Decreased inhibitory ability in late adulthood can lead to prejudice, social inappropriateness, depression, and gambling problems. Poor inhibition also predicts increased rumination, leading to depression. Scheduling social activities earlier in the day may help mitigate these issues.
A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that multiple corticosteroid injections in pregnant women are linked to an increased rate of cerebral palsy among children. The study suggests that exposure to repeat courses should be limited to minimize this risk.
A study in primates suggests that infants and children carrying a specific gene variant may be more vulnerable to the effects of fetal alcohol exposure. The research identifies a potential genetic marker for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, which can help recognize susceptible individuals early on.
The UNC School of Pharmacy team has developed a new synthetic form of heparin called Recomparin, which is less complex and easier to produce than previous forms. This reduction in structural complexity is expected to lower the risk of uncontrolled bleeding while maintaining the drug's anticoagulant properties.
The study reveals that Clostridium difficile spores can thrive on asymptomatic patients and their surroundings, posing a significant transmission risk. This finding has dramatic implications for healthcare workers and recommends extending contact precautions to discharged patients with a previous history of CDAD.
French scientists Christian Sardet and Ali Saib have won the EMBO Award for Communication in the Life Sciences. They use innovative media to educate researchers, students, and the broader public about science.
The Economic and Social Research Council's (ESRC) largest-ever education research programme has identified key principles for effective teaching and learning. These principles are designed to support children's motivation, collaboration skills and intellectual challenge, as well as develop their ability to learn throughout life.
Yanczura supported the activation of the new Oxygen Generation Assembly on the International Space Station (ISS) and developed a real-time data connection system. He also trained the Hamilton Sundstrand staff on using the new technology, establishing it as a self-sustained project.
A recent study published in The Journal of Immunology found that SIV infection in monkeys does not always lead to AIDS, contradicting current thinking. Researchers propose that host/virus co-adaptation enables monkeys to limit T cell immune activation and apoptosis, a mechanism that contributes to disease progression.
A new topical lotion has shown high degree of safety and tolerability in treating toenail fungus. The treatment avoids systemic absorption, reducing risks of cardiac and liver toxicity associated with current oral medications.
Despite predictions of collapse, Amazon forests in drought-stricken regions grew more vigorously during the 2005 drought, indicating a positive response to drought conditions. This finding contradicts global climate models and suggests a negative feedback loop that could slow down global warming.
A new study found that children with language impairments struggle to recall story details, unlike their peers without impairments. Researchers emphasize the importance of engaging children in daily experiences to improve understanding and enjoyment of stories.
Researchers developed a method for assessing wind turbine removal and recycling, considering future impacts up to 2050. The study aims to reduce negative effects of wind power by adopting an interactive approach.
A new dinosaur species, Cerasinops hodgskissi, has been identified from a 80-million-year-old fossil found in Montana, sharing characteristics with Neo-ceratopsian dinosaurs in North America and Asia. The specimen, weighing 30-40 pounds and standing 3 feet tall, was discovered by Jack Horner and Brenda Chinnery in 1983.
Research suggests that genetic factors influence women's choices about parenthood, and that this may lead to a shift towards more traditional family structures. Dr. Lonnie Aarssen argues that biological evolution will drive future generations of women towards having children as a priority.
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have identified nearly 350 genes related to female fertility, providing a new understanding of the causes of female infertility. These discoveries may lead to improved diagnostic tests and tailored therapy for infertile women.
The new guidelines offer clear recommendations on diagnosis and management of cows' milk allergy (CMA), recommending only extensively hydrolysed and amino acid-based formulas. Alternative milks such as soy, sheep, and goat are not recommended due to risk of cross-reactivity.
The levels of vitamin E necessary to reduce oxidative stress are far higher than those commonly used in clinical trials, according to new research. Vitamin E supplements at these levels may help prevent or treat cardiovascular disease by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation.
Researchers developed a new maize model that simulates kernel formation, increasing accuracy of crop yield predictions. By accounting for pollen movement and other factors, the modified CERES-Maize model provides more accurate estimates across various environmental conditions.
A German-American research team has isolated bacteria from marine sediments that utilize propane and butane as their sole source of carbon and energy. These unique organisms employ an unprecedented biochemical mechanism to transform hydrocarbons into reactive metabolites.