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Thursday, 28 November 2024

Organic LED and CMOS-based optogenetic stimulation probes with single-neuron resolution

Optogenetics are advanced research tools that allow scientists to precisely control the activity of brain cells using light. Over the past few years, optogenetic techniques have become increasingly advanced, leading to exciting new discoveries about the brain and its intricate processes. Researchers at Columbia University, University of Cologne and University…

New form of cellular immunotherapy shows promise against brain tumors in mice

Reviewed Scientists from the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) and the University Medical Center Mannheim (UMM) successfully tested a new form of cellular immunotherapy against brain tumors in mice for the first time. Glioblastomas are the most aggressive of all brain tumors. They spread diffusely in the brain and are…

How 10 Ovarian Cancer Survivors Got Diagnosed

No one wants to think that they might have cancer some day. And it’s not healthy to obsess about any one-off symptom you have (we’ve all felt bloated after a holiday meal or cocktail-filled brunch) and assume that it’s going to turn into cancer. This is likely not the case…

Covid vaccines cause unexpected vaginal bleeding in women, study finds

Covid vaccines DO cause unexpected vaginal bleeding in women – even if they haven’t had their period in YEARS, study finds Risk of bleeding in older women increased 2-3 times after getting the covid shot Changes in menstruation have been a documented side effect of the vaccine  Do not appear…

Keeping baby safe: Follow these tips to lower sleep risks

It’s always a good time to check your baby’s sleep space. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has released its annual report on the topic, showing that risks associated with nursery products continue to be high. More than 160 babies die each year related to nursery products, including in…

Tailored text messages not enough to improve mobility after heart issues

Nearly one in three Americans wear a wearable device, like a smartwatch, to track their health and fitness. Studies have shown positive effects of increasing movement in ways that can be measured by these devices, especially for people who recently had a heart attack or other cardiovascular event. But a…

12 Facts to Know About Serena Williams' Daughter Olympia

Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr. is the eldest daughter of Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian, and she’s been the apple of the couple’s eyes ever since she arrived earthside. Born on September 1, 2017, Olympia made Williams and Ohanian first-time parents, and both the tennis legend and Reddit co-founder have spoken…