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How tendons become stiffer and stronger

Researchers deciphered the cellular mechanisms through which tendons can adapt to mechanical stresses. People who carry a certain variant of a gene that is key to this mechanism show improved jumping performance. 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 […]

Published on May 24, 2021

Game on: Game-based program boosts physical activity among diabetes patients

Researchers showed that adding gamification with either competition or support increased physical activity for patients with Type 2 diabetes. 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 […]

Published on May 24, 2021

2 Doses of COVID-19 Vaccines Needed to Protect Against Variants

A new study underscores the need to get both doses of COVID-19 vaccines. Scientists found that two doses are needed to provide protection against the variants… 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 […]

Published on May 24, 2021