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Rewiring the body clock: Deep brain imaging reveals unexpected complexity in jet lag adjustment

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In a study published in Nature Communications , led by researchers at National Taiwan University (NTU) and National Tsing Hua University (NTHU), scientists used the deepest-ever two-photon calcium imaging in awake mice to directly observe how individual SCN neurons respond to light. Your feedback is important to us.

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Texas invests $50M in psychedelic drug research to treat addiction

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A 2024 study published in the journal Nature Medicine found that military veterans with brain injuries saw major mental and physical improvements after just one ibogaine session. However, we do not guarantee individual replies due to the high volume of messages. In Brazil, the therapy has helped thousands.

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A Review of H5N1

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cases in 2024-2025, H5N1 disease in humans had a high mortality rate of up to 50%. since 2024, have primarily been very mild with symptoms consisting of conjunctivitis and upper respiratory symptoms with or without fever. There have been a few severe cases and one individual died with H5N1 infection. Prior to the current U.S.

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Long-lasting HIV prevention shot headed toward approval

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However, we do not guarantee individual replies due to the high volume of messages. Your feedback is important to us. E-mail the story Long-lasting HIV prevention shot headed toward approval Your friends email Your email I would like to subscribe to Science X Newsletter.

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Optimizing Nutrition in Aging: A Podcast with Anna Pleet, Elizabeth Eckstrom, and Emily Johnston

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ABIM MOC credit will be offered to subscribers in November, 2024. And for any, any diet, it can, we can really tweak it to an individual’s preferences, their needs, that kind of thing. Subscribers will claim MOC credit by completing an evaluation with self-reflection questions. For any MOC questions, please email moc@ucsf.edu.

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Flu Season 2024-2025: CDC Reports Worst Outbreak in Years

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According to the CDC , the onset of the 2024-2025 flu season has been marked by an unusually high number of cases. Among the most vulnerable groups, the elderly, young children, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions are experiencing severe complications.

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Surfers play crucial role in beach safety according to study

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Although they make a vital contribution to saving lives, bystander rescues often expose untrained individuals to hazardous conditions without the training and equipment available to professionals. However, we do not guarantee individual replies due to the high volume of messages. Sometimes, bystanders become victims themselves.