MIT chemists created plastics that get tougher when hit by adding weak bonds that break on impact to absorb energy. The technology could improve protective e…
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CBD Shows Promise in Fighting Alzheimer’s Through Brain Inflammation Control
Laboratory research indicates cannabidiol (CBD) may help combat Alzheimer’s disease by reducing destructive brain inflammation. Mouse studies show inhaled CB…
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Liver protein discovery could lead to new cholesterol treatments
Researchers at UT Southwestern have identified a protein called HELZ2 that acts as a regulatory mechanism for cholesterol production in the liver. The discov…
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MIT Researchers Win Major Grants to Study Brain Circuits and Cancer Cell Death
MIT scientists Sven Dorkenwald and Whitney Henry have been awarded prestigious Searle Scholar grants worth $450,000 each. Their research focuses on brain cir…
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MIT Engineers Create Ultra-Small Light-Computing Devices Using New Shrinking Method
MIT engineers developed a technique to shrink materials 2,000 times smaller to create devices that compute with light. The method could lead to energy-effici…
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Gut Bacteria From Youth Shows Promise for Liver Health in Aging
Scientists restored youthful gut microbiomes in aging mice and observed remarkable liver improvements. The treatment reduced inflammation, prevented DNA dama…
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Teen Diet Quality Linked to Mental Health in Major Research Review
A comprehensive analysis of research spanning nearly 20 studies reveals significant connections between teenage eating patterns and mental wellbeing. The fin…
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