Research reveals that traumatic brain injury can alter the brain’s subsequent response to stress
Researchers from the Department of Cell Biology, Genetics and Physiology at the University of Malaga have led an international scientific team that has studied how a traumatic brain…
Phthalates affected several cell types in the ovary
Common chemicals called phthalates, which are used in plastics, cosmetics and personal care products, may affect several different cell types in the human ovary. This is shown in…
Twin study sheds new light on screen time and mental health
Shared family factors, such as genes and upbringing, are likely to explain a large part of the link between high screen use and mental health problems in young…
Chromosome 21 locus points to key genes behind olive verbascoside
Olive fruit contains a diverse mixture of phenolic compounds that contribute to nutritional, sensory and functional traits. During ripening, verbascoside often rises as oleuropein declines, suggesting that their…
Immune cells support early placental development
In addition to their established role in fighting pathogens, certain maternal immune cells (neutrophils) can support early placental development by supporting placental cells migrate into the uterine lining.