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Researchers Discover Unique Neuronal Origins in Human Brains
Health
A new study by UC San Diego researchers reveals unique inhibitory neurons in the human forebrain, offering insights that may improve models ...
Breaking the Genetic Code of Tobacco Addiction
Health
Summary: Researchers used AI to discover hundreds of genes linked to tobacco use disorder, alongside potential new treatments. Analyzing extensive health data, ...
Gene Linked to Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Obesity
Health
Summary: Researchers made a breakthrough in understanding obesity’s impact on mitochondria, as detailed in a recent study. They discovered that a high-fat ...
The Mystery Behind Universe’s Rare Radio Circles Unveiled
Science
Astronomers discovered enormous radio wave circles in 2019, named ORCs. Research led by Professor Alison Coil indicates these are caused by galactic ...
How Hearing Loss Rewires the Brain
Health
Researchers found that hearing loss in older adults is linked to brain changes in areas related to sound processing and executive functions, ...
Hearing Loss Linked to Dementia
Health
Summary: Researchers discovered that hearing loss in older adults is associated with specific brain changes, potentially increasing dementia risk. Using hearing tests ...
Heart to Brain: Unlocking the Genetic Pathway Behind Fainting
Health
Summary: Researchers have unearthed the genetic connection between the heart and brain related to fainting spells. By viewing the heart as a ...
An Unseen Factor Is Accelerating Antarctic Glacier Meltdown
Science
A study from UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography indicates that meltwater flowing beneath Antarctic glaciers accelerates their ice loss. This ...