Researchers at Université de Montréal discovered that recalling celebrity faces decreases with age, but accessing biographical knowledge via their name remains unaffected. This semantic memory test could become a crucial tool to identify individuals at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
A study from Université de Montréal and Douglas Mental Health University Institute found that 10-15% of women experience maladaptive eating behaviors, which can lead to binge eating, bulimia, and excessive exercise. The study also revealed a link between problematic eating habits and self-rated health.
Researchers at the University of Montreal identified a novel molecular mechanism that prevents cancer by regulating the p53 gene. The SOCS1 molecule plays a crucial role in suppressing cancer-causing cytokine activity, offering potential new treatments for chronic inflammatory diseases and cancer prevention strategies.
A large-scale study of over 2,000 children found that hyperactive boys who got less sleep were more likely to have adverse family conditions and shorter sleep duration. In contrast, children who slept persistently for at least 11 hours had lower hyperactivity scores.
Insecure adolescents experience more intense pain in forms like headaches, abdominal pain, and joint pain. They are also more likely to be depressed compared to peers with secure attachments. The study highlights the importance of considering interpersonal factors in treating adolescent pain and depression.
A Université de Montréal investigation found that over six percent of expectant mothers in Quebec use prescription drugs known to be harmful to their fetuses. The study also revealed that the abortion rate among these women is 11 percent higher than in the rest of the population.
A new study published in Recherches Sociographiques found that Quebec nurses are still underutilized and lack decision-making power. Physicians continue to hold significant influence over nursing roles, despite advances in training and education for specialized nurse practitioners and oncology nurse navigators.
A Universite de Montréal study published in PNAS found that negative emotions amplify pain, while positive emotions reduce it. The research used fMRI scans to measure brain activity in subjects exposed to painful electric shocks while viewing pleasant or unpleasant images.
A new study by Université de Montréal scientists has developed a simple way to decouple one cellular network from another, allowing researchers to distinguish between different cell functions. This discovery could have applications in cancer research, where blood-thirsty cells can be targeted and their growth slowed.
A new study found that caffeine from coffee interferes with sleep in night-shift workers and worsens its effects as people age. The study suggests that reducing coffee consumption can help improve daytime recovery sleep.
Researchers at the University of Montreal found that women are better than men at distinguishing between emotions, particularly fear and disgust. Women processed facial and multisensory expressions faster than men.
A new study published in Developing World Bioethics argues that Argentinean fertility clinics are increasingly marketing themselves to international health care consumers offering all-inclusive packages with fixed prices for fertility treatments, citing non-accredited clinics as a concern for consumer safety and effectiveness.
Research published in the European Respiratory Journal found that 32.6% of children born to uncontrolled pregnant asthmatic mothers developed asthma themselves. The study suggests that maternal asthma during pregnancy can affect lung development and increase the likelihood of asthma in later childhood.
Researchers at Universite de Montreal have created the world's most sensitive astronomical camera, enabling clearer images of stars. The new technology has also shown potential in detecting early signs of diseases like macular degeneration and certain types of cancer.
Researchers have identified a critical role for protein kinase Erk3 in fetal growth potential and lung maturation, revealing the loss of this function leads to fetal growth restriction and early neonatal lethality. This finding provides new insights into intrauterine growth restriction and its associated risks.
Plant scientists at the University of Montreal have discovered a key mechanism that enables plants to prevent dangerous gene alterations, ensuring their survival. This finding has implications for understanding gene repair mechanisms in humans and preventing devastating diseases.
Chronic insomnia increases nighttime blood pressure, leading to cardiovascular risks and heart damage. Researchers found heightened blood pressure in insomniacs, particularly those with overt cardiac disease.
Scientists at the University of Montreal and Mount Sinai Hospital have identified a new target for cancer cure. Inhibiting the dimerization of RAF protein kinase may block its activation, stopping cancer cells from growing. This breakthrough has the potential to lead to novel anti-cancer agents with unprecedented precision.
A recent study by Universite de Montreal researchers found that weight gain after age 20 increases breast cancer risk, with gains of over 15.5 kilos seen in a 68% increase in risk. Regular physical activity was also shown to decrease cancer risks by 52 percent for pre-menopausal and post-menopausal women.
A new study published in the International Journal of Obesity found that biotransformed blueberry juice has strong anti-obesity and anti-diabetic effects. The juice was tested on mice prone to obesity, insulin resistance, diabetes, and hypertension, and showed a significant reduction in food intake and body weight.
A new study published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry found that up to 15 percent of preschoolers have atypically high levels of depression and anxiety. The investigation also revealed that children with atypically high depression and anxiety levels are more likely to have mothers with a history of depression.
A Canadian study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that sounds and images share a similar neural code in the human brain. Researchers used functional magnetic resonance imaging (FMRI) to examine how people distinguish between different types of sounds, such as speech and music, or different images. ...
Researchers from Université de Montréal and McGill University have engineered an enzyme that resists harmful agents like methotrexate, a breakthrough in treating genetic diseases. The study's discovery provides new avenues for therapies to combat conditions like leukemia.
A new study published in the International Journal of Cancer found that women who experienced non-natural menopause are at almost twice the risk of developing lung cancer compared to women who experienced natural menopause. The increased risk was particularly observed among women who had both their ovaries surgically removed.
A 20-year study found that impulsive boys with inadequate supervision and poor families are more likely to commit criminal acts. The study also revealed that the juvenile justice system's help increased the risk of early adulthood crime, especially among those with similar histories without judicial involvement.
A new study by researchers from Université de Montréal's Louis-H. Lafontaine Hospital-Fernand-Seguin Research Centre and McGill University Health Centre found that only a small percentage of individuals diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder received treatment, while many others reported symptoms but did not seek help due to fea...
A new study published in Human Brain Mapping found that autistics are up to 40 percent faster at problem-solving than non-autistics, with improved perceptual abilities. The research used the Raven's Standard Progressive Matrices test to measure hypothesis-testing and learning skills.
A new study has revealed a significant decrease in the sex difference in birth weight due to growing endocrine disruption related to environmental contaminants. The study found that exposure to contaminants in plastic materials may be responsible for this phenomenon.
A recent review of contaminated waters found high concentrations of pharmaceuticals, including antibiotics, in natural and drinking waters. The study warns that increased farm usage of anti-infectives may augment levels in future agricultural wastewater, posing a risk to aquatic biota and human health.
Researchers at IRIC found that polo kinase tells chromosomes when to condense during cell division, linking it to several cancers. Inhibiting this mechanism could lead to effective therapies for treating cancer.
A Canadian study found that frequent alcohol consumption increases the risk of binge drinking among all genders and age groups. Regular drinkers need more than their usual drink to experience the festive feeling and may drink beyond healthy limits sporadically or weekly.
A recent study published in the Journal of Vision found that subtle coloring patterns around the eyes and mouth play a crucial role in rapid gender discrimination. Researchers discovered that the shades of reds and greens in these areas lead to faster gender identification, contradicting previous assumptions about facial features.
The Cole Foundation has pledged $2.5 million to support up-and-coming researchers in pediatric leukemia research at the University of Montreal, McGill University, and the Institut Armand-Frappier. This investment will create new grants, awards, a cell bank, and fellowships to accelerate the fight against pediatric leukemia.
A recent study published in the Journal of Behavioral Health Services & Research found that Canadian men are reluctant to seek mental health services, with avoidance rates ranging from 20-70%. The primary cause cited is prejudice, which affects how men perceive their symptoms and social roles, leading to a reluctance to utilize services.
A novel therapy using the anti-viral drug ribavirin has shown promising results in treating 30% of cancers, including breast and prostate cancer. The study demonstrated that ribavirin suppresses the eIF4E gene, which is dysregulated in 30% of cancers.
A 22-year longitudinal study found that nearly 56% of Canadian adults are consistently inactive, with only 12% remaining active in each subsequent survey. Socio-economic factors, such as education and income level, significantly influence physical activity levels among participants.
The SLC25A38 gene is responsible for congenital sideroblastic anemia, a rare disease characterized by ringed sideroblasts in bone marrow. Researchers identified the causal mutation in zebra fish, showing its role in hemoglobin synthesis.
A collaborative Canada-France study published in the European Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Biology found that metoclopramide worked faster to quell symptoms of nausea and vomiting than droperidol. The treatment protocol improved symptoms more quickly and provided a safer option for pregnant women.
A Universite de Montreal study reveals that sharing meals with others increases food consumption among elderly patients in hospital geriatric re-adaptation units. Nutritional deficiencies often occur when patients eat alone, highlighting the importance of social interaction during mealtimes.
A team from IRIC has successfully produced a large quantity of laboratory stem cells from a small number of blood stem cells. This breakthrough could lead to major implications in fields with no current treatment, such as transplantation and organ rejection prevention.
The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) has awarded $854,098 to support four research projects at the Université de Montréal and its affiliated institutions. Dr. May Faraj will study LDL particles as a risk factor for Type 2 diabetes, while Dr. Emile Levy will advance nutrigenomics research to reduce cardiovascular diseases.
A five-year Canadian study published in Annals of Epidemiology found that teens' physical activity declines significantly during winter months and persists throughout adolescence. Researchers suggest promoting diverse activities to offset these drops and counteract the effects of cold weather.
Researchers have discovered a cellular process that seeks out and fights Type 1 herpes simplex virus. The study, published in Nature Immunology, found that the nuclear membrane of infected cells can unmask the virus and stimulate the immune system to disintegrate it.
Scientists at the University of Montreal and Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital Research Centre have cloned human sperm-binding protein BSP, which may improve fertility treatments and male contraception. The researchers successfully purified the protein after decades of trying to isolate it from human sources.
A new study by Professor Emanuela Cardia found that modern appliances like refrigerators, washing machines, and electric stoves significantly changed the lives of women, enabling them to enter the workforce. Between 1940 and 1950, the percentage of married women with jobs increased from 5% to 51%, demonstrating the impact of household ...
A new Université de Montréal study found that thrill-seeking young men are more likely to drive under the influence of cannabis and engage in reckless driving. The study, which analyzed data from 83 male participants, discovered that 30% of cannabis users reported at least one incidence of reckless driving in the previous 12 months.
A University of Montreal study reveals that over 60% of Quebec's manufacturing sector workers are exposed to noise levels exceeding the norm, increasing work-related accidents and road collisions. Workers with hearing losses face a 7% greater risk of injury.
Pregnant women with asthma are at a higher risk of giving birth prematurely if they stop taking their medication. According to a University of Montreal study, women who interrupt their asthma treatment also experience an increased probability of developing hypertension during pregnancy.
Researchers found that cells' ability to sense glucose presence is key to lifespan extension. Decreasing glucose levels increased yeast cell lifespan, while eliminating glucose sensor significantly boosted it.
Researchers found that seagulls watch and mimic their neighbors' behavior during rest periods, indicating a life-saving trend. This study suggests animals don't act independently but cue on reactions from other members of their group.