Resume: Researchers have developed a new approach to muscle control using light instead of electricity. This optogenetic technique provides more precise muscle control and significantly reduces fatigue in mice. Although not currently feasible in humans, this approach could revolutionize prosthetics and help people with reduced limb function. Key Facts: Optogenetic muscle stimulation provides more precise … Read more
Resume: A new study shows that any form of parental distraction, whether from screens or non-digital activities, has a negative impact on parent-child interactions. Both digital and non-digital distractions reduced parental sensitivity and children’s engagement. This suggests that it is not the screens themselves, but rather the divided attention that hinders communication between parents and … Read more
Resume: Researchers identified a key signaling pathway, PI3K-beta, responsible for chemotherapy resistance in glioblastoma. Blocking this pathway makes tumor cells more sensitive to temozolomide, a standard chemotherapy drug. This discovery offers a potential new approach to treating glioblastoma, a deadly brain cancer, by overcoming drug resistance and improving patient outcomes. Key Facts: The PI3K-beta signaling … Read more
Resume: A new study finds that Eurasian jays exhibit episodic memory, a type of memory previously thought to be unique to humans. The birds were able to remember incidental details of past events, such as the visual features of cups used in an experiment to hide food. This finding suggests that episodic memory may not … Read more
Resume: Researchers have identified the specific brain circuits in fruit flies responsible for color vision. These neurons in the optic lobe respond selectively to different hues, including those perceived by humans as violet and ultraviolet. This groundbreaking discovery provides insight into how brains transform raw sensory signals into meaningful perceptions and could help us better … Read more