Health

Running as little as 50 minutes a week increases lifespan

Running or brisk walking even a few times a week is associated with a reduction in early death risk, a study has said

Nov 5, 2019

By Priya Yadav

Truth or a lie? Here's how experts show you to find it out

A new algorithm can boost a reader's interpretation of what constitutes a lie or false news.

Nov 4, 2019

By R Siva Kumar

How does your brain recognize faces? Ask AI

Scientists found a great similarity between the manner in which faces get encoded in the brain and artificial intelligence systems called deep neural networks.

Nov 4, 2019

By R Siva Kumar

High-intensity exercise can boost memory of elders by 30%, says study

Scientists have found that high-intensity workouts can enhance memory in older adults.

Nov 4, 2019

By R Siva Kumar

This 3-drug combo can improve lungs affected by cystic fibrosis

Patients of cystic fibrosis (CF), who have a single copy of the most common genetic mutation for the disease, can get some relief from a three-drug combination.

Nov 4, 2019

By R Siva Kumar

Measles behind 'immune amnesia' as it knocks out body's immune memory, says study

Vaccinations to prevent measles can help you to prevent 'immune amnesia' or the wiping out of a protective immunity shield in the body.

Nov 4, 2019

By R Siva Kumar

NUS scientists identify key cause and possible treatment for Alzheimer's

Yale-NUS College researchers identified a common anti-diabetes drug, called Metformin, which may cure Alzheimer's disease

Nov 2, 2019

By Bhaswati Guha Majumder

New antibody can protect you from wide-ranging flu strains, scientists reveal

Scientists have found a new antibody that can be used in a universal flu vaccine and leveraged for more effective emergency treatments

Nov 2, 2019

By R Siva Kumar

Studying a primate embryo tells us a lot about human development, scientists reveal

Through a technique to enable primate embryos to grow in the laboratory, the researchers got molecular details of key developmental processes.

Nov 2, 2019

By R Siva Kumar

This quadriplegic can drive a wheelchair just using his tongue!

In a recent clinical trial, scientists confirmed that assistive technology can enable individuals with high-level spinal cord injuries to maneuver a powered wheelchair or control a mouse cursor - with just some simple tongue movements.

Nov 1, 2019

By R Siva Kumar

NTU's research led scientists to understand effects of microorganisms on humans

After this study, the researchers are currently preparing to understand the effect of air microbial communities on the environment

Oct 31, 2019

By Bhaswati Guha Majumder

NTU

Teenagers describe chaos, say bags were not checked at Manchester concert

Teens can 'chill', as study reveals social media does not make you anxious or depressed

An eight-year study indicates that the amount of time spent on social media or screen time does not automatically increase anxiety or depression among teenagers

Oct 30, 2019

By R Siva Kumar

Depression

Why do people yawn when they see others doing it? Read to know more

Research shows that the human urge to yawn gets triggered off by the sight of others yawning and by primitive reflexes in the primary motor cortex.

Oct 30, 2019

By R Siva Kumar

Malaysian police detain couple and seize 182kg of ganja in Jelutong

'Scarce evidence' to show that marijuana benefits patients of anxiety or depression, say scientists

Scientists say there is poor evidence of marijuana being beneficial in treating mental health disorders.

Oct 29, 2019

By Priya Yadav

Depression

Aspirin, ibuprofen and fish oil -- more effective treating depression than antidepressants: Study

A study says statins, painkillers, and fish oil are more effective in treating mental health disorders than antidepressants alone.

Oct 29, 2019

By Priya Yadav

Depression

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Overweight could Hamper Body's Response to Covid Infection, Study Finds

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Health

Running as little as 50 minutes a week increases lifespan

Truth or a lie? Here's how experts show you to find it out

How does your brain recognize faces? Ask AI

High-intensity exercise can boost memory of elders by 30%, says study

This 3-drug combo can improve lungs affected by cystic fibrosis

Measles behind 'immune amnesia' as it knocks out body's immune memory, says study

NUS scientists identify key cause and possible treatment for Alzheimer's

New antibody can protect you from wide-ranging flu strains, scientists reveal

Studying a primate embryo tells us a lot about human development, scientists reveal

This quadriplegic can drive a wheelchair just using his tongue!

NTU's research led scientists to understand effects of microorganisms on humans

Teens can 'chill', as study reveals social media does not make you anxious or depressed

Why do people yawn when they see others doing it? Read to know more

'Scarce evidence' to show that marijuana benefits patients of anxiety or depression, say scientists

Aspirin, ibuprofen and fish oil -- more effective treating depression than antidepressants: Study

Overweight could Hamper Body's Response to Covid Infection, Study Finds

Overweight could Hamper Body's Response to Covid Infection, Study Finds

Research Concerning Matrixyl Peptide

Research Concerning Matrixyl Peptide

Norovirus Outbreak Sparks Health Alert in Illinois Following $1 Burrito Deal at Restaurant

Norovirus Outbreak Sparks Health Alert in Illinois Following $1 Burrito Deal at Restaurant