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Imaging study offers clue to how obesity can increase Alzheimer’s risk

Posted on August 6, 2020 by Rich Haridy

A direct association between increased body weight and reduced blood flow in the brain was detected in a new study

New data from one of the largest brain imaging studies of its type has found a consistent association between increased body weight and decreased cerebral blood flow. The research offers greater insights into the links between Alzheimer’s and obesity, suggesting maintaining a healthy weight can directly reduce one’s risk of developing dementia.

Category: Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle

Tags: Alzheimer’s Disease, Brain, Dementia, Neuroscience, Imaging, New Atlas Audio

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New cancer diagnoses in US halved in wake of COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on August 6, 2020 by Rich Haridy

A analysis published in the journal JAMA Network Open has found new cancer diagnoses in the United States dropped by nearly 50 percent across the months of March and April. Experts warn these delayed diagnoses could lead to a spike in avoidable cancer … Continue reading New cancer diagnoses in US halved in wake of COVID-19 pandemic→

Large clinical trial affirms vitamin D does not prevent depression

Posted on August 5, 2020 by Rich Haridy

The results of the largest clinical trial ever conducted into the relationship between vitamin D and depression suggest the important vitamin does not improve mood or prevent depression. The randomized, placebo-controlled trial did not investigate subj… Continue reading Large clinical trial affirms vitamin D does not prevent depression→

Canada grants first legal exemptions for psilocybin use in 50 years

Posted on August 5, 2020 by Rich Haridy

After waiting more than 100 days for a response, four terminally ill cancer patients have now been approved to use psilocybin to treat end-of-life distress. These patients will be the first to legally use the psychedelic in Canada for almost half a cen… Continue reading Canada grants first legal exemptions for psilocybin use in 50 years→

Tales of the city: Finalists of the 2020 Urban Photo Awards

Posted on August 4, 2020 by Rich Haridy

In its 11th year, the Urban International Photo Awards continues its dedicated focus on modern life, from the grand architectural spaces of big cities, to more rural small-town experiences. New Atlas features a hand-picked selection of incredible final… Continue reading Tales of the city: Finalists of the 2020 Urban Photo Awards→

Childhood trauma found to accelerate biological signs of aging

Posted on August 4, 2020 by Rich Haridy

A compelling new meta-analysis from a trio of accomplished psychologists suggests violent or traumatic experiences in childhood can accelerate biological signs of aging. Early puberty, rapid cellular aging, and structural brain changes could all be lin… Continue reading Childhood trauma found to accelerate biological signs of aging→

Squid gene-edited using CRISPR for the first time

Posted on August 3, 2020 by Rich Haridy

Researchers from the University of Chicago’s Marine Biological Laboratory have, for the first time, successfully gene edited a cephalopod. Using CRISPR-Cas9 technology, the research breakthrough will now allow scientists to conduct novel investigations… Continue reading Squid gene-edited using CRISPR for the first time→

Anti-aging enzyme discovery raises prospect of lifespan extension

Posted on August 3, 2020 by Rich Haridy

A study from researchers at KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology) is providing new insights into a cellular energy pathway that has been linked to longer lifespan. The research, conducted in human cells and roundworms, raises the p… Continue reading Anti-aging enzyme discovery raises prospect of lifespan extension→

Majesty of nature on full display in the best landscape photos of 2020

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Rich Haridy

Agora’s 2020 landscape photography contest delivers a spectacular assortment of images, from powerful displays of lightning, to several compelling shots of tiny human figures overwhelmed by the majesty of the natural environment.Continue ReadingCategor… Continue reading Majesty of nature on full display in the best landscape photos of 2020→

US government study finds face masks block facial recognition technology

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Rich Haridy

A new study from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has tested how accurate commercial facial recognition algorithms are at identifying people wearing protective face masks. The study reveals some commercially used systems fail a… Continue reading US government study finds face masks block facial recognition technology→