Deep-brain imaging in awake mice reveals how light resets the circadian clock by activating complex SCN neuron networks.
Lab develops far-red dopamine sensor for real-time brain imaging
A multidisciplinary team led by Professor Li Yulong from the School of Life Sciences at Peking University has developed a far-red fluorescent dopamine (DA) probe that enables real-time, multiplex imaging of neurotransmitters in the living brain.
Despite what you learned at school, insulin isn’t just made in the pancreas
Your brain makes insulin—the same insulin produced by your pancreas. The same insulin that is not produced in people with type 1 diabetes and the same insulin that does not work properly in people with type 2 diabetes.
Sleep loss rewires the brain for cravings and weight gain. A neurologist explains the science behind the cycle
You stayed up too late scrolling through your phone, answering emails or watching just one more episode. The next morning, you feel groggy and irritable. That sugary pastry or greasy breakfast sandwich suddenly looks more appealing than your usual yogurt and berries. By the afternoon, chips or candy from the break room call your name. This isn’t just about willpower. Your brain, short on rest, is nudging you toward quick, high-calorie fixes.
Home accidents as important as road traffic crashes, study finds
Accidents occurring in the home are a substantial cause of non-fatal injuries requiring medical care in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs)—with women disproportionately affected, a new study reveals.
Improving the well-being of health care workers
Helping certified nursing assistants advance their careers could fight burnout, high turnover
New COVID variant, NB.1.8.1, may now make up 1 in 3 US cases
A new COVID-19 variant that led to a spike in hospital cases across parts of Asia may now account for more than one‐third of all COVID cases in the U.S., health officials say.
Key blood proteins which predict future cognitive decline identified
In a study that holds significance for individuals with cerebrovascular disease, scientists from the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore (NUS Medicine), have found proteins in the blood that predict future cognitive decline and dementia.
New study warns of risks in AI mental health tools
Therapy is a well-tested approach to helping people with mental health challenges, yet research shows that nearly 50% of individuals who could benefit from therapeutic services are unable to reach them.
Bugaboo recalls 18,000+ Giraffe high chairs due to fall risk
Parents, take note: Bugaboo is recalling more than 18,000 of its Giraffe high chairs following reports of the legs separating from the frame. The issue could cause babies to fall and get hurt.