science
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Apathy: The forgotten symptom of dementiaApathy is the most common neuropsychiatric symptom of dementia, with a bigger impact on function than memory loss -- yet it is under-researched and...
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New insight into microRNA function can give gene therapy a boost
Scientists have shown that small RNA molecules occurring naturally in cells, i.e. microRNAs, are also abundant in cell nuclei. Previously,...
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Parkinson's: New study associates oxidative stress with the spreading of aberrant proteins
Oxidative stress could be a driving force in the spreading of aberrant proteins involved in Parkinson's disease.
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New spin on molecular oxygen
Reactive molecular oxygen singlets have a multitude of uses in chemistry and medicine, but they are less abundant than non-reactive oxygen...
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Megakaryocytes act as 'bouncers' restraining cell migration in the bone marrow
Scientists found that megakaryocytes act as 'bouncers' and thus modulate bone marrow niche properties and cell migration dynamics.
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Little genes, big conservation: Scientists study genetic rescue
A new article examines the potential and uncertainties of attempting genetic rescue, a conservation approach that involves moving a small number of...
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Sea level rise requires extra management to maintain salt marshes
Salt marshes are important habitats for fish and birds and protect coasts under sea level rise against stronger wave attacks. However, marshes...
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New study works with historically disenfranchised communities to combat sudden oak death
Science often reflects the priorities of dominant industries and ignores the needs of disenfranchised communities, resulting in the perpetuation of...
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Monitoring air quality after Fourth of July fireworks in US
The U.S. recently celebrated the Fourth of July with dazzling fireworks displays in many cities. After the 'oohs' and 'ahhs' faded, some people...
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New study reveals surprising gender disparity in work-life balance
Work-life balance and its association with life satisfaction have been garnering a lot of interest. Life satisfaction plays a crucial role in the...
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p38 protein regulates the formation of new blood vessels
A new study demonstrates that inhibition of the p38 protein boosts the formation of blood vessels in human and mice colon cancers. Known as...
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Modeling tool addresses uncertainty in military logistics planning
Military deployments to austere environments -- whether humanitarian missions or combat operations -- involve extensive logistical planning, which...
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Mirren slams 'heartbreaking' move to axe free TV licencesDame Helen Mirren has joined the fight to save free TV licences for all over-75s - describing the decision to axe the provision as "heartbreaking".