Month: March 2025

Novel research shows brain connections can predict future substance use in adolescents

Adolescent substance use is a significant predictor of future addiction and related disorders. Understanding neural mechanisms underlying substance use initiation and frequency during adolescence is critical for early prevention and intervention. A novel study shows that by tracking year-to-year changes in brain connectivity underlying cognitive control, the ability to flexibly use goals to guide behavior […]

Published on March 3, 2025

This Man Saved Over 2 Million Lives

James Harrison, whose blood plasma saved the lives of more than 2 million babies, has died, his family said Monday. 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 […]

Published on March 3, 2025

Pope Francis Had 2 Episodes of ‘Acute Respiratory Insufficiency’, Vatican Says

Pope Francis, battling double pneumonia in the hospital, suffered two episodes of “acute respiratory insufficiency” on Monday and required use of non-invasive, mechanical ventilation, the Vatican said. 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 […]

Published on March 3, 2025