According to a study presented today at the ESC 2024 Congress, patients with stable coronary heart disease who stopped smoking at any time after their diagnosis reduced their risk of a major event by almost 50%. In contrast, the impact on cardiovascular risk was minimal in patients who reduced their smoking habits. The international CLARIFY […]
Insider letter: The NSF announced $5 million in funding for five pilot projects to develop the NSF National Quantum Virtual Laboratory (NQVL). The NQVL will be a national resource designed to advance quantum technologies and support the broader quantum ecosystem through workforce development and accessible technology. The pilot projects will lay the foundation for the […]
At the heart of any EU strategy for life sciences should be avoiding incompatible and contradictory policy initiatives and creating an environment that leads to a healthier and more resilient Europe. The start of a new mandate is a good time to reflect. Last month, EFPIA published a Competitive strategy for European life sciences, which […]
Good managers are hard to find. Most companies choose their managers based on personality traits, age or experience – and according to a recent study by the National Bureau of Economic Research, they may be wrong. The study, co-authored by David Deming, Isabelle and Scott Black, professor of political economy at Harvard Kennedy School, concludes […]
Howard Kunreuther possessed an unparalleled optimism, which he passed on to others. Howard Kunreuther will be remembered for his many brilliant contributions to our understanding of people’s risk thinking and for his important practical contributions to disaster policies. I hope he will also be remembered for his personal warmth and generosity as a mentor. I […]
UAB begins its fourth season at Protective Stadium on August 29. UAB Athletics offers important guidelines to keep in mind when heading to Protective Stadium on game day. Written by: Katherine KirkMedia contact: Ted Feeley UAB Athletics encourages fans to purchase their tickets early so they don’t miss a single moment at Protective Stadium.Photography: Lexi […]
BURLINGTON, Mass., August 12, 2024 – Azenta, Inc. (Nasdaq: AZTA) today announced that Azenta Life Sciences’ GENEWIZ Multiomics and Synthesis Solutions will celebrate its 25th anniversary and the launch of its annual GENEWIZ Week event from September 16-20. GENEWIZ Week will demonstrate our commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions to researchers worldwide through a series of […]
In a recently published study in JAMA network openedA group of researchers investigated the potential associations between perceived technoference (digital interruptions by parents) and mental health symptoms in adolescents. Study: Perceived parental distraction from technology and adolescent mental health. Image credit: Ground Picture/Shutterstock.com background Digital technology is an integral part of modern family life, aiding […]
Among the 280 million immigrants worldwide, the proportion of Christians, Muslims and Jews is higher than in the overall population, according to a new study by the Pew Research Center published on Monday. “You see that migrants who come to countries like the United States, Canada or various places in Western Europe are more religious […]
If you’ve visited a trendy cafe in recent years, you might have noticed “golden” turmeric milk on the menu. Although the drink has recently been promoted as a caffeine-free, healthy coffee alternative, it’s actually a refined version of haldi doodh – a traditional Indian drink often used as a cold remedy at home. And now […]
