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Love from the first scent? (scientifically based dating tips)

Sophie Lozowska

Nov 310 min read

Love from the first scent? (scientifically based dating tips)

Have you ever had that amazing feeling of butterflies in your stomach, a sense of being in a muddle - those vague, exhilarating senses...

Understanding strokes: causes, effects and prevention

Javeria Hashmi

Nov 34 min read

Biology

Understanding strokes: causes, effects and prevention

Introduction Strokes can be thought of as 'heart attacks for the brain'. They can be evident in people of various ages and can alter...

White noise: the science behind it and its connection to the brain

Javeria Hashmi

Nov 33 min read

Biology

White noise: the science behind it and its connection to the brain

You may have heard that the use of white noise improves focus, sleep and calms the nerves. Many people use it to maintain a stage of deep...

Exploring Prenatal Factors Linked to Autism Spectrum Disorder

Mila Sonkin

Nov 316 min read

Biology

Exploring Prenatal Factors Linked to Autism Spectrum Disorder

Abstract Autism spectrum disorder is caused by a variety of determinants. This study focuses on how the mother’s exposure to pesticides,...

Determination of prothrombin fragment 1+2 concentration and its utilization in clinical practice

Viktorie Pavlíčková

Oct 28 min read

Biology

Determination of prothrombin fragment 1+2 concentration and its utilization in clinical practice

Introduction According to World Health Organization the most common causes of death in 2019 were ischaemic heart disease and stroke....

Kiana Danesh Manesh

Sep 158 min read

Chemistry

The Science of LSD and Psilocybin

Introduction Psychedelics are recreational drugs that induce visual hallucinations and warp perceptions of time. Although they are...

Endometriosis: One of the 20 Most Painful Medical Conditions

Nicola Stanisławska

Sep 77 min read

Biology

Endometriosis: One of the 20 Most Painful Medical Conditions

Imagine a pain so severe you find yourself helpless. Many doctors tell you that your period pain is normal. But it's not. On average,...

Anushri Shah

Sep 32 min read

Technology

A ‘living’ computer

For years humans have aimed at improving organs using machines. But what if it was the other way around - we replace technology with...

The Power of Diet for Healthy Glowing Skin

Isabella Nguyen

Aug 13 min read

Biology

The Power of Diet for Healthy Glowing Skin

Introduction How do influencers get such radiant skin? That is a question many social media users ask while scrolling on their feed....

The Differences Between Male & Female Bodies in Humans

Amirali Banani

Aug 17 min read

Biology

The Differences Between Male & Female Bodies in Humans

Muscular system of female (left) vs. male (right) human | Image credit: Turbosquid Male and female bodies have some distinct differences...

Allison Andreyev

May 295 min read

Biology

Is Personalized Medicine Worth It?

Imagine a world where there are thousands of possible variations of medicine, even for the common cold. Personalized medicine is an...

How music can play a role in treating patients with Alzheimer’s disease

Dylan House

May 294 min read

Biology

How music can play a role in treating patients with Alzheimer’s disease

What is Alzheimer’s disease? Source: Alzheimer’s Association: what is the difference? Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common form of...

From Earth to Space: Exploring the Long-Term Implications of Microgravity on Bone Structure and Potential Long-Term Ramifications for Astronaut Neurological Development

Priscilla Omonira

May 2922 min read

Biology

From Earth to Space: Exploring the Long-Term Implications of Microgravity on Bone Structure and Potential Long-Term Ramifications for Astronaut Neurological Development

Abstract The profound effects of microgravity on bone structure and its potential long-term consequences for astronaut well-being have...

Arc Protein: What Is It and How Does It Affect Cognitive Function?

Nari Shin

Mar 64 min read

Biology

Arc Protein: What Is It and How Does It Affect Cognitive Function?

Arc protein, or Activity Regulated Cytoskeleton Associated Protein, is a neuron-specific protein that develops memory formation through...

Exploring Oxidative Stress and Lifestyle Management

Ngo Anh Cac Nguyen

Mar 23 min read

Biology

Exploring Oxidative Stress and Lifestyle Management

Oxidative stress is a key factor in various health issues, ranging from common concerns like skin aging to more serious conditions such...

Love On The Brain: The Role Of Hormones and Neurotransmitters In Attraction

Paula Argudo

Mar 24 min read

Biology

Love On The Brain: The Role Of Hormones and Neurotransmitters In Attraction

The process of falling in love seems to be a mystery troubling both poets and scientists. Like any human interaction, its meaning and...

Ethical Considerations in Human Genome Modification

Mohammad Taariq Ashkar Ali

Oct 31, 20236 min read

Biology

Ethical Considerations in Human Genome Modification

Human genome modification is essentially what the name entails; a group of technologies that give scientists the ability to change a...

How Opening a Window Has the Potential to Save Your Grades

Kiki Ambrose

Oct 15, 20234 min read

Biology

How Opening a Window Has the Potential to Save Your Grades

If you are part of the younger generation, you may be familiar with what teenagers have dubbed 'school air' - an idea in which students...

Diya Gopika Sandeep

Oct 4, 20234 min read

Biology

Sunscreen: Uncovering its Impact

Introduction: In different parts of the world, people have adopted various practices to protect their skin from harmful UV rays. In...

VEGF's Role in Tumour Angiogenesis and Novel Anti-Angiogenic Drugs to Treat Cancer & Retinal Disease

Amirali Banani

Sep 29, 202312 min read

Biology

VEGF's Role in Tumour Angiogenesis and Novel Anti-Angiogenic Drugs to Treat Cancer & Retinal Disease

Abstract Tumour cells have a high oxygen and nutrient demand, and thus require a constant blood supply to survive and proliferate. As a...