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How the brain paralyses you while you sleep

Tsukuba [Japan], January 17 (ANI): A team of researchers has found neurons in the brain that link, narcolepsy, cataplexy, and rapid eye movement (REM) sleep behaviour disorder disorders. This discovery could provide a target for treatments.

2021-01-17T13:26:18.824121+00:00 IST

Researchers bring modern twist to learning periodic table

Washington [US], January 14 (ANI): A study led by researchers of American Chemical Society (ACS) introduces an innovative way to make learning about the elements of the periodic table much more approachable.

2021-01-14T12:47:21.643775+00:00 IST

Study finds social media use increases belief in Covid-19 misinformation

Washington [US], December 14 (ANI): The more people rely on social media as their primary news source the more likely they are to believe misinformation about the pandemic, according to recent survey analysis.

2020-12-14T06:21:48.330128+00:00 IST

Disparities in academic productivity observed during COVID-19 pandemic: Study

Washington [US], November 29 (ANI): Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine (STEMM) discovered that the academic productivity of individuals with children younger than six years decreased after the Covid-19 pandemic.

2020-11-29T16:11:51.994622+00:00 IST

Isolation provokes brain activity similar to that of hunger cravings: Study

Cambridge [US], November 28 (ANI): Neuroscientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have discovered the similarity between brain activities during isolation and the cravings people experience when hungry.

2020-11-28T13:23:47.598666+00:00 IST

Heterogeneous thinkers may possess quick decision-making: Study

Florida [US], November 22 (ANI): A recent mathematical indagation has come up with a new perspective claiming that a group of people with different information may possess better decision-making process than a group of people with homogenous thoughts.

2020-11-22T03:40:13.801534+00:00 IST

Mangoes can be useful in reducing facial wrinkles in older women: Study

Washington [US], November 22 (ANI): A study published in the journal Nutrients by researchers at the University of California, Davis has come across wrinkle reduction feature of Ataulfo mangoes, commonly known as honey or Champagne mangoes that might prove to be potent for older women with fair skin.

2020-11-22T03:08:37.021842+00:00 IST

International Men's Day 2020: Lauding every man

New Delhi [India], November 19 (ANI): With the theme 'better health for men and boys', International Men's Day is being observed today like every year to celebrate men's contribution to society.  

2020-11-19T13:06:33.555865+00:00 IST

Actively speaking two languages protects against cognitive decline, say researchers

Washington [US], November 16 (ANI): Having command of more than one language is enriching and offers people a doorway to other cultures, according to a new study which found that using languages actively provides neurological benefits and protects against cognitive decline associated with ageing.

2020-11-16T16:16:09.511591+00:00 IST

'Anything is possible': Chris Nikic on becoming first athlete with Down syndrome to complete Ironman triathlon

Florida [US], November 11 (ANI): Chris Nikic, a man from Florida, became the first athlete with Down syndrome to complete the Ironman triathlon on Saturday (local time) at the Florida Panhandle event. Not only this, his efforts have earned him a place in the Guinness World Records.

2020-11-11T08:50:42.762071+00:00 IST

Your favorite music can send your brain into pleasure overload

Washington [US], November 3 (ANI): We all know when our favourite song is played in a car or at a concert, it fills us with pleasurable emotion, gives us joyful memories and even send a shiver or chill down to our spine.

2020-11-03T08:06:48.073998+00:00 IST

Depression, social anxiety linked with use of mobile dating apps, says study

New Rochelle [US], November 3 (ANI): Depression symptoms and social anxiety are associated with greater use of mobile dating applications among women, suggested a study.

2020-11-03T07:43:12.864888+00:00 IST

Workplace interruptions lead to physical stress

Zurich [Switzerland], October 28 (ANI): Interruptions in the workplace may lead to physical stress, suggested a study.

2020-10-28T17:49:37.492796+00:00 IST

Social isolation increases risk of high blood pressure, hypertension in women

Vancouver [Canada], October 28 (ANI): Loneliness and social isolation may increase the risk of high blood pressure and hypertension in women, suggested a study.

2020-10-28T17:26:12.930784+00:00 IST

Noise may impact brains of adults, cause difficulty in functioning

Washington [US], October 25 (ANI): Higher levels of noise may impact the brains of older adults, making it difficult to work without help, suggested a study.

2020-10-25T14:28:43.543217+00:00 IST

Study suggests fewer college-aged Americans consume alcohol now

Washington [US], October 17 (ANI): A study suggested that the number of college-aged Americans who drink alcohol has reduced as compared to Americans nearly 20 years ago.

2020-10-17T16:30:50.803072+00:00 IST

Study suggests right kind of boss may help reduce stress, increase engagement in work

Ohio [US], October 17 (ANI): A research study suggested that the right kind of boss can help reduce stress and increase engagement and pro-social behavior in their workers who were anxious about COVID-19.

2020-10-17T16:23:12.824513+00:00 IST

Global Handwashing Day 2020: Prepare your hands to cuddle and care

New Delhi [India], October 15 (ANI): As the only possible way to beat the coronavirus before its vaccine is invented is through maintaing personal hygiene, the significance of global handwashing day has increased several folds this year.

2020-10-15T07:30:47.206290+00:00 IST

Stay in touch with your emotions to reduce pandemic-induced stress, suggests study

Washington [US], October 14 (ANI): Amid the coronavirus pandemic everybody seems to be stressed out to some degree whether it may be anguish over the sickness or death of a friend or family member. It may be anxiety over a job that has been altered or eliminated. These are natural emotions during stressful times, says Emily Kroska, a clinical psychologist at the University of Iowa. The good news, she adds, comes from a new study she led that shows how people might reduce their distress.

2020-10-14T18:28:20.371940+00:00 IST

Study suggests pandemic leads to high level of stress, less employee engagement

Ohio [US], October 12 (ANI): Researchers have suggested coronavirus pandemic may lead people to ponder their own mortality.

2020-10-12T14:23:18.550623+00:00 IST

Study suggests playmate perceive bad temper on child's make-believe aggressive behavior

Cambridge [England], October 11 (ANI): A recent study suggested playmates perceive bad-temper if children incorporate aggressive themes into their pretend play.

2020-10-11T12:28:18.197793+00:00 IST