Monthly Archives: November 2023

What dynamics act in animal migrations and parasitic infections?

Newswise — Whether to find food, reproduce, reduce competition, escape predators or escape winter, migration is a survival mechanism for many animal species.   Whether it is a mammal, a bird, a fish or an insect, the migrating animal is exposed to parasites in the habitats it frequents while being able to limit the risks of […]

Fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose reduces severe infection risk by 65% in patients with SARDs

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‘Orange Blood’ Review: No Longer ‘Monster Rookies,’ Enhypen Settle into Veteran Idol Status | Arts

In 2020, following the conclusion of the K-pop survival show “I-Land,” Enhypen rocketed onto the Kpop scene finding near instantaneous success internationally and earning the title of “Monster Rookies” from the Media. But a lot has changed in the three years since the group’s debut. With four EPs, one full length album, several Japanese releases […]

OCT-based approach examines human physiology

A metachronal wave—wavy movements produced by the sequential action of structures like cilia—is created by phase delays in periodic beating between neighboring cilia. This type of phase mapping allows the researchers to visualize and quantify the metachronal wave created by cilia. Why OCT? For their study, Larina says OCT was their top-choice starting point because […]

Young people may be more susceptible to the effects of elevated blood cholesterol and hypertension

Young people may be more susceptible to the effects of the risk factors for developing atherosclerosis. According to a study carried out at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), younger people are especially vulnerable to the damaging effects of elevated blood cholesterol and hypertension, two of the major modifiable cardiovascular risk factors. These findings, […]

Otago scoops $3.5m in Career Development Awards

Māori Health Summer Studentships – $7500 Kaiah Bloor, University of Otago – Chemical synthesis of novel antimicrobial compoundsIn response to the urgent need of treatment against multi drug resistant pathogens, this summer studentship research opportunity focuses on the chemical synthesis of hit analogues for antimicrobial and biofilm inhibition compounds. This research will contribute to developing […]

11 Cases of Listeria Infection Reported in 7 States from Peaches, Plums and Nectarines, Resulting in Preterm Labor and at Least 1 Death

An outbreak of Listeria linked to peaches, plums and nectarines has left at least 11 people ill, including one person who died, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Monday. At least one person has died and 10 people have been hospitalized due to a Listeria infection tied to the fruit sold in […]

MPCA investigating origin of infectious waste found at trash facility

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is investigating how loads containing infectious human and animal waste ended up at the Ramsey/Washington Recycling and Energy Center in Newport. Employees at the waste-to-energy facility began noticing the loads – which included blood and organs – in May. They reported the illegal materials to supervisors, who, in turn, notified […]