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Why Are Some People More Severely Affected by Invasive Infections?
Carriers of a certain variant of the STING gene are at greater risk of invasive streptococcal infections, particularly if they encounter the bacterial strains that have increased in the western world since the 1980s.
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Skull Modification Practices of Ancient Japanese Ethnic Group Revealed
New research reveals that the Hirota people, who lived in Japan during the middle of the first millennium, practiced cranial modification – a process where the skulls of infants and young children are bound, warping them out of shape.
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Gene Linked to ALS Disrupts Neuron Structure and Function
A study has described how a gene mutation linked to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) disrupts the stability of neurons and “chokes off” their nuclei, impairing their function, and suggests that an anti-cancer drug could improve stability in lab models.
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Tyrolean Iceman's Genome Unveils Surprising Ancestry and Baldness Clue
Scientists reanalyzed the genome of “Ötzi”, one of the oldest human glacier mummies. Their data reveals new, “surprising” insights into his ancestry and physical characteristics, including the fact he was likely bald and had a “healthy” lifestyle.
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Lampshades Gain New Purpose as Indoor Air Purifiers Thanks to New Catalyst Coating
Researchers have developed a new catalyst coating for lampshades that can take the heat generated by lightbulbs and use it to break down harmful indoor air pollutants.
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The Science of Sourdough's Unique Flavor Has Been Revealed
Sourdough breads have been baked for thousands of years. Sourdough’s simple recipe, which can be tweaked to produce a deep flavor profile, became a staple of thousands of lockdown kitchens. Now, a new analysis of the interior of the bread has revealed the factors that give sourdough its unique taste.
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Using an Octopus Brain To Understand Memory
Researchers have uncovered the neural architecture governing the learning processes of the enigmatic Octopus vulgaris. The research presents a promising model for studying memory networks.
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Genetically Modified Neural Stem Cells Show Potential for Spinal Cord Injuries
A research team has recently made a significant advancement in spinal cord injury treatment by using genetically modified human neural stem cells.
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Some Costly Cancer Drugs Can Have Unclear Patient Benefits
New cancer drugs are being launched rapidly before their long-term effectiveness for patients can be evaluated. A new study suggests that there is still a lack of evidence for many new cancer drugs, even several years after their launch.
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Study Sheds Light on Understanding Drugs' Impact on the Body
Research reveals detailed maps of how drugs are transformed in the body, how their levels change over time and how these changes are directly related to the body's biochemical responses.
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