Month: May 2023

‘Love hormone’ influences songbird’s choice of mentor

Just like young songbirds learn to sing by imitating their elders, the ‘love hormone’ oxytocin guides them in selecting the right ‘voice coach.’ A new study highlights the important role of oxytocin in the process of social learning among zebra finches. Oxytocin, also known as the ‘love hormone,’ is a chemical messenger in the brain […]

Published on May 18, 2023

WHO Warns Against Using AI in Healthcare

In the world of healthcare, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) has been generating both excitement and concern. The World Health Organization (WHO) recently expressed their enthusiasm for the potential of AI, while also urging caution. They highlighted that the data used by AI to make decisions can be biased or misused, which could have […]

Published on May 18, 2023

FDA Flags Safety Risks of Fatty Liver Treatment

The U.S. health regulator’s staff reviewers on Wednesday raised a string of concerns with Intercept Pharmaceuticals’ treatment for a type of fatty liver disease, sending the drugmaker’s shares plunging 22%. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s reviewers flagged increased… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of […]

Published on May 17, 2023