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The Changing Role of Astrocyte Mitochondria: A New Angle on Neuronal Injury

January 11, 2025

Did you know that astrocytes, often seen as the support crew in the brain, have a surprising role in neuronal injury? In Uruguay, research on these glial cells has a long history, dating back almost to the birth of the Uruguayan Society for Neuroscience. Astrocytes, traditionally known for their sup

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Meta Pivots Away from Inclusion Efforts, Shifting Focus

January 11, 2025

In a recent development, Meta has taken a step back from its diversity and inclusion initiatives. The company has informed its employees that they are no longer required to interview candidates from underrepresented backgrounds or prioritize diverse suppliers. This move marks a significant shift in

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Conifer Extract Rescues Genetic Disorder

January 11, 2025

Episodic Ataxia Type 1 (EA1) is a rare genetic disorder caused by mutations in the KCNA1 gene, which controls the voltage-gated potassium channel Kv1. 1. This channel helps regulate electrical signals in the brain. Traditional Native American medicine uses conifer extracts to treat conditions relate

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How Disease Awareness Affects Diabetes Management

January 10, 2025

Diabetes is a common health issue in Portugal, causing serious health problems and even death. Managing it properly isn't easy; it involves many factors, with daily habits playing a big role. Research shows that when people know less about diabetes, their health management suffers. They feel less co

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How Lifestyle Choices Shape Young Adults' Self-Aware Cognition

January 10, 2025

Young adults' ability to think about their own thinking, a skill known as metacognition, may be influenced by what they eat, how much they move, and how well they sleep. This capacity, which includes strategies like planning or monitoring one's thoughts, might vary with physical activity, diet, and

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Why Dana White Might Be Meta's Secret Weapon

January 10, 2025

Dana White, the UFC's powerful CEO, has suddenly found himself in the world of Silicon Valley tech giants. While some see this as a surprise, MMA analyst Luke Thomas isn't buying the official story that White's involvement with Meta is about artificial intelligence. Instead, he suggests it's all abo

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Composting City Waste: How It Affects Wheat and Our Health

January 10, 2025

You might think turning waste into fertilizer is a brilliant idea, but what's the long-term impact? Let's dive into wheat fields treated with different compost types - chicken manure (CM), sewage sludge (SSC), and domestic waste (DWC). Research shows these boost heavy metals (HMs) in the soil. For e

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Fact-Checkers Brace for Job Cuts as Meta Stops Funding

January 9, 2025

Mark Zuckerberg's decision to end fact-checking on Facebook and Instagram in the US has fact-checking journalists worried. Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has been funding fact-checking organizations for years. These groups check the accuracy of posts and can reduce the reach of fal

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Exercising at High Altitudes: How It Affects People with Heart Conditions

January 9, 2025

More and more people with congenital heart disease (CHD) are getting active and might find themselves exercising at high altitudes. But how does this affect their bodies? This review looks into how short trips to high altitudes impact the heart and lungs of people with CHD during workouts. High alt

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Fact-Checking in Peril: Meta's Shift Affects Trust and Jobs

January 8, 2025

Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has caused a stir by dumping its fact-checking partners. This move has left journalists involved high and dry, and some might even lose their jobs. The company's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, claimed that fact-checkers are biased and have ruined trust. But who's really trus