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Scientists convert specific brain cells to neurons

Researchers have discovered a way to generate new human neurons from another type of adult cell found in our brains, a find which could aid treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's

Math may predict your chances of pregnancy

A new math method can help predict a woman's chances of becoming pregnant, depending on how long the couple has been trying, say researchers

Difficulty in chewing an early sign of dementia

The study found that those who had difficulty chewing hard food such as apples had a significantly higher risk of developing cognitive impairments.

Watermelons can prevent heart attacks, says study

A new US study has found a daily slice of watermelon could help prevent heart disease by halting the build-up of harmful cholesterol and also be a help in weight control

Brain structure decides if you can be hypnotised

Hypnosis is described as a trance-like state during which a person has a heightened focus and concentration. It has been used clinically to help patients manage pain, control stress and anxiety and combat phobias.

Deadly snake venom better painkiller than morphine?

French scientists have discovered that venom from one of the world's deadliest snakes, Black Mamba can be used to make a painkiller as powerful as morphine, but without most of the side-effects.

Let your robotic suitcase follow you

A young Spanish inventor claims to have developed a new 'robotic' suitcase that follows the owner by making use of the blue-tooth signal on a smart phone

Why children who eat fast food have lower IQs

Children who grow up on fast food are likely to develop a lower IQ than those who regularly take freshly-cooked meals, a new study has found.

Chicago police find several houses growing pot

In Chicago, a bustling urban metropolis where skyscrapers are as likely to sprout up as anything a farmer might plant, someone decided there was just enough room to grow something a little more organic: Marijuana.

Guess why Mark Zuckerberg has 20 identical grey tees?

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has said he owns 20 identical grey T-shirts, and that was why it seems he wears the same thing every day.

Zinc deficiency erodes immune system

American scientists have uncovered a biological mechanism by which zinc deficiency develops with age eroding the immune system and making a person vulnerable to cancer, heart disease and diabetes.

Vitamin D has no effect on severity of cold

Vitamin D does not reduce the severity of colds, even for those who received a monthly dose of 100,000 units in a trial, says a study.

Can marine animals help you look younger?

Researches said that the elasticity of collagen within the bodies and could hold the answer to looking young

Common antidepressant drug may prevent heart failure

Researchers found that Paroxetine inhibits G protein-coupled receptor kinase 2, a protein kinase that becomes over-expressed when people have heart failure.

Want to look powerful? Shave your head!

Men with shaved heads are seen as tougher, powerful, taller, stronger and having greater potential as leaders, according to a US study.

Soon, a drug to boost blood circulation

Lethal new breed of mosquitoes discovered

Its DNA also does not match any of the existing malaria-transmitting species.

Now, long-term control of allergic asthma

When children suffer from allergies and asthma induced by dust mites, finding relief seems an uphill task. Researchers now claim that three years of allergy shots would offer long-term control of allergic asthma.

Smoking linked with early pancreatic cancer

Those who smoke and drink heavily may develop pancreatic cancer at an earlier age than those who don't, according to a new US study.

Cellphones, tablets spelling the doom for watches?

More and more people — around one in four— are now turning to electronic devices like mobile phones or tablet computers to check the time, and wrist watches may soon fall out of fashion, a study has found.

Students of economics have maximum sexual partners

Though traditionally seen as dull but among the most hardworking students in any institute, economics undergraduates have been found to have nearly five sexual partners since starting university classes.

Kidney stones trouble women more than men

Women are more than twice as likely as men to suffer from urinary tract infections (UTI) caused by kidney stones, says a new finding.

Why do men love boobs? It's hormones of course!

Authors of a book analyze the emotional, biological and cultural reasons behind men's obsession with breasts and conclude that it is due to a hormone released during nursing.

UK mom wakes from coma with no memory of hubby, kids

A mother of three in UK has woken up from a ten day coma convinced that she was a teenager again, with no memories of her husband or children.

Now, 'ostrich pillow' to counter jet lag

Stuffed with synthetic material — "for maximum performance and lightness", the pillow has a hole in which to put your head, and a mouth hole designed to allow its wearer to breathe easily.

Brazil has lost 80 percent of coral reefs in 50 years

The coral reefs of northeastern Brazil have been reduced in size by some 80 percent over the past 50 years due to abusive extraction and pollution from urban and industrial sources, a new report says.