Ever heard of mesencephalic astrocyte-derived neurotrophic factor (MANF)? It's a brain protein that might be a game-changer in the fight against Parkinson's disease (PD). PD is the second most common brain disorder that causes dopamine neurons in the brain to die off over time. One of the main culpr
Samsung has unveiled its latest TV lineup at CES 2025, and it's all about reducing glare and enhancing AI features. The company is incorporating its anti-glare screen technology into more models, including the brand-new S95F QD-OLED and the flagship Mini LED sets. These screens can reach impressive
Ever wondered why pharmaceutical CEOs might need extra education? Well, it's not just about business and finance anymore. These top bosses often struggle with understanding the complex world of research and development (R&D). Unlike their staff, who spend years learning the ropes, CEOs may not grasp
Kids with brain development issues caused by KCNQ2 variants face a tough time getting diagnosed. This is because these variants are quite diverse and their effects aren't clear. Let's take a look at one child who had seizures right after birth, along with moderate brain development problems. This ch
Ever wondered how big life changes like divorce or job loss affect where we live? It turns out, they can push us to move, especially back to familiar places or towards family. This isn't just a one-time thing; these moves can happen right after the event or even years later. Researchers in the US lo
These tiny packages, called extracellular vesicles (EVs), are making waves in medicine. They come from brain cells and are being studied as a treatment option. Scientists want to make sure they can collect lots of these EVs safely and effectively. One method they're looking at is monolith chromatogr
Ed Stack didn't love working at his dad's tiny sporting goods store. But after college, he returned and, with his siblings, bought the business. They renamed it Dick's Sporting Goods and grew it into a massive chain with over 860 locations. What's the secret to their success? Ed shares eight key les
Half a century ago, the medical community got a game-changer. Sir Graham Teasdale and Bryan Jennett introduced the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) in The Lancet. They wanted a clear, easy-to-use tool to rate coma levels. Back then, doctors used different words for consciousness. It was confusing. The GCS c
Watching videos can be a solo or group activity. It turns out that how our brains respond to this differs hugely. Scientists decided to take a closer look. They got people to watch short videos and rate how much they anticipated enjoying them and how pleased they felt afterward. The brain activity w
Graph neural networks could benefit greatly from specialized hardware. Memristors, especially those made from robust and epitaxial films, can make these networks more efficient and better at handling graph-structured data. These memristors are made from materials like gadolinium-doped hafnium oxide
