Albert Einstein College of Medicine researchers have been awarded a five-year, $3.5 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study the effects of COVID-19 on the brains of adults who had mild or asymptomatic infection. Using neuroimaging, cognitive, and immunological tests, the investigators will examine if SARS-CoV-2 infection induces lasting changes in […]
New study finds food eaten by millions can cause vision loss – ‘unlikely to be restored’
Eye health: Nutritionist reveals foods that protect your eyes We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Diet is an overlooked cause of […]
Acetaminophen Linked to Diminished Response to Immunotherapy in Cancer
French investigators are warning about using acetaminophen in patients with cancer who are taking immune checkpoint blockers. The team found a strong association between the use of acetaminophen and a decreased response to immune checkpoint inhibitors in a study of three clinical cohorts involving more than 600 patients with advanced cancer. Patients who took acetaminophen […]
The origin of monkeypox outbreaks in non-endemic nations
In a recent review posted to the OSF* preprint server, the author explained the causes of the mysterious origin of the recent monkeypox outbreaks in non-endemic nations outside Africa. Study: The origin of the mysterious multi-country monkeypox outbreak in non-endemic countries. Image Credit: FOTOGRIN/Shutterstock Background Monkeypox cases are on the rise in several non-endemic nations […]
Guide to Upgrade Modules in Destiny 2
The main form of progression in Destiny 2 is getting better gear. Unlike in many other games, your character’s level is determined directly by their equipment. Finding new weapons and armor pieces with higher Power Levels than the ones you already possess is the simplest way to advance. However, those items also possess unique perks […]
Insomnia: The sweet treat to have before bed to help you get the sleep you need – expert
Lorraine: Daisy Maskell discusses living with insomnia We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info According to a study conducted last year by […]
Open multiplexing with Cell DIVE offers cancer researchers more choices
New features enable scalability for all researchers with manual or automated workflows Image credit: Leica Microsystems GmbH 7 June 2022, Wetzlar, Germany – Leica Microsystems, a leading provider of microscopy and scientific instruments, has introduced a new generation of its multiplexed imaging solution, Cell DIVE, including software and hardware improvements. The more scalable and efficient multiplexing […]
Patient Centricity: A Goal for Clinical Trials?
IntroductionInitiatives to Drive Patient Centricity in Clinical TrialsThe Need for Patient Centricity: Cardiovascular TrialsConclusionReferences Over time, there has been a shift in the pharmaceutical industry from disease-centered to patient-centered healthcare approaches. Patient-centric clinical trials involve designing and conducting a clinical trial centered around a patient. Such clinical trials heavily depend on the perspectives and needs […]
How can Ukrainians access mental health services in the UK?
We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info We all know how to look after our physical health, from getting some exercise and […]
People often use ratios in their decision-making when they should use absolutes and vice-versa
A new theory of economic decision-making from Mina Mahmoudi, a lecturer in the Department of Economics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, offers an explanation as to why humans, in general, make decisions that are simply adequate, not optimal. In research published today in the Review of Behavioral Economics, Dr. Mahmoudi theorizes an aspect of relative thinking […]