Components of cytoskeleton found to strengthen effect of sex hormones

by Albert Ludwigs University of FreiburgSuper-high-resolution microscopic image of a cell that has been exposed to the sex hormone dihydrotestosterone. The androgen receptor (violet) and actin (g

Updated on: February 19,2024

Components of cytoskeleton found to strengthen effect of sex hormones

by Albert Ludwigs University of FreiburgSuper-high-resolution microscopic image of a cell that has been exposed to the sex hormone dihydrotestosterone. The androgen receptor (violet) and actin (g

Updated on:February 19,2024

Mouse model of transgender men finds active testosterone worsens IVF outcomes

by The Endocrine SocietyCredit: CC0 Public DomainActive testosterone therapy for transgender men may negatively impact IVF outcomes, suggests a mouse study being presented Monday at ENDO 2022, th

Updated on: February 03,2024

Mouse model of transgender men finds active testosterone worsens IVF outcomes

by The Endocrine SocietyCredit: CC0 Public DomainActive testosterone therapy for transgender men may negatively impact IVF outcomes, suggests a mouse study being presented Monday at ENDO 2022, th

Updated on:February 03,2024

High cholesterol caused by childhood sedentariness could be reversed with light physical activity

byUniversity of ExeterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIncreased sedentary time in childhood can raise cholesterol levels by two thirds as an adult, leading to heart problems and even premature

Updated on: January 20,2024

High cholesterol caused by childhood sedentariness could be reversed with light physical activity

byUniversity of ExeterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIncreased sedentary time in childhood can raise cholesterol levels by two thirds as an adult, leading to heart problems and even premature

Updated on:January 20,2024

MRI innovation reveals cells' energy activity in organs and tissues

by Joe Rojas-Burke,Oregon Health & Science UniversityBrain tissue semi-log SDE DWI decays to ultra-large b values; (a) 600,000 s/(mm)2, (b) 70,000 s/(mm)2. In panel a, the black diamonds are

Updated on: January 28,2024

MRI innovation reveals cells' energy activity in organs and tissues

by Joe Rojas-Burke,Oregon Health & Science UniversityBrain tissue semi-log SDE DWI decays to ultra-large b values; (a) 600,000 s/(mm)2, (b) 70,000 s/(mm)2. In panel a, the black diamonds are

Updated on:January 28,2024

We are more satisfied with life as we age, thanks to this neurochemical

by FrontiersSpacefilling model of oxytocin. Created using ACD/ChemSketch 8.0, ACD/3D Viewer and The GIMP. Credit: Wikipedia.People whose brains release more of the neurochemical oxytocin are kind

Updated on: February 19,2024

We are more satisfied with life as we age, thanks to this neurochemical

by FrontiersSpacefilling model of oxytocin. Created using ACD/ChemSketch 8.0, ACD/3D Viewer and The GIMP. Credit: Wikipedia.People whose brains release more of the neurochemical oxytocin are kind

Updated on:February 19,2024

Researchers develop C. elegans as a model for investigating metabolism variations between individuals

by Jim Fessenden,University of Massachusetts Medical SchoolCaenorhabditis elegans. Credit:KbradnamatEnglish Wikipedia/Wikimedia Commons,CC BY-SA 2.5Using four unrelated s

Updated on: February 19,2024

Researchers develop C. elegans as a model for investigating metabolism variations between individuals

by Jim Fessenden,University of Massachusetts Medical SchoolCaenorhabditis elegans. Credit:KbradnamatEnglish Wikipedia/Wikimedia Commons,CC BY-SA 2.5Using four unrelated s

Updated on:February 19,2024

How tasty is the food? New insights on how the brain regulates feeding behavior

by Max Planck SocietyThe joy of eating—but when is it enough? A study now shows that the hormone ghrelin and specialized neurons regulate food intake and the associated feeling of reward. Credit:

Updated on: February 21,2024

How tasty is the food? New insights on how the brain regulates feeding behavior

by Max Planck SocietyThe joy of eating—but when is it enough? A study now shows that the hormone ghrelin and specialized neurons regulate food intake and the associated feeling of reward. Credit:

Updated on:February 21,2024

Well-functioning fat may be the key to fewer old-age ailments

by University of CopenhagenAnders Gudiksen and one of the participants. Credit: Anders Gudiksen, University of CopenhagenFat tissue plays an important role in human health. However, our fat tissu

Updated on: February 03,2024

Well-functioning fat may be the key to fewer old-age ailments

by University of CopenhagenAnders Gudiksen and one of the participants. Credit: Anders Gudiksen, University of CopenhagenFat tissue plays an important role in human health. However, our fat tissu

Updated on:February 03,2024

Dexamethasone effectively reduces COVID-19 deaths but potential diabetic-like complications should be monitored

by Society for EndocrinologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainUse of the steroid, dexamethasone, has been confirmed as a reliable and effective treatment for COVID-19, even in patients with diabetes, a

Updated on: January 31,2024

Dexamethasone effectively reduces COVID-19 deaths but potential diabetic-like complications should be monitored

by Society for EndocrinologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainUse of the steroid, dexamethasone, has been confirmed as a reliable and effective treatment for COVID-19, even in patients with diabetes, a

Updated on:January 31,2024

Study examines how mTOR complexes control energy metabolism

by The City University of New YorkmTOR Signaling and mechanism of actions of mTOR inhibitors. (A) Binding of mTOR inhibitors to different domains on the mTOR protein. Rapamycin binds to the FKBP

Updated on: February 21,2024

Study examines how mTOR complexes control energy metabolism

by The City University of New YorkmTOR Signaling and mechanism of actions of mTOR inhibitors. (A) Binding of mTOR inhibitors to different domains on the mTOR protein. Rapamycin binds to the FKBP

Updated on:February 21,2024

Researchers uncover how mammary glands control overall energy balance and fat metabolism

Researchers uncover how mammary glands control overall energy balance and fat metabolismbyThe Mount Sinai HospitalDeconstruction of mgWAT shows cold-induced remodeling of mammary duct epithelium

Updated on: January 24,2024

Researchers uncover how mammary glands control overall energy balance and fat metabolism

Researchers uncover how mammary glands control overall energy balance and fat metabolismbyThe Mount Sinai HospitalDeconstruction of mgWAT shows cold-induced remodeling of mammary duct epithelium

Updated on:January 24,2024

Without clean water, Pacific Islanders turn to sugary drinks—tackling this could reduce obesity

by Suneha Seetahul and Pierre Levasseur,The ConversationNot all residents have access to safe drinking water. Credit: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, CC BYOne in twopeople in the

Updated on: February 02,2025

Without clean water, Pacific Islanders turn to sugary drinks—tackling this could reduce obesity

by Suneha Seetahul and Pierre Levasseur,The ConversationNot all residents have access to safe drinking water. Credit: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, CC BYOne in twopeople in the

Updated on:February 02,2025