Month: November 2023

Blinking on a quiz show offers clues to human response under stress

Quiz shows, where contestants answer rapid-fire questions in a high-stress, high-stakes environment, are an integral part of TV programming — and now they are demonstrating that they have research value, according to a new study.  Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the […]

Published on November 16, 2023

More than meows: How bacteria help cats communicate

Many mammals, from domestic cats and dogs to giant pandas, use scent to communicate with each other. A new study shows how domestic cats send signals to each other using odors derived from families of bacteria living in their anal glands.  Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a […]

Published on November 16, 2023

First Home Test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea Approved

The first home test for chlamydia and gonorrhea will soon hit the market, following its approval Wednesday by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.People will be able to buy the Simple 2 Test over-the-counter at a pharmacy, take a specimen in the comfort of their home and… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. […]

Published on November 16, 2023