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Phys.org / Why are some people extremely competitive while others are so chill?
If you've ever been on the sidelines at an under-12's team sport, you will know that some children are fiercely competitive, while others are there simply to socialize.
Phys.org / High-resolution GlyT2 structures point to non-opioid analgesic options
Glycine is a major inhibitory neurotransmitter that reduces nerve activity, helping to regulate pain signals, motor control and sensory processing. Glycine transporter 2 (GlyT2) is a key regulator of glycinergic neurotransmission ...
Phys.org / When navigating a timeline full of crises, it's good to have a halo
When it seems like each day brings a new crisis, understanding the nuances of navigating these situations successfully becomes increasingly important for individuals and organizations alike. UConn Department of Communication ...
Phys.org / New research spotlights the value women bring to audit teams and the workplace
Audit teams with more women benefit firms and clients alike by delivering higher-quality audits at a lower cost, according to new research from the University at Buffalo School of Management.
Medical Xpress / Who are the loneliest Americans?
Middle-aged Americans are most likely to feel the pinch of loneliness in their lives these days, a new AARP survey has found.
Phys.org / Governments need to prepare for more frequent large floods
Flood management is a priority for many governments around the world. Recent floods have led to hundreds of deaths and caused significant damage in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Albania, Kenya and elsewhere.
Medical Xpress / To treat long COVID, we must learn from historical chronic illnesses, medical researchers say
In a paper published in Trends in Immunology, scientists and doctors highlight the importance of studying long COVID in the context of other post-acute infection syndromes or chronic illnesses. By analyzing historical accounts ...
Phys.org / New study finds strong link between intimate partner violence and firearm ownership
A new study from the University of California San Diego finds that adults in California and Louisiana who experienced intimate partner violence in the past year—either as victims or perpetrators—are significantly more ...
Medical Xpress / Transcriptomic tech helps to further understand effects of Gulf War Illness
In an Australian-first, researchers have been able to map inflammatory pathways and genetic signatures in Australian veterans who have been diagnosed with Gulf War Illness (GWI).
Phys.org / Sumatra's flood crisis: How deforestation turned a cyclonic storm into a likely recurring tragedy
Cyclone Senyar hit South and Southeast Asian countries in late November. In Indonesia, the island of Sumatra, especially its northern parts, took the worst hit.
Medical Xpress / New UK guideline for clopidogrel recommends pharmacogenetic testing for all patients before prescription
The UK Center of Excellence in Regulatory Science and Innovation in Pharmacogenomics (UK CERSI-PGx), led by the University of Liverpool, has published its first clinical guideline focused on the use of the antiplatelet medication ...
Medical Xpress / Flu season has started early this year—a new variant might be to blame
Every winter, respiratory viruses, especially influenza, SARS-CoV-2 and RSV, put huge pressure on health care systems throughout Europe. In a typical season, flu causes up to 50 million symptomatic cases, and anywhere from ...
