In an era when the creation of artificial intelligence (AI) images is at the fingertips of the masses, the ability to detect fake pictures — particularly deepfakes of people — is becoming increasingly important. So what if you could tell just by looking into someone’s eyes? That’s the compelling finding of new research which suggests […]

Adolescents consume around two-thirds of their daily calories from ultra-processed foods (UPFs) new research has found. The study found that UPF consumption was highest among adolescents from deprived backgrounds, those of white ethnicity, and younger adolescents. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for […]

High-protein diets, known as ‘Paleolithic diets’, are popular. Using mouse models, scientists have studied their impact. While effective in regulating weight and stabilizing diabetes, these diets are not without risks. Excess protein greatly increases ammonium production, overwhelming the liver. Excess ammonium can cause neurological disorders and, in severe cases, lead to coma. These results suggest […]