan: How He Became Successful Without a College Degree

December 17, 2024

You might know Joe Rogan from his popular podcast, stand-up comedy, or UFC commentary. But did you know he didn't finish college? In fact, he never got a degree. Instead, he found success through real-world experiences, self-education, and following his passions. His journey started in high school,

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Shortage of Anesthesiologists in East Africa: Can Training Programs Keep Up?

December 17, 2024

In four East African countries—Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi—there's a big problem when it comes to anesthesiologists. By 2015, these countries had way too few anesthesiologists. On average, there were only 0. 30 physician anesthesia providers (PAPs) for every 100, 000 people. That's a far cry

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Why the Debate Over Mohs Surgery and Melanoma Matters

December 17, 2024

The medical world is divided on whether to use Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) for early-stage melanoma. Some doctors insist on randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to prove MMS is better than the traditional wide local excision. The problem is, there aren't any RCTs yet, but plenty of studies show M

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A Fun, Flexible Bandage from Seaweed and Blue-Green Algae

December 16, 2024

Have you ever thought about what makes a great bandage? Flexibility, self-healing, and protection from infections are some key features. Scientists have been working on creating the perfect bandage, and they've come up with something really cool! They've made a new type of bandage called PPC hydroge

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How Many Chemo Rounds Help Node-Negative Stomach Cancer Patients?

December 15, 2024

Have you ever wondered if more chemotherapy rounds after surgery help patients with stomach cancer that hasn't spread to lymph nodes? This question has not been thoroughly studied, especially for patients who already had chemotherapy before surgery. A multicenter study is now looking into this. The