From Popular MechanicsA new paper published in Current Biology describes how a sodium channel inherited from Neanderthals may be responsible for low pain tolerance in modern humans.While the in-depth study is compelling, this theory remains inconclusive.If you have a low tolerance for pain new research suggests you should blame it on our Neanderthal cousins.According to…
Share on PinterestNew research assesses the impact that genetic factors and cardiovascular health have on dementia risk.New research has found that cardiovascular health and genetics can jointly increase the risk of dementia.The research, published in the journal Neurology, suggests that even if someone is genetically predisposed to develop dementia, maintaining good cardiovascular health can help…
Internationally, scientists now have on file the genomes of more than 47,000 different samples of the virus that causes COVID-19 — up from just one in January. Here's a transmission electron micrograph of SARS-CoV-2 virus particles (orange) isolated from a patient. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases/National Institutes of Health hide caption toggle caption…
7 min read The following story contains spoilers for Landman season 2, episode 6, "Dark Night of the Soul." TAYLOR SHERIDAN IS not messing around. It’s past the midpoint in Landman season two, which means it’s go time. He runs through a veritable bingo card of Sheridan screenwriting bits on “Dark Night of the Soul”—from
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4 min read Banana water is a new product being marketed as an alternative sports drink. Registered dietitians say banana water can offer people a creative way to stay hydrated. There are concerns of missing nutrients in banana water that would normally be found in traditional sports drink and in the fruit itself. IF TRADITIONAL