Author - Ana Kiesse Zeleme

Link Between Gut Inflammation and Alzheimer’s Disease Reconfirmed

Credit: PixabayResearchers are piecing together the complex relationship between gut health and Alzheimer's disease, revealing yet another connection between our digestive system and brain function. Animal studies have shown that gut microbes can transmit Alzheimer's to young mice, reinforcing this link.Furthermore, a 2023 study supports the idea that inflammation may be the mechanism behind...

Research Shows That the Brain Segments the Day into Chapters, Similar to a Book

Credit: DepositphotosLife often resembles a novel, brimming with romance, mystery, and a hint of fantasy. It’s no surprise, then, that our brains categorize narratives into distinct segments, much like chapters in a book.A recent study by Columbia University researchers expands our understanding of this 'chapterization' process. It confirms that transitions between different places or...

Men and Women May Require Different Breakfasts for Weight Loss

Credit: PixabayPersonalizing Breakfast for Weight LossYour breakfast selections might benefit from personalization based on your metabolism, especially if you’re aiming to lose weight. A recent study indicates that men and women metabolize and store energy from food differently, which can influence weight loss outcomes.Conducted by two biologists at the University of Waterloo in Canada,...

Watch: Sneaker-Clad Humanoid Outpaces Barefoot Rival in Gobi Race

Robot Era's flagship Star1 humanoids cross trail, grassland and road for a Gobi Desert run that tests barefoot against sneakerRobot EraA few months ago, China's Robot Era showcased the walking abilities of its XBot-L humanoid by letting it roam the Great Wall. Now, the company has shared video of two Star1 models racing across...

Expert Shares Why Cleaning Your Tongue Twice Daily Is Important

Credit: DepositphotosWhen your doctor asks you to stick out your tongue and say "aaah," they're not just examining your throat—they're also assessing your tongue, as it can provide important insights into your health.The doctor checks for changes in your tongue’s appearance or movement, which can signal mouth problems or reflect your overall health and...

Sunlight Converts CO2 and Methane into Valuable Chemicals

Scientists use a blueprint of photosynthesis to produce greener, renewable productsMcGill UniversityDrawing inspiration from natural photosynthesis, scientists have developed a technique that uses sunlight to convert two major greenhouse gases into valuable chemicals for fuel and industrial applications. Researchers from McGill University have created a novel process called photo-driven oxygen-atom-grafting.This method employs gold,...

Consuming Good Food Triggers the Brain to Release Feel-Good Serotonin

Consuming food with nutrient value triggers the release of a feel-good chemical by the brainDepositphotosResearchers have uncovered an intriguing connection between the gut and brain: consuming nutritious food triggers the release of the feel-good chemical serotonin. This discovery paves the way for potential new treatments for eating disorders.Recent studies have highlighted the significant link...

AI Generates More Innovative Research Ideas than Human Experts

Is it possible that AI , pictured here using generative tools, might be better at coming up with new ideas than humans?The first statistically significant findings are in: Large Language Model (LLM) AIs are not only capable of generating expert-level scientific research ideas, but their ideas are also deemed more innovative and exciting than...

WHO Study: Mobile Phones Not Linked to Brain Cancer

Credit: PixabayA systematic review commissioned by the World Health Organization and published in Environment International today found no link between mobile phone use and brain cancer.The Safety of Mobile Phones and Radio WavesMobile phones, which are often held close to the head during use, emit radio waves, a type of non-ionizing radiation. This has...

Nanoparticles Make At-Home Stress Testing Possible

Researchers have created a stress detector that could be used at homeDepositphotosResearchers have developed a sensor using nanoparticles that can specifically detect cortisol levels, a key stress biomarker, with greater reliability than current methods. This affordable and easily replicable device moves us closer to being able to test stress levels at home.Stress is a...