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Physical exercise improves the elimination of toxic proteins from muscles

A new study could contribute to the development of alternatives to treat muscle weakness and atrophy. An article describes how rats subjected to an aerobic exercise routine preserved their muscle’s contractility properties and their autophagic system’s memory even after having a sciatic nerve injury induced. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, […]

Published on September 29, 2018

Caryn Nicole Paolini Interview: The Courage to Change

Paolini had a good thing going. Why risk it just to pursue some crazy dream? Because that’s what makes life meaningful. 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 […]

Published on September 28, 2018

Lowlanders are no match for Nepal’s Sherpa

The Sherpa people of the Himalayas have long been recognized for their unique ability to excel physically in the thin air of higher altitudes. But new research now suggests that their specially adapted muscles give them up to twice the resistance to muscle fatigue of lowlanders. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David […]

Published on September 28, 2018