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Prevalence of COVID-19 taste loss estimated by researchers
Updated : 4 years, 4 months ago IST
Pennsylvania [US], February 17 (ANI): One of the most common symptoms of COVID-19 is definitely loss of smell and taste. Reports of taste loss have been on the rise over the last two years. The taste dysfunction comes in different forms, including ageusia (total taste loss), hypogeusia (part
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Research reveals 45,000 marine species are at risk due to climate change,
Updated : 4 years, 4 months ago IST
Brisbane [Australia], February 17 (ANI): One of the most unfortunate effects of climate change is the impact it has on the species of marine life. University of Queensland researchers and global marine experts reviewed marine biology literature and categorised a wide range of threats - from
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Study reveals positive results for treatment of major depression
Updated : 4 years, 4 months ago IST
Maryland [US], February 16 (ANI): Psychedelics are a class of hallucinogenic drugs whose primary effect is to trigger non-ordinary states of consciousness. Previous studies by Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers showed that psychedelic treatment with psilocybin relieved major depressive disor
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Researchers link transient blood pressure rise to learning in brain
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Gothenburg [Sweden], February 15 (ANI): It is natural for people to get stressed in their everyday work, but at times, this stress can lead to an increase in blood pressure. Recent research has revealed that minor everyday rises in blood pressure due to short-term stressors can be linked to
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Researchers discover first evidence indicating respiratory infection in di
Updated : 4 years, 4 months ago IST
Montana [US], February 15 (ANI): A group of researchers from around the country, including University of New Mexico Research Assistant Professor Ewan Wolff, have discovered the first evidence of a unique respiratory infection in the fossilized remains of a dinosaur that lived nearly 150 mill
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Researchers identify 'Math neurons' in brain
Updated : 4 years, 4 months ago IST
Tubingen [Germany], February 15 (ANI): Does your brain fire up during additions, subtractions and other mathematical operations? A recent study conducted by the Universities of Tubingen and Bonn showed that the brain has neurons that fired specifically during certain mathematical operations.
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Merck Foundation marks International Day of Girls and Women in Science thr
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Abuja [Nigeria]/Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 15 (ANI/BusinessWire India): Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, marks 'International Day of Girls and Women in Science 2022' through their Merck Foundation STEM program and "Educating Linda" program.
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Researchers find trove of proteins possibly influencing cystic fibrosis
Updated : 4 years, 4 months ago IST
Ontario [Canada], February 14 (ANI): A new study by researchers at the University of Toronto has identified hundreds of new proteins that could play a role in cystic fibrosis, and which may shed light on why some patients responded better than others to current therapies.
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Researchers call for greater clarity on what constitutes 'mental health pr
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Bath [England], February 14 (ANI): Theoretical models refer to a theory, or a set of theories, which seek to explain how an issue should be understood and responded to. A model for mental health problems refers to the causes and characteristics of the condition. Now, a new review of the theo
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Researchers combine traditional mandala colouring and brain sensing techno
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Lancashire [England], February 14 (ANI): Mandalas are geometric configurations of shapes with their origins in Buddhist traditions. The colouring of mandala shapes has become increasingly popular as a way for people to attempt 'mindfulness', a way of being present in the moment. Recent resea
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Researchers develop fitness sensor that monitors health
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Thuwal [Saudi Arabia], February 14 (ANI): Perspiration is basically sweating from sweat glands, often in response to heat, exercise or stress. Researchers have developed a fitness sensor that monitors the sweat of a person and keeps a check on their health.
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Infusion of 3D cellular structures has potential to repair damaged intesti
Updated : 4 years, 4 months ago IST
Tokyo [Japan], February 14 (ANI): Ulcerative colitis, the inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and ulcers (sores) in the digestive tract, also affects the innermost lining of the colon and rectum. It can be a debilitating condition and can sometimes lead to life-threaten
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