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Global genetic study links anorexia to metabolism, not just the mind

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Landmark research has uncovered eight genes associated with anorexia, some of which are directly related to ...

A massive global study into the genetic origins of anorexia nervosa is suggesting this illness is not just a psychiatric condition but also a metabolic disorder. The research revealed metabolic genetic variants influencing fat burning, physical activity and other factors unique to those suffering from this chronic eating disorder, and not seen in other psychiatric conditions.

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Gut-microbiome-boosting diet designed to better help malnourished children

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Fascinating new research suggests malnutrition in children can be better treated by therapeutic foods designed to boost and repair the gut microbiome, instead of more traditional energy- and nutrition-maximized supplements. A clinical trial t… Continue reading Gut-microbiome-boosting diet designed to better help malnourished children→

The incredible 2019 Drone Awards advance the art of aerial photography

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Only in its second year, the Drone Awards has quickly become one of the most interesting aerial photography competitions on the annual calendar. This year’s winners present a gorgeous array of images highlighting the rapid aesthetic evolution… Continue reading The incredible 2019 Drone Awards advance the art of aerial photography→

Healthy lifestyle can counteract genetic risk for developing dementia and Alzheimer's

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Two studies show a healthy lifestyle can significantly offset any genetic predisposition a person may have ...

Two new studies presented recently at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference affirm the potential for a healthy lifestyle to reduce the risk of age-related dementia and cognitive decline. The research particularly suggests lifestyle factors can counteract genetic predispositions for Alzheimer’s disease.

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Complex neural patterns discovered in fish sleep, shedding light on origins of slumber

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An intriguing new study is offering insights into the origins of sleep, for the first time discovering zebrafish brains shift through several brain states while sleeping. The researchers suggest these states could be analogous to human slow-w… Continue reading Complex neural patterns discovered in fish sleep, shedding light on origins of slumber→

Landmark AI system beats poker pros in multi-player Texas hold 'em

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An example hand from the game showing the AI system (Pluribus) bluffing five professional players

A team of computer scientists from Carnegie Mellon University and the Facebook AI Research lab has created an AI system that, for the first time, has defeated several poker professionals in six-player Texas hold-em. Unlike earlier iterations of the system, the researchers will not publicly release this algorithm’s code, for fear it could decimate the online poker world.

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Questions raised over efficacy of cutting-edge new migraine drugs

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Last year erenumbab was approved by the FDA, the first in an entirely new class of drugs designed to help migraine sufferers to reach the general public. A study is now reporting successful Phase 3 clinical trial results for a new orally admi… Continue reading Questions raised over efficacy of cutting-edge new migraine drugs→

Does a new study suggest fruit juice increases cancer risk? Not exactly…

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A new large-scale study has yet again rekindled debate around the association between cancer risk and consumption of sugary drinks. The research suggests unsweetened fruit juices also contain enough sugars to confer a similar increase in canc… Continue reading Does a new study suggest fruit juice increases cancer risk? Not exactly…→

Inside the head of a killer: Imaging study uncovers unique brain abnormalities in murderers

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For decades scientists have been exploring the minds of criminals, trying to understand what makes a person commit a violent, heinous act. A new study is taking the idea of neuro-imaging criminal behavior one step further than any prior resea… Continue reading Inside the head of a killer: Imaging study uncovers unique brain abnormalities in murderers→

Gut bacteria alterations may be responsible for growth failure in preterm babies

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Why do some extremely premature babies fail to grow while others prosper, despite similar diets? New research suggests these metabolic differences are underpinned by specific gut microbiome alterations that leave some preterm infants in a phy… Continue reading Gut bacteria alterations may be responsible for growth failure in preterm babies→