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Brain's primary auditory cortex is more responsive to human vocalizations
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
The subjective experience of sound involves various psychological and cognitive factors that give sounds additional meaning and significance. The frequency and loudness of sounds that we hear around us literally describe those sounds. But for humans, sounds carry significance that goes beyon
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Researchers reveal how watching clock while trying to sleep impacts insomn
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
According to study by an Indiana University researcher, keeping an eye on the time as you try to fall asleep increases insomnia and the need for sleep medications; but, a slight adjustment could improve your quality of sleep.
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Study finds how chemical exposure increases risk of Parkinson's disease
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Parkinson's disease risk may rise by 70 percent after two years of prolonged exposure to TCE, a liquid chemical that remains in the air, water, and soil.
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Study reveals how cells select DNA damage repair pathways
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
DNA is widely recognized as the blueprint for life, and it is required for an organism to assist biological functions. DNA may be damaged by a variety of circumstances, including radical metabolites, radiation, and some toxic compounds. Because DNA is a two-stranded molecule, any one or both
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Study gives more insight into microbiome of hip, knee osteoarthritis
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According to a study, next-generation DNA sequencing (NGS) methods reveal the presence of bacterial DNA in surgical specimens of hip and knee arthritis from patients having first-time total joint arthroplasty.
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Study finds climate change likely to expose species across globe to danger
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Climate change is expected to rapidly push species over tipping thresholds when their geographic ranges reach unanticipated temperatures, according to a new study led by a UCL researcher.
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New technique for early detection of foodborne bacteria: Study
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In order to protect consumers from becoming ill, produce such as lettuce and spinach are frequently tested for foodborne pathogenic bacteria such as salmonella, listeria monocytogenes, and pathogenic strains of E. coli.
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Air pollution particles trigger cellular defense mechanisms: Study
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
Lung disease and air pollution have long been associated with one another. A recent study has identified one biological mechanism that may be responsible for that connection; this finding may offer fresh information on how to cure or prevent diseases caused by exposure to pollution.
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Vegan mothers' breastmilk contains two important nutrients: Study
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The levels of carnitine and vitamin B2 in breast milk, two elements crucial for the growth of a newborn, are not affected by a vegan diet. These are the findings of a study conducted by the Amsterdam University Medical Centre.
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AI voice coach shows promise in treating depression, anxiety: Study
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
The findings of a recent pilot study headed by academics from the University of Illinois Chicago suggest that artificial intelligence may be a beneficial aid in the treatment of mental illness.
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Time of day may determine amount of fat burned by cold exposure: Study
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
Short-term cold exposure triggers brown fat, which burns calories and has become an appealing target for promoting cardiometabolic health. According to recent research presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO) in Dublin, Ireland, this biological reaction varies depending on
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Study finds how time of day determines effectiveness of cold exposure in b
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Brown fat, which burns calories and has become a popular target to encourage cardiometabolic health, is activated by brief exposure to cold temperatures.
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