Ultrasound-guided percutaneous needle biopsy excellent for small pleural lesions diagnosis
US-guided PCPNB is highly likely to be diagnostic for small pleural lesions with nodular morphology on CT or US, or ...
Tag: Gerontology
Atrophy can be combated by boosting expression of an enzyme produced in muscles
Study showed that targeted stimulation of PKA production promoted muscle growth and enhanced resistance to fatigueCredit: Dawit Gonçalves/FMRP-USP Researchers at ...
LipiDiDiet finds broadly sustainable effects of nutrient intervention in early Alzheimer’s
Credit: Saarland University Trial participants who received a multinutrient formulation over an extended period of time showed a significantly less ...
Identified a subgroup of stem cells that resists ageing and maintains muscle regeneration
The finding provides a basis forCredit: UPF and CNIC Researchers at UPF, the National Centre for Cardiovascular Research, ICREA and ...
Study estimates exposure to air pollution increases COVID-19 deaths by 15% worldwide
Credit: European Heart Journal Long-term exposure to air pollution has been linked to an increased risk of dying from COVID-19 ...
Is spirituality a component of wisdom?
Yes, say researchers, though it's not as critical as pro-social behaviors like compassion and empathyCredit: UC San Diego Health Sciences ...
NIA awards up to $2 million to AFAR renew Nathan Shock Centers Coordinating Center
In addition, two new Nathan Shock Centers fundedCredit: AFAR/NSC NEW YORK -- The American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR), has ...
Deep Longevity and Longenesis partner on federated learning and consent management
Deep Longevity and Longenesis to partner on consent management integration and federated learning method developmentCredit: Deep Longevity Limited (23 October ...
Bacterial metabolism of dietary soy may lower risk factor for dementia
Credit: Tim Betler/UPMC EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE UNTIL 7 A.M. ET, THURSDAY, OCT. 22, 2020 PITTSBURGH, Oct. 22, 2020 - A ...
Keck Medicine of USC enrolling individuals in phase 3 clinical trial to treat mild Alzheimers disease using deep brain stimulation
While FDA-approved technique is used to treat other medical conditions, this study examines its effects on cognitive functionCredit: Image courtesy ...
COVID-19 pandemic has dramatic impact on osteoporosis management, finds new global study
With FRAX fracture risk calculations down by 58% in April 2020 alone, it is estimated that within a 3-month period, ...
Regular social engagement linked to healthier brain microstructure in older adults
Credit: Sheila Davis/UPMC PITTSBURGH, Oct. 19, 2020 - Older people who report greater levels of social engagement have more robust ...
Is sitting always bad for your mind? A new study suggests maybe not
Credit: Colorado State University It's generally accepted health advice that adults of all ages should sit less, move more, and ...
$1.6 Million grant to reverse urinary incontinence
Electrical stimulation of pelvic floor nerves may re-establish strengthCredit: University of Houston A University of Houston researcher is working to ...
Insilico partners with Taisho on end-to-end AI-powered senolytic drug discovery
Insilico partners with Taisho Pharmaceutical on end-to-end AI-powered senolytic drug discovery. Leading Japanese pharmaceutical company to engage Insilico Medicine on ...
A new approach to analyzing the morphology of dendritic spines
Scientists examined a novel approach to analyzing the dendritic spine shapes and suggest considering the clusterization approach.Credit: Peter the Great ...
When it comes to arthritic bone spurs, stem cells hurt instead of heal
Credit: Stephanie Kuwahara/USC Stem Cell The same stem cells that heal broken bones can also generate arthritic bone spurs called ...
Improved mobility in frail and elderly adults linked to common gene variant
Credit: Ric Evans/University of Pittsburgh PITTSBURGH, Oct. 12, 2020 - Variations in a gene that regulates dopamine levels in the ...
Study finds older adults using cannabis to treat common health conditions
Data indicates 61 percent of patients who used cannabis began after age 60Credit: UC San Diego Health Sciences With growing ...
Researchers awarded $2.7M to study loneliness and Alzheimer’s
Work will tell us how loneliness interacts with brain structure and function in normal aging and pre-symptomatic Alzheimer's diseaseCredit: The ...