Apple has just kicked off a massive health research project. It's not like anything they've done before. This time, they're not focusing on just one area of health. Instead, they're gathering data from iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods to find new links between different aspects of our health, bot
For years, the National Institute of Mental Health has been pushing for a shift in how we study mental health. They want scientists to focus on the brain's biology rather than just diagnosing problems by symptoms. This approach is called Research Domain Criteria, or RDoC for short. It's like looking
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a devastating disease that is typically managed by a team of specialists. Some of these specialists focus on palliative care. This special branch of healthcare aims to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life, especially for patients in the late stages of A
Let's dive into the world of tiny tags used by scientists to study living cells. These tags, known as "tetraines, " are a big deal in a field called "bio-chemistry. " Bio-chemistry is all about making things react when a certain thing happens. Tetraines are invisible until they react with somet
Imagine robots as part of everyday life, interacting with us just like an iPhone does today. This isn’t just a dream. Apple, the tech giant from Cupertino, California, is reportedly diving into the world of robotics for consumer use. Not a surprise, given the rapid advancements in artificial intell
A man from Alabama, along with some accomplices, managed to take over a high-level government account to boost the price of Bitcoin. The scheme was simple, but sneaky. They hijacked the X account of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and posted a fake news that the SEC had approved Bitc
Imagine running on a treadmill, and you don’t need to check your pulse or pace. Your wireless earbuds will keep you updated. Apple introduces Powerbeats Pro 2 with a new heart rate monitoring feature. The earbuds have a built-in sensor that sends real-time data to the user. The chip inside has be
MAC-PD (Mycobacterium avium complex pulmonary disease) is a big challenge for doctors and patients alike. The usual treatments don't always work well, and they can cause nasty side effects. This makes it hard for patients to finish their treatment as planned. When someone shows up with long
“ People known for record music are also famous for doing, saying and wearing things to gain attention”. The attention this time was on the rapper. He aired a controversial commercial. The promo aired in some markets during the Super Bowl. So what was this about? A website selling t-shirts with
The APPROACH pilot study looked at how well people with cancer could use a smartphone app and extra support to get more exercise. They used a simple app called NHS Active 10, which helped them track their steps and encouraged them to walk faster. On top of that, participants got calls and helpful pr
