Can the ‘hug hormone’ help those with social difficulties?
Research out of Kings College London has revealed that oxytocin could be used to help people overcome social difficulties.
Published in Nature Communications, the study is...
University of Leeds to develop a new treatment for heart failure
After receiving a grant from Heart Research UK, the University of Leeds are aiming to find new treatments for heart failure patients.
A new research...
Smart, wearable insulin patch could revolutionise diabetes treatment
A wearable, smart insulin patch has been developed that could help to revolutionise diabetes treatment.
Researchers have developed a smart insulin-delivery patch that could one...
Keeping the mind healthy with variety and consistency
Research from the University of South Florida (USF) reveals that the key to maintaining cognitive function is to engage in diverse activities regularly.
The study...
Low cost diaper uses smart technology to notify caregivers when it’s wet
Researchers at MIT have developed a smart diaper embedded with a moisture sensor that can alert caregivers when it becomes wet.
A wet diaper, for...
Can we predict autism spectrum disorder years before symptoms appear?
New research study will analyse blood, collected from newborns, for over 1000 different molecules and chemicals which could reveal signs of autism spectrum disorder
Researchers...
Single cell war-ganism: new compound could battle brain-eating amoebae
A new report reveals that researchers have found a new compound that shows promise in the laboratory as a treatment to brain-eating amoebae
Brain-eating amoebae...
Elective egg freezing may be the answer for later life pregnancy
An article published by the CMAJ reveals how egg freezing can increase the chance of pregnancy at a later age in life.
The article published...
Can fat keep your arteries healthy?
Research from Michigan State University reveals that the fat around your arteries may actually keep them healthy
New evidence published in Scientific Reports reveals that...
Assessing male fertility just became a lot easier
Research published in Analytical Chemistry, reveals how scientists have developed a quick and convenient way of assessing male fertility
Currently, male fertility tests include measuring...
Looking to burn more calories? Then eat a big breakfast
Research finds that eating more at breakfast time instead of lunch and dinner could burn twice as many calories and help to prevent obesity
New...
A Mediterranean diet can help to promote healthy ageing in older people
Research published in the BMJ journal: Gut suggests that eating a Mediterranean diet can curb the advance of frailty and cognitive decline
The five-country study...
The Future of Big Data-Powered mHealth Apps
Big data has the power to revolutionise healthcare by powering user-friendly apps that lead to fewer costs and better life quality
Guest contributor, Ilya Kislenko,...
Research shows two thirds of adults don’t have a high fibre diet
Research shows the UK is missing out on the full benefits of a high fibre diet and two thirds of adults are confused about...
Healthy ageing: eliminating zombie cells in the heart
King’s College London has received funding from Heart Research UK to research ways of eliminating zombie cells that impact the heart
The £125,000 grant from...
Developing new treatments for Barth syndrome
Researchers at Wayne State University are developing new treatments for Barth syndrome (BTHS), a rare genetic disorder
Barth syndrome (BTHS) is a rare and life-threatening,...
Human breast milk found to enhance cognitive development in babies
New research suggests that a carbohydrate found in breast milk is shown to affect a baby’s neurodevelopment
Previous animal studies have shown that the carbohydrate,...
Functional neurological disorders associated with early life trauma
A new study finds that people with FND who experienced childhood abuse show differences in connections between certain regions of the brain
In a new...
Having more than ten sexual partners could increase the risk of cancer
According to research published in BMJ Journal of Sexual & Reproductive Health people who have a history of more than 10 sexual partners is...
Is reconnecting with nature the key to our psychological wellbeing?
New research reveals that individuals who spend time in natural spaces report better physical and mental wellbeing as well as feeling connected to the...
