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AI can predict your age based on chest x-rays

Imagine a fancy AI model that can tell your biological age just by looking at your chest x-rays! Scientists have developed this super-smart algorithm that accurately estimates a person’s age by analyzing their radiographs. It’s like having an AI detective examining clues in an old photo to reveal your true age. And guess what? They […]

Published on August 17, 2023

Platelets: The Fountain of Youth for the Brain!

Imagine if platelets could give your brain the same boost as exercise! Well, researchers have found that a specific blood factor released by platelets called exerkine CXCL4/Platelet factor 4 rejuvenates neurons in aged mice in a similar way to working out. It’s like giving your brain a burst of refreshing energy! This protein, which is […]

Published on August 17, 2023

Common wristbands ‘hotbed’ for harmful bacteria including E. coli, staphylococcus

Routinely cleaning wristbands is generally ignored. New research finds 95 percent of wristbands tested were contaminated. Rubber and plastic wristbands had higher bacterial counts, while gold and silver, had little to no bacteria. Bacteria found were common skin residents of the genera Staphylococcus and Pseudomonas, and intestinal organisms of the genera Escherichia, specifically E. coli. […]

Published on August 16, 2023