Northwestern University
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healthEstrogen Loss in the Brain May Explain Women's Higher Alzheimer's Risk
A new study in mice links estrogen loss in the brain to memory problems, offering a clue to why women account for two-thirds of Alzheimer's cases.
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healthAsthma Drug Shows Promise Against Hard-to-Treat Cancers
Montelukast, a common asthma drug, may help fight triple-negative breast cancer by reprogramming immune cells to attack tumors.
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healthFood Allergy Care Evolves: Expert Insights on Prevention and Innovation
Dr. Ruchi Gupta discusses advancements in food allergy and asthma care, from prevention to future innovations, shaping better outcomes for patients.
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techScientists Develop Artificial Neurons Capable of Communicating with Living Brain Cells
Breakthrough in artificial neuron technology enables 'talking' with mouse brain cells, paving the way for advanced brain implants and energy-efficient computing.
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healthNorthwestern Study: 3-Hour Pre-Sleep Fast Lowers Blood Pressure, Heart Rate, and Improves Glucose Control
A Northwestern University clinical trial found that abstaining from food for three hours before bed significantly improved nighttime blood pressure, heart rate, and daytime blood sugar in overweight adults-without calorie restriction.
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healthSeizure Drug Shows Promise for Alzheimer's Prevention
A decades-old seizure medication, levetiracetam, has demonstrated a novel mechanism for preventing toxic amyloid beta peptide formation, a key hallmark of Alzheimer's disease.