An inconsistent cup of coffee can make or break your day — but new research is shedding light on just how the industry can dial up the production process for a more reliable flavor. University of Oregon researchers repurposed a tool called a potentiostat, typically used to test batteries, to send an electrical current through coffee. Through … Read more
A potential cure for type 1 diabetes has been identified by scientists in a new mouse study. In an animal study, researchers at Stanford School of Medicine discovered that resetting the immune system in diabetic mice and creating new insulin-making cells reversed the disease in 100% of cases, according to a Stanford press release. The researchers took … Read more
“Jeopardy!” fans were left screaming at their screens during a recent episode of the game show. On Monday’s episode, Ryan Sharpe and Kelsi Tyler faced off against previous winner Paolo Pasco. And they all failed to identify James Earl Jones in a category about clues related to “Sesame Street.” Halfway through, the show’s host, Ken Jennings, introduced Oscar the … Read more
The average man feels 67% more confident when sporting their best suit or tuxedo, according to new research. A poll of 2,000 U.S. men revealed that while their self-esteem gets a solid boost, their confidence in their ability to choose the right one wanes. According to the results, six in ten men (59%) said they … Read more
Kathy Griffin is turning to the public for help. The comedian, 64, took to Instagram to ask followers for their assistance in identifying a man she claims has been stalking her during her daily walks, “harassing” her about President Donald Trump. Griffin posted a picture of the man on Friday, writing, “This #creeper has been harassing me on … Read more
As if coming up with a great baby name wasn’t hard enough. Newborns can’t even control their own movements, but that isn’t stopping New Jersey hospitals from asking parents for their baby’s preferred pronouns and sexual orientation. Inspira Health’s “Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Questionnaire” requires new parents to “identify” their babies as either “Male, … Read more
Young adults who develop colon cancer tend to be diagnosed at later stages of the devastating disease — and have more aggressive types of tumors, new research finds. The study authors “strongly” link colon cancer in young people to obesity, family history of the illness, inflammatory bowel disease and symptoms such as stomach pain and … Read more
A recent study found that Gen Z adults are much more likely to identify as LGBTQ than older generations. More than 1 in 4 Gen Z adults in the United States identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer, a new survey released by the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) found. The survey found that … Read more
A newly named medical condition links the rising tide of cardiovascular and kidney disease with type 2 diabetes and obesity. In an advisory this week, the American Heart Association identified CKM syndrome — or cardiovascular, kidney and metabolic syndrome — as an emerging health threat. One-third of U.S. adults have three or more risk factors … Read more
One in four high school students identifies as homosexual, bisexual or is currently questioning their sexuality, according to new data. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s annual report of 17,232 students found that in 2021, about three-quarters of teens between the ages of 14 and 18 claimed to be attracted only to the opposite … Read more
Researchers have identified an early 19th century “vampire” thanks to some cutting-edge technology. The man’s remains were discovered in 1990 in Griswold, Conn. He was found with his arms in an X shape — a burial practice believed to prevent blood-suckers rising from the grave to feed upon the living. Thanks to bioinformatic DNA analyses, … Read more
A new study reveals that people who identify as “gamers” are more likely to exhibit “extreme behaviors” such as racism and sexism. While toxicity and radicalization have long been associated with gaming culture, the the study, released last week by Take This, a non-profit mental health organization working with the gaming industry and community, showed just … Read more
Summary: A child’s weight at birth could determine their risk of being diagnosed with a mental health disorder later in life. Researchers found for every kilogram below average birth weight, the more likely a child was to experience mental health problems through childhood and adolescence. Source: RCSI New research from RCSI University of Medicine and … Read more
Story at a glance Alzheimer’s disease affects 5 million people in the U.S., according to data from 2020. Researchers are working to understand the various risk factors that may contribute to developing the disease. Researchers examined the role of a newly identified microprotein in neuronal mitochondria. New research is uncovering the role a specific protein … Read more