Epigenetic clocks measure DNA methylation to guess a person's biological age. These are different to the age shown on our birth certificate. However. there are still many unknowns about how lifestyle factors and physiological conditions can influence these epigenetic markers in Asian populations.
The University of North Texas Health Science Center recently said goodbye to its president, Sylvia Trent-Adams. She was in the role for over two years before stepping down. The news came with a twist. The university is going to pay her $560, 000 as per a mutual agreement. The exact reasons for her r
First, let's talk about true crime documentaries. They've got this weird pull, like a magnet. Everyone's seen them, right? They all follow the same rules. It's like a game where you know the moves. They show old footage of kids playing, or use the same opening credits. It's like a pattern that every
People suffering from Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP) face a never-ending battle against stubborn and painful skin eruptions, described as red pus-filled bumps. These periodic flare-ups, accompanied by constant inflammation, can significantly harm a person both physically and mentally. Affecte
The Texas Senate could really shake things up when they vote on a bill with a $1 billion dollar plan to finance private education. This bill, known as a voucher scheme, is taking the lawmakers by storm. The precise details makes it seem like the state will create an education savings fund for new
Ever thought about how your age might affect how you vote or what you believe? The Symposium on Generations and Political Change dives into this very idea, exploring how different age groups influence political behavior and views. As time goes on, younger people will take the pla
Researchers have looked at natural ion channels for inspiration. This is because they are good for moving ions across cell membranes. Imagine you're building a battery with water-based electrolyte. Water likes to stick to ions, making it hard to move them around. This causes problems because wa
This past month, there has been some trouble with the oysters. This happened in the water around the Louisiana Chandeleur Islands. People in New Orleans had stomach issues, later the health people found out it was because they ate oysters from an area that was recalled. These oyste
Russian elections in 2011 and 2012 have a peculiar and surprising pattern in their numbers. These elections were not just about who won or lost. It was a surprising case of anomalies that seemed to favor the pro-government party, United Russia. This party is linked to the leader Vladimir Putin.
Picture this: scientists diving into the world of MRI scans and clever math. They are not just looking at pictures of pituitary tumors. They are trying to predict how they will behave. This study began with 129 patients. They divided them into two groups. The first group was the training squad. The
