How the brain maps visual targets
Toronto, Jan 16 (IANS) York university researchers, including an Indian-origin scientist, have discovered how a map in the mid-brain region remembers the location of...
Brain chemical makes humans more patient
London, Jan 16 (IANS) The brain chemical serotonin that is widely targeted to treat depression also helps humans have patience in life, researchers report.
To...
Bone stem cells may regenerate bones and cartilage
New York, Jan 16 (IANS) Indian-American researcher Siddhartha Mukherjee from Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) has identified stem cells that are capable of regenerating...
Bisexual British women report worse mental health than lesbians
London, Jan 14 (IANS) Bisexual women in Britain are less likely to be in a relationship and more likely to experience poor mental health...
Higher sense of autonomy make toddlers smarter
Toronto, Jan 14 (IANS) Children with a higher sense of autonomy are likely to possess stronger mental skills, says a study.
Higher cognitive skills are...
Long working hours can lead to risky alcohol use
London, Jan 14 (IANS) People who work more than 48 hours per week are more likely to engage in risky alcohol consumption than those...
Life satisfaction good for bone health
London, Jan 14 (IANS) Elderly women who are satisfied with their lives have a higher bone density and they suffer from osteoporosis less frequently...
Men seek long-term relationship when women are scarce
Washington, Jan 14 (IANS) Men seek long-term relationships when women are in short supply, a fascinating study has found, adding that this situation makes...
Napping boosts infants’ memory
London, Jan 14 (IANS) While babies devote the majority of their time to sleeping, researchers have now found that napping helps them develop memory...
Asthma linked with increased obstructive sleep apnea risk
New York, Jan 14 (IANS) People suffering from asthma are at an increased risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a sleep disorder associated...
