In the intricate maze of a fruit fly’s mind, decisions are made based on expectations of reward. By locating the exact spot in a fly’s brain where these calculations occur, scientists have unlocked insights into how the brain orchestrates this complex behavior. Just as a pilot deftly navigates through a storm, the fly’s brain uses […]
Published on September 22, 2023
Move over, brainiacs! Scientists have discovered that a compound called trigonelline found in coffee can majorly boost thinking skills in aging mice. It’s like giving the mice a double-shot espresso to wake up their brains! The researchers think that trigonelline works its magic by decreasing brain inflammation and restoring important chemicals that help with memory. […]
Published on September 22, 2023
Imagine being a superhero mom, passing on a shield of protection to your little one before they even enter the world! That’s what the CDC panel is recommending with Pfizer’s respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine. Just like a vaccination prepares your body to fight off harmful invaders, this vaccine helps pregnant women fend off RSV, […]
Published on September 22, 2023