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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 ...

Dec 4, 2025 in Other Sciences
Medical Xpress / Harmful exposure to metal discovered in recycling center employees

The metal recycling industry is growing, not least due to the use of metals in green energy electronic components. Researchers at Lund University have examined the inhaled air of workers at 13 recycling companies in Sweden. ...

Dec 4, 2025 in Health
Phys.org / Priming for planned sex increases desire, frequency in parents with young children

Between the lack of sleep and free time, physical, hormonal and relationship changes, and juggling work and other life commitments, many couples find their sex lives take a hit in the transition to parenthood. Continuing ...

Dec 1, 2025 in Other Sciences
Medical Xpress / Rebuilding the mind after cancer: Study shows remote program could help

For many adults recovering from cancer, finishing treatment does not mean the end of challenges. Up to 80% of survivors continue to struggle with "chemobrain"—subtle but disruptive changes in memory, attention, and mental ...

Dec 4, 2025 in Oncology & Cancer
Phys.org / Brain-like features in sea urchin larvae reveal light-dependent behavior

Researchers at University of Tsukuba have identified a brain-like cluster of neurons in sea urchin larvae, traditionally considered lacking a brain, that regulates light-responsive behavior. The work is published in the journal ...

Dec 4, 2025 in Biology
Medical Xpress / Psychosocial stress linked to early signs of heart inflammation in women

Women who report high levels of psychosocial stress, such as from caregiving and lack of emotional support, show signs of early heart tissue changes associated with cardiovascular disease—an association not observed in ...

Dec 4, 2025 in Psychology & Psychiatry
Medical Xpress / Nearly one in five child deaths linked to growth failure, global analysis finds

Nearly 1 million children around the globe fail to reach their fifth birthday every year due to devastating health consequences linked to child growth failure, making it the third leading risk factor for mortality and morbidity ...

Dec 2, 2025 in Health
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 ...

Dec 4, 2025 in Biology
Medical Xpress / The do's and don'ts of cold weather sports: A physical therapist offers advice

Winter sports are extreme by nature: Freezing temperatures, slick surfaces, whiteout conditions, and sharp blades can all make injury more likely.

Dec 4, 2025 in Health
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.

Dec 4, 2025 in Psychology & Psychiatry
Phys.org / Smart hydrogels act as 'micromachines' to squeeze and study living cells

Within tissues, cells are embedded in complex, three-dimensional structures known as the extracellular matrix. Their biomechanical interactions play a crucial role in numerous biological processes. Scientists at the Max Planck ...

Dec 2, 2025 in Biology
Phys.org / What happens to eagles after rehab?

There are many ways for an eagle to suffer a human-caused death. Electrocution, lead poisoning, vehicle collisions, or being shot, to name a few. Some of these deaths are "offset" through a provision within the Bald and Golden ...

Dec 4, 2025 in Biology