Month: January 2024

Hospitalizations for scooter injuries nearly tripled in the US between 2016 and 2020, UCLA-led research finds

Scooter injuries nearly tripled across the U.S. from 2016 to 2020, with a concurrent increase in severe injuries requiring orthopedic and plastic surgery over the same period. Costs to treat those injuries rose five-fold, highlighting the financial strain these injuries pose to the healthcare system. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, […]

Published on January 9, 2024

What happens to our online activity over the switches to and from Daylight Saving Time?

Daylight Saving Time (DST) might be influencing our internet habits, according to new research. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement Science for the Success of Society. With a keen […]

Published on January 9, 2024

Main regulator for the body`s ‘oven’ discovered

Brown fat cells convert energy into heat — a key to eliminating unwanted fat deposits. In addition, they also protect against cardiovascular diseases. Researchers have now identified the protein EPAC1 as a new pharmacological target to increase brown fat mass and activity. The long-term aim is to find medicines that support weight loss. Read Full […]

Published on January 9, 2024