When we think about cognitive health, we often focus on mental tasks. But what about physical strength, walking abilities, and balance? Some tests in these areas might just give us early clues about how well an older adult's brain is functioning. This review looked into which physical tests could be
Yeast display is a popular tool in finding antibodies and engineering proteins. It uses yeast cells, which can be screened with a method called fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS). This helps in selecting from a pool of genes. However, yeast cells have a wider range of sizes compared to mamma
Alzheimer's disease is a complex brain condition that currently has limited treatment options. Scientists are focusing on a protein called BACE-1, which is a key player in the disease. To find new ways to block this protein, researchers used a method called virtual screening. They examined 20, 000 t
Greenwich Entertainment has snagged the U. S. distribution rights for Durga Chew-Bose's first film, "Bonjour Tristesse". This movie is based on a famous 1950s novel of the same name by Françoise Sagan. The film had its big debut at the Toronto International Film Festival. The cast includes some big
Have you ever thought about the challenges newborns face? One of the major concerns is congenital hypothyroidism (CH), a condition where babies are born with an underactive thyroid. This can slow down their growth and development, leading to mental delays. CH is linked to both genetic and environmen
Screening for breast and cervical cancers early can make a big difference in saving lives. But did you know that the rates of these screenings can vary greatly in the Military Health System (MHS)? Researchers are trying to figure out what might be causing these differences. Imagine you're in the mi
Ever heard of colorectal cancer (CRC)? It's a big deal, and doctors recommend getting a colonoscopy every 10 years to check for it. But recent studies are questioning this timeline. Even after a clean colonoscopy, some people might still have a risk of CRC. Should we be checking again sooner? That's
Imagine if we could predict how drugs might harm our nerves before they're even tested on people? That's what a new study is doing with a special system that mimics our body's tiny environments. Scientists used human nerve cells, grown from stem cells, and put them in a tiny structure called a micro
Imagine if we could create a better way to grow heart cells in a lab. That's exactly what researchers are trying to do with a new combination: graphene and SU-8. They've found that by using graphene, they can help heart cells, called cardiomyocytes, grow faster and communicate better. Graphene, a t
A recent survey showed that most adults in the US want their primary-care doctors to ask about their mental well-being. But surprisingly, only one in three say this actually happens during checkups. What's going on? Dr. Turner from Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles shared some thoughts. He says that
