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Science News for November 23, 2014


G20 talk fest echoed on Twitter

The G20 summit attracted a massive Twitter presence, with the US and its leaders dominating conversations. Dr Peta Mitchell's interactive map revealed over 19,000 geo-referenced tweets within Brisbane's declared zones, showcasing the event's global reach and public engagement.

SourceQueensland University of Technology·DateNov 23, 2014

'Good fat' could help manage type 2 diabetes

Researchers have discovered that brown fat, which burns calories and absorbs excess sugar, could be used to control blood glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes. The study found that activating brown fat cells could lead to a new way of managing the disease without daily insulin injections.

SourceMonash University·JournalJournal of Cell Biology·DateNov 23, 2014
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Suicide risk falls substantially after talk therapy

Researchers found that psychosocial counseling significantly reduced repeat suicide attempts and deaths by suicide, with benefits lasting up to five years. The study's findings suggest that talk therapy-focused suicide prevention can be an effective strategy for populations at high risk of suicide.

SourceJohns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health·JournalThe Lancet Psychiatry·DateNov 23, 2014