A Regenstrief Institute study found that over two-thirds of generic drugs have differing safety-warning labels from brand-name equivalents. The majority of discrepancies were small, but nine percent showed significant differences in side effects.
Researchers found postpartum women exhibit reduced stress response to images unrelated to their babies compared to childless women. Oxytocin nasal spray administration showed similar brain activity and reduced subjective stress in childless women, suggesting its role in these changes.
Researchers have shed new light on the sudden appearance of flowering plants, revealing a 45 million-year evolutionary history. Angiosperms colonized aquatic environments over three phases, with co-evolution with insects playing a vital role in their spread.
A new study using Pokemon experts and non-experts found that a more generalized system processes faces and expert objects, supporting the expertise hypothesis. Brain signals in the fusiform face area were stronger in experts when looking at Pokemon characters.
An international team of biologists led by IU has identified the enzyme and molecular mechanism controlling chromatic acclimation in Synechococcus, a cyanobacteria that maximizes light harvesting for photosynthesis. This discovery has implications for healthcare and climate change research.
Children with developmental coordination disorder can improve their fine motor skills through a unique virtual reality training program. The study, published in the Journal of Child Neurology, used a three-dimensional virtual reality device to help children with DCD overcome their motor skill impairments.
A new neuroimaging study suggests that negative messages are not an effective way to deter drug and alcohol abuse, particularly among those who are substance-dependent. The study found that the brains of substance-dependent individuals show lower brain activity in response to negatively framed messages, leading to riskier decisions.
The Indianapolis Discovery Network for Dementia's collaborative approach combines human interaction with technology to improve dementia care. The network has developed innovative tools, such as the Anticholinergic Cognitive Burden Scale and the Healthy Aging Brain Care Monitor, which are now in worldwide use.
Researchers at Indiana University found a way to combine two hormones into a single molecule, producing more effective weight loss with fewer side effects. The hormone combination targets the hypothalamus and pancreas, reducing the risk of cancer and stroke.
Researchers at Indiana University School of Medicine have reported the first effective therapy for plexiform neurofibromas, tumors caused by neurofibromatosis type 1. The drug imatinib mesylate provided relief to a significant number of patients with NF1, improving symptoms and reducing tumor size.
Women undergoing IVF report decreased sexual desire, interest in activity, and satisfaction with their relationship, as well as increased difficulty with orgasm and pain
A new study from Indiana University found that excessive soda consumption and screen time contribute to overweight and weight gain in students. In contrast, a regular meal pattern with at least three meals a day appears to be an effective strategy for achieving healthy weight.
A recent Indiana survey found nearly 75% of Hoosiers in favor of a statewide or community indoor workplace smoking ban. The study suggests that policy makers have the backing of their constituents to pass such legislation. Support was consistent across most groups, with strong backing from non-smokers and those unaware of health risks.
A study found that local farmer's markets and community-supported agriculture programs primarily attract a higher-income, privileged consumer base. The research highlights the need for broader access to fresh foods through alternative payment plans and strategic efforts. Alternative payment models exist, but their adoption is limited.
Prominent wildlife biologists advocate for a national network to coordinate state, federal, and private initiatives. The proposed network aims to identify at-risk species, coordinate conservation efforts, and share information to address threats like climate change and novel diseases.
A study by Indiana University found that physical activity enhances muscle reflexes and coordination across both sides of the body in people of all ages. This improved coordination can help prevent falls and reduce the risk of injury.
Researchers found that daily exercise improves nerve regeneration in both males and females, requiring androgens like testosterone. The study's results provide a basis for developing future treatments tailored to men and women's needs.
Researchers from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business found that companies should only separate CEO and chair roles when there is a performance problem. The 'demotion strategy', which keeps the CEO but brings in an independent chair, was found to be the most corrective approach, reversing prior year's performance by 150%.
Researchers discovered two compounds, IC87201 and ZL006, that disrupt nitrous oxide production in the brain, reducing fear responses in rats. The findings suggest that disrupting this process may offer a means of preventing long-term post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms.
A study by Indiana University found that neuroimaging can predict the course of substance addiction treatment. Individuals with reduced self-regulatory control over behavior tend to have lower brain activity, which may indicate a higher risk of relapse.
The IU and Regenstrief clinician-researchers will work with 19 central Indiana nursing facilities to improve the quality of care, reduce hospitalizations, and increase access to palliative care for long-stay residents. The comprehensive four-year initiative, OPTIMISTIC, aims to transform institutional care and address the neglected nee...
A new diagnostic and antibiotic discovery tool has been developed using multicolored probes targeting cell wall synthesis in bacteria. This method enables fine spatiotemporal tracking of cell wall dynamics and will broadly impact basic and applied research on bacterial growth and control.
According to IU professor Mike Conway, the term 'anchor man' was coined for a game show and not Walter Cronkite. Research found that John Cameron Swayze was the first person referred to as 'anchor man' on NBC's quiz show 'Who Said That?' in October 1948.
A new Indiana University research study found that social bullying is prevalent in children's television, with 92% of top programs featuring characters involved in social aggression. Social aggression was more likely to be enacted by attractive perpetrators and featured in humorous contexts, posing a risk for young viewers.
An Indiana University assistant professor will evaluate the effectiveness of a nationwide training program to aid people with impaired vision in making safe street-crossing decisions. The research aims to improve pedestrian safety and quality of life for elderly, visually impaired, or blind individuals.
A team of researchers at Indiana University has discovered that spontaneous mutation rates in E. coli DNA are three times lower than previously thought. The study also found that mismatch repair proteins play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of guanine-cytosine and adenine-thymine content in the genome.
Indiana University chemists have developed a new synthesis of artemisinin, allowing for the production of fully synthetic artemisinin on a gram scale. This breakthrough could help reduce the cost of the life-saving antimalarial drug and increase its availability worldwide.
A new paper by Matthew Baggetta argues that both voluntary associations and civic engagement are essential for creating good citizens. The study found that participation in associations can change people's behavior and attitudes, leading to a more engaged citizenry.
A new study suggests that the 'pro-ana' online community provides a way for individuals with eating disorders to express themselves without judgment, leading to improved mood and increased support. Researchers found that nearly 20% of participants were in recovery, highlighting the potential benefits of this community for treatment.
A study by Indiana University sociologist Jessica McCrory Calarco found that middle-class parents encourage their children to ask questions and seek help, while working-class parents coach them to avoid problems. This difference in parenting approaches can impact children's ability to interact with institutions later in life.
The author analyzed congressional hearings from 1965 and 2001 to show how policymakers' views on parental involvement have shifted. In the past, parents were seen as part of the problem, while schools were expected to solve issues through extra funding.
A recent study by Indiana University researchers found no association between housing-mortgage stress and crime rates in US metropolitan areas. Despite anecdotal evidence, the research indicates that higher levels of housing-mortgage stress do not correlate with violent or property crime rates.
James McKinlay aims to create a cooperative relationship between two microbial species to produce efficient hydrogen gas biofuel. The goal is to overcome the challenge of single microbes performing all necessary tasks, and instead, work together like diverse microbes in nature.
Forest soils lose more carbon under elevated CO2 levels, contrary to previous assumptions. The IU-led research reveals that microorganisms play a key role in this process.
Physician-owned specialty hospitals are driven by commercial interests rather than patient care, argues Indiana University professor Joshua Perry. Despite providing jobs and revenue, these hospitals treat a lower percentage of severely ill patients and have higher costs and utilization rates compared to general hospitals.
A study from Indiana University Kelley School of Business found that mutual fund managers over-weight companies from their home states by 12 percent, resulting in excessively risky portfolios. The practice is more pronounced among inexperienced managers and those with limited resources.
A new study proposes a communication routing strategy in the brain that mimics the American highway system, with select hubs forming the influential network known as the 'rich club'. This network provides quick and effective communication between billions of brain cells, with long-distance neural pathways favoring rich club connections.
Researchers from Indiana University have conducted the most in-depth genetic analysis of defense systems used by trillions of micro-organisms to fend off viruses. The study identifies 64 known and 86 novel types of CRISPRs, providing a history of past exposures to outside invaders like plasmids and bacteriophages.
A study by Indiana University found that teens and young adults from multiple disadvantaged groups face more discrimination than their peers, resulting in poorer health outcomes. The research analyzed data from 1,052 participants and revealed a significant gap in health problems between those with and without multiple disadvantages.
Indiana University's Kelley School of Business is hosting 100 college students from across the Middle East and North Africa for a four-week program. The students will develop business plans, social entrepreneurship, nonprofit management, and other topics before competing in a team business plan competition upon their return home.
Researchers found strong relationships between aggressive behavior and individual variation in genes related to testosterone processing in the brain. The study suggests that selection can shape aggression through changes in gene expression, independent of circulating testosterone levels.
A new study suggests that elite runners may perform best at 18-22 days after altitude training due to ventilatory acclimatization. The research aims to help athletes plan for major competitions by providing a more accurate estimate of the optimal return timing.
A new study from Indiana University found little difference in swim performance between male and female childhood athletes under the age of 8. The researchers also discovered similar performance levels among 11- and 12-year-old swimmers, with pubertal changes affecting older athletes.
Researchers found that highly active middle-aged subjects avoid arterial stiffening associated with aging. The study suggests that high physical activity may be more beneficial for women than men in preventing cardiovascular disease.
A study led by Indiana University professor Nicole Martins found that TV exposure decreases self-esteem in black girls and boys, while improving it for white boys. The study suggests that media portrayal plays a significant role in this disparity.
Researchers found yoga improved strength, endurance, and gait speed in veterans with chronic stroke after an eight-week program. Yoga also showed promise for improving neuromuscular control, leading to potential benefits for clinical practice in gait recovery.
Researchers at Indiana University have conducted two studies on bisexual individuals, finding that women who identify as bisexual or lesbian report better health when their sexual identity matches their recent sexual history. In contrast, queer-identified women's mental, physical, and sexual well-being is not related to the gender of t...
A new study suggests that MTV shows '16 and Pregnant' and 'Teen Mom' send mixed messages about teenage pregnancy. The study found that frequent viewers whose fathers communicated openly with them about sex were less likely to have recently had sex, while those whose fathers rarely did so were more likely.
A team of Indiana University biologists has shown that species diversity is maintained on a spatial scale of unparalleled scope due to the survival of tree seedlings under their own parents. This discovery highlights the role of conspecific negative density dependence in driving diversity from boreal forests to sub-tropical forests.
A serendipitous accident in shipping a donated human retina led to the discovery of a previously undetected mechanism causing choroidal neovascularization, a leading cause of vision loss. Researchers found that adhesion defects play a crucial role in maintaining the retina's structure and preventing blood vessel invasion.