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Study finds air pollution increases suicide risk and depression

Cutting air pollution could significantly reduce global rates of depression, a new study finds.

18 Dec 2019

Soil mites change dietary preferences if their habitat is transformed by human activity

The transformation and degradation of natural landscapes due to human activities has been intensifying for several decades. This is especially true for forestland: its area decreases each year, especially in tropical regions. In Southeast Asia, tropical rainforests are cut down to make room for new plantations. Around 0.4 mln ha of forests are destroyed every year on Sumatra (Indonesia) only.

12 Dec 2019

Food labels showing how much exercise is needed to burn off food may help combat obesity

Food labels quantifying exercise needed to work off what they eat may be more effective at encouraging healthy eating habits.

11 Dec 2019

Facial injuries related to cell phones have risen steeply

National emergency room data analysis has shown that number of injuries related to cell phones has risen in the last 20 years.

9 Dec 2019

A woman has developed rare form of lung metal-scarring from vaping

A woman who had been vaping cannabis oil has been diagnosed with rare type of lung scarring usually only seen in metalworkers.

5 Dec 2019

Experts condemn CRISPR babies research as original manuscript is made public

Scientists have criticized the gene-editing of the Chinese twins last year, following the first public release of the research.

4 Dec 2019

Study shows 53% of homeless people have suffered a traumatic brain injury

Over half of homeless people have suffered a traumatic brain injury, which can have severe mental and physical consequences.

3 Dec 2019

Global biodiversity could be in a worse state than previously thought, warns study

Biodiversity across the globe could be in a worse state than previously thought as current biodiversity assessments fail to take into account the long-lasting impact of abrupt land changes, a new study has warned.

3 Dec 2019

Changes in certain brain networks seem to be linked to suicide risk

Scientists have identified patterns of brain activity that may be associated with increased risk of suicide.

2 Dec 2019

NIH Statement for World AIDS Day outlines efforts to end the HIV epidemic

With World AIDS Day on 1st December, we are reminded by the NIH of the work that needs to be done to end the HIV Epidemic.

28 Nov 2019

Study on acclimatization and de-acclimatization to take place for simulation of extreme climates

A Eurac Research study on acclimatisation and de-acclimatisation will take place in the terraXcube centre for the simulation of extreme climates. Internationally renowned, especially for his extreme winter climbs, mountaineer Simone Moro, and Tamara Lunger, one of the world's strongest high-altitude climbers, announce the destination of their next expedition.

27 Nov 2019

Study traces atmospheric source of super-toxic methylmercury in terrestrial food web

Marine fog brings more than cooler temperatures to coastal areas. Researchers at UC Santa Cruz have discovered elevated levels of mercury in mountain lions, the latest indication that the neurotoxin is being carried in fog, deposited on the land, and making its way up the food chain.

26 Nov 2019

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Study finds air pollution increases suicide risk and depression

Soil mites change dietary preferences if their habitat is transformed by human activity

Food labels showing how much exercise is needed to burn off food may help combat obesity

Facial injuries related to cell phones have risen steeply

A woman has developed rare form of lung metal-scarring from vaping

Experts condemn CRISPR babies research as original manuscript is made public

Study shows 53% of homeless people have suffered a traumatic brain injury

Global biodiversity could be in a worse state than previously thought, warns study

Changes in certain brain networks seem to be linked to suicide risk

NIH Statement for World AIDS Day outlines efforts to end the HIV epidemic

Study on acclimatization and de-acclimatization to take place for simulation of extreme climates

Study traces atmospheric source of super-toxic methylmercury in terrestrial food web

Fetuses see more than previously believed

Head shaking to release trapped water from the ears may cause brain damage

Eating disorder can affect pregnancy outcome and offspring’s health

What causes harsher parenting by alcoholic women?

Intermittent fasting – not just a fad for cardiac patients

Certain traditional soup broths possess antimalarial properties

Teenage drinking increases risk of anxiety and alcohol problems in adulthood

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