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Plasticity during recovery: How young brains adapt to hemispheric surgeries

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According to the CDC, about 456,000 people in the US under the age of 17 have epilepsy. This equates to approximately one in 160 children who suffer from seizures. Some individuals can be treated with medication, but others may be drug–resistant, in which case doctors can recommend a hemispheric surgery. This type of operation stops […]

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From protein to pathology: Investigating multiple system atrophy

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Neurodegenerative diseases are characterized by rapid escalation of cell loss, a consequence of progressive decay of structure and function of neurons. Multiple system atrophy (MSA) is a rare neurodegenerative condition in which central nervous system function is degraded. Atrophy refers to the death of neuronal cells which can have dramatic effects on an individual’s function.

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Wired for health: How bioelectronics is transforming medicine

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In nature, lightning is often a symbol of sudden change — raw, powerful energy that reshapes everything it touches. That same principle of harnessing electricity is finding its way into medicine. In the rapidly evolving world of medical technology, a groundbreaking innovation is reshaping the way chronic diseases are treated: bioelectronics. Imagine not a lightning

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Salt bath saunas: The benefits of REST

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From plunging into freezing cold ice baths to squeezing into compression socks, commercial methods to relax our muscles and minds have never been more abundant. Amidst these options, however, lies one that has piqued the interest of many scientists and consumers: sensory deprivation tanks. Otherwise known as “restricted environmental stimulation technique,” or REST, these pod–like

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Temperature tells: How facial hot spots can reveal how well you are aging

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A person’s face is worth a thousand words. Tiny muscles beneath the skin dictate whether we grin or grimace, scrunch up our faces, or stick out our tongues. Both anxiety and excitement fill the capillaries of our cheeks with blood, which may even turn pink, and warm with embarrassment or exhilaration. When we’re truly terrified

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Societal challenges of hormonal birth control for men

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For many couples, reliable birth control is an important aspect of their relationships. The field of male contraception is evolving to become more accessible and mainstream. Traditionally, a majority of birth control options are the responsibility of women. For male contraceptives to gain widespread acceptance, a broad shift in mindset is essential. Men must be

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