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An end to population aging in China, Germany, USA
New measures of aging, combined with UN population projections, show that population aging is likely…
Predicting cognitive deficits in people with Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is commonly thought of as a movement disorder, but after years of living…
Trends in emergency room visits and costs for patients with shingles
A new study suggests that while emergency room visits for shingles has decreased for those…
How did bird babysitting co-ops evolve?
It’s easy to make up a story to explain an evolved trait; proving that’s what…
Specific diabetes medications to protect bone health recommended
Type 2 diabetes (T2D) and osteoporosis often coexist in patients, but managing both conditions can…
New ultrasonic ZIP probe tests zinc thickness even while bathed in 450°C molten metal
New probe technology can conduct safety critical testing inside galvanizing kettles equipment while still holding…
Serotonin improves sociability in mouse model of autism
Scientists have linked early serotonin deficiency to several symptoms that occur in autism spectrum disorder…
Sleep-wake rhythms vary widely with age as well as amongst individuals of a given age
The sleep rhythms that reflect circadian systems peak later in teenagers than in adults, and…
Prior knowledge may influence how adults view van Goghs
Adults rely more on top-down processing than children when observing paintings by van Gogh, according…