Tag: research
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Exposure to household pollutants may reduce chances of getting pregnant
The body breaks down phthalates into metabolites that are excreted in the urine and can be analyzed. The researchers measured 20 phthalate metabolites in urine samples from study participants. “We found that there were three basic compounds that seemed to be most strongly associated with taking longer to get pregnant,” says Nobles, “although the phthalates…
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Antarctic octopus DNA reveals danger of ice sheet collapse, scientists warn
The authors wrote, “This study provides empirical evidence showing that the WAIS collapsed when global average temperatures were similar to today, suggesting that the end point of WAIS collapse is near in the future.” As we know, a sea level rise of 3.3 meters would drastically change the world map, submerging low-lying coastal areas everywhere.…
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Alzheimer’s disease linked to hidden belly fat in middle age
Alzheimer’s disease linked to hidden belly fat in middle ageIllinois, USAYearThe development of Alzheimer’s disease is linked to higher levels of visceral abdominal fat in midlife, according to a study that will be presented next week at the annual conference of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).Visceral fat is the fat that surrounds the…
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People suffering from work addiction feel sick even while working
Next, scholars analyzed workers’ mood and their perception of workload using a technique called the “experience sampling method.” This was done using an app installed on the participants’ phones, which allowed them to send short questionnaires approximately every 90 minutes, from 9 am to 6 pm, during three working days (Monday, Wednesday and Friday). Was…
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Our sense of taste helps us speed up our eating
The team found that when they put food directly into the mouse stomach, brain cells called PRLH (for prolactin-releasing hormone) were activated by nutrient signals sent from the GI tract, consistent with conventional thinking and the results of prior studies. Gone. However, when they allowed the mice to eat food normally, those signals from the…
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Daily routine improves people’s cognitive abilities
According to the MindWatch algorithm, the music and coffee significantly altered the subjects’ brain arousal, essentially putting them in a physiological “state of mind” that controlled their performance on the working memory tasks they were completing. Could do. Specifically, MindWatch found that stimulants led to increased “beta band” brain wave activity, a state associated with…
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Why do men die younger than women?
Humans are not the only animal with a notable difference in lifespan between the sexes. In March 2020, a study by an international team of researchers showed that in the wild, female mammals live longer than males. The study was published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Of the 101 species that…
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UGC urges private universities to adopt BDREN services for advanced education and research
“Private universities in the country may consider taking the services of BDREN to pursue education and research,” Professor Chanda said, adding that BDREN’s services were appreciated for online classes through the Zoom platform during the Covid pandemic. BDREN CEO Mohammad Tawarit said that BDREN is moving forward with the slogan ‘Research Heaven’. Currently, they are…
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Exercise may help reduce age-related anxiety
In total, 1,250 people from Washington, DC and six states, Iowa, Illinois, Maryland, Rhode Island, South Dakota and West Virginia, responded to the survey. Among the original findings, participants who identified as African American were more interested in health-related programs. The researchers conducted another study to focus more closely on the responses of 178 African-American…
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Overcoming brain drain for a prosperous future
Bangladesh continues to produce impressive talents in its secondary education sector. From Physics Olympiads to economics competitions and excelling in international astrophysics competitions, Bangladeshi students consistently earn recognition throughout the year. However, when the time comes to convert this potential into practical contribution, many of these talented individuals become assets to other countries as immigrants.…
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Acupuncture: A promising treatment for chronic pain, including stable angina.
Researchers investigated whether acupuncture helps relieve chest pain caused by stable angina. Stable angina is a disorder that affects millions of people and is defined as predictable chest discomfort during exertion or during mental or emotional stress. A substantial amount of research has proven that acupuncture can help with a variety of chronic pain conditions.…
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New study shows link between air pollution and Parkinson’s disease
“Using cutting-edge geospatial analytical techniques, we were able to confirm, for the first time, a strong nationwide association between incident Parkinson’s disease and fine particulate matter in the US” The study also found that the association between air pollution and Parkinson’s disease is not the same in every part of the country, and varies in…
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Study shows kids eat more when bored
“If children are eating this many calories during a laboratory-induced boredom event (a four-minute period), Stone said, given that boredom is a commonly experienced emotion in children, then in response to There is a possibility of excess calorie intake.” Getting bored in a day, a week or a year is potentially very significant in an…
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Rat embryo developed in space for the first time: Japanese researchers
“This is the first study that shows that mammals may be able to thrive in space,” Yamanashi University and the National Research Institute Riken said in a joint statement Saturday. “This is the world’s first experiment to culture early-stage mammalian embryos under the full microgravity of the ISS,” the statement said. It added, “In the…
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20-25 minutes of physical activity daily can reduce the risk of death caused by prolonged sitting.
For example, an extra 10 minutes a day was associated with a 15 percent lower risk of death among those who spent fewer than 10.5 sedentary hours, and a 35 percent lower risk among those who spent more than 10.5 sedentary hours each day. Light-intensity physical activity was associated with a reduced risk of death…