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Researchers uncover hippocampus’ role in two memory functions

Researchers studied how the hippocampus supports memory functions.

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New brain-reading headset could help stroke victims regain movement

The portable headset reads the brain waves of the wearer, triggering a connected robotic arm to move when the person thinks about moving their arm.

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Scientists discover way to potentially slow down ageing in humans

A new study from Germany has potentially found the answers to time-old questions: what drives ageing and what can we do to reverse it?

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France launches plan to become leader in biomedical research by 2024

The French nation wants to revitalise biomedical research, attract global talent, and become a leader in innovation.

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'Groundbreaking' new blood test could detect foetal abnormalities

Women in Denmark can now take a blood test to identify genetic foetal abnormalities in early pregnancy. But it has raised ethical questions.

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Could this thermal dummy ‘ANDI’ help prevent heat-related illnesses?

Researchers hope to use the data to design solutions such as cooling clothes or backpack exoskeletons for cooling support.

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Record-breaking primate genome study yields great insights for humans

The groundbreaking research marks a major milestone in genomic research, paving the way for further exploration and discovery across a wide range of species.

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Scientists find protein that can extend lives and kill cancer cells

The researchers aim to reduce cancer recurrence risks, supercharge cancer-killing cells, and explore the potential for extending human lifespans.

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Gut bacteria is the probable cause of Parkinson's, Finnish study finds

Doctors could soon be running screenings looking for the Parkinson-associated bacteria and subsequently remove it from the gut.

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Italian scientists create rechargeable edible battery from foodstuffs

The battery is made from food products like almonds, capers, activated charcoal, seaweed, gold leaf and beeswax that can be fully digested by the human body without health risks.

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This tiny 3D bioprinting robot could fix your body from the inside

Scientists say this tiny, flexible robot could reduce the need for invasive surgery by working as a mini 3D printer inside your body.

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Recreational cannabis goes on sale in some Swiss pharmacies

A new pilot aims to assess the health effects of regulating cannabis supply in the Swiss city of Basel - and soon in Zurich, Geneva, and Lausanne.

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Scientists can spot signs of PTSD in your blood

Blood tests could help improve the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), researchers say.

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What killed Beethoven? New research finds cause of composer's death

New research published in the journal Current Biology uses DNA sequencing to uncover that the great composer did not die from lead poisoning after all...

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Doctors urge Muslim patients to get medical advice before fasting

Ramadan calls on Muslims to fast from sunrise to sunset - but what about patients on diabetes drugs or other medications?

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Scientists discover brain changes during psychedelic trips on DMT

People on DMT trips had their brains scanned to see what changes to their high level functions were taking place.

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Is sex the ultimate cure for hiccups?

The medical literature on intractable hiccups suggests very unusual cures.

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New lip-reading app gives a voice to patients who’ve lost it

The speech recognition technology can lip-read more than 40 common phrases and keeps learning to improve its performance.

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Watch this shape-shifting robot melt through bars and reform

It looks straight out of Terminator, but the robot was actually inspired by sea cucumbers, which can morph between stiff and flaccid states.

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UV nail dryers may damage DNA and cause mutations in human cells

UV nail dryers used for gel manicures can cause permanent mutations in human cells associated with a risk of cancer, new research has found.