Scientists have found that a specific protein complex significantly influences brain connectivity and cognitive behaviors. Their studies on mice revealed that disruptions in this complex affect synapse formation and lead to behavioral changes, such as increased anxiety and impaired social interactions, pointing toward new treatment possibilities for mental health conditions. Protein Complex Roles in Brain...
Photo-Illustration: Vulture; Photo: Amelia Dimoldenberg via YouTube Well, it happened. Andrew Garfield stopped by Chicken Shop Date, Amelia Dimoldenberg’s comedy interview show on YouTube where she subjects celebrity guests to a simulacra of awkward-first-date conversation and well-performed chiding. There’s been quite a bit of lore leading up to this encounter, with Garfield and Dimoldenberg sharing...
Dietary restriction (DR), the practice of reducing nutrient intake without inducing malnutrition, has long been linked to extended lifespan. While various methods like caloric restriction, nutrient composition alteration, and intermittent fasting have been explored, compliance challenges and unresolved mechanisms often complicate their implementation. Recent research, however, has uncovered a more...
The origins of human migration into ancient Sicily hold profound implications for understanding how early Homo sapiens colonized Mediterranean islands. New archaeological discoveries and methods have illuminated paths taken by early communities, reshaping theories about migration patterns and environmental adaptation during the Late Pleistocene. Recent studies suggest that Sicily, located...
Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), previously called non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, is a widespread health issue impacting about 25% of the global population. A more severe form, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), can lead to cirrhosis—a life-threatening condition characterized by advanced liver fibrosis. Understanding and addressing the underlying causes of...
