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Despite decades of research, the mechanisms behind the quick flashes of insight that change the way a person perceives their world, called “one-shot learning,” have remained unknown. A mysterious type of one-shot learning is perceptual learning, in which seeing something once dramatically changes our ability to recognize it again. A new study, led by researchers at NYU Langone Health, looks at the moments when we first recognize a blurry object, a primary ability that allowed our ancestors to avoid threats. Posted online at Nature communicationsthe new work identifies for the first time the region of the brain called the high-level…

DNA’s virtual double helix does more than “just” store genetic information. Under certain conditions it can temporarily fold into unusual shapes. Researchers at Umeå University, Sweden, have now shown that such a structure, known as i-DNA, not only forms in living cells but also acts as a regulatory bottleneck linked to cancer. You can think of i-DNA as a kind of “peek-a-boo structure” in the DNA molecule. Its formation is strictly controlled in time and must be resolved at exactly the right time. We think it plays an important role in gene regulation because these structures can appear and…

Why beauticians love this ingredient for hyperpigmentation Hyperpigmentation is one of the most frustrating skin concerns I see in my treatment room. It’s persistent, unpredictable, and often made worse by (well-intentioned) skincare mistakes. When it comes to treating hyperpigmentation, no one topical ingredient does it all. You need a lot of ingredients in your hyperpigmentation toolbox and I’m especially excited about new developments like tranexamic acid (aka TXA). What makes it special is not only that it helps fade dark spots. That’s how it works. To understand why estheticians are excited about tranexamic acid, you first need to understand how…

A new study offers hope that kidney transplant patients could one day have a monthly treatment instead of multiple pills each day. The new treatment may also reduce side effects and increase the lifespan of the donor organ. Currently, kidney transplant patients must take a cocktail of pills every day for the rest of their lives. These standard immunosuppressants prevent the immune system from attacking the new organ, but over time they can damage kidney function and become less effective. Standard immunosuppressants are also associated with diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol and cause side effects that lead most transplant patients to…

There’s something quietly transformative about finding a makeup product that just works. No overthinking, no second guessing, just effortless beauty that enhances what’s already there. For those of us who can look naturally pale or struggle to find a bronzer that feels believable on the skin, the search for the perfect formula can be endless. That’s exactly why the news Rare Beauty Warm Wishes soft matte bronzer it immediately stood out to me. From the first application, it provided soft warmth, seamless blending and a natural finish that feels worn every day. It brings life back to the skin without…

Climate concern is associated with symptoms of depression and anxiety in Finns of all ages. However, these symptoms are less common in people whose climate-related hope is combined with various forms of action, such as volunteering, following a plant-based diet, or avoiding air travel. Hope that society is capable of mitigating climate change is also associated with fewer symptoms of depression and anxiety. Conducted in more than 5,000 Finnish adults, the study examined the associations of climate concern, efficacy-based climate hope, and climate action with mental health, specifically symptoms of depression and anxiety. A commitment to climate action, along with…

Black and African Americans have seen great progress in mental health support, but barriers to quality care remain. These challenges exist year-round, but this February, you can honor Black History Month by exploring the importance of mental health in the Black community and taking action to remove these barriers to access. Below, we highlight the current challenges Black people face in the mental health space and how you can help find practical solutions to culturally competent care for yourself or a loved one. Black History MonthCultural CompetenceBIPOC Mental HealthAccess to health care In this article Discover why culturally competent mental…

There is a lot to consider when evaluating a new customer.Their unique injury history (past and present), goal(s), training experience, time constraints, equipment availability, and even their favorite 90s teen TV drama (if not Party of Five we can’t be friends)……everything is taken into account and cross-referenced with my educational background and experience to ascertain, to the best of my ability, what the best course of action will be to get that individual from Ato Point B, that is to make it as efficient and safe as possible.Evaluation, at least from my perspective, is a combination of muscle testing, motion…

Young adults in Sweden feel much worse than older people in almost all areas of life. While older Swedes rank among the happiest in the world, young adults struggle with loneliness and psychological distress. These are the findings of a new large-scale study of the boom in Sweden, published in the International Journal of Wellbeing and was conducted by researchers at the Stockholm School of Economics, Lund University, Oslo Metropolitan University and Harvard University. Based on survey responses from more than 15,000 people in Sweden, the study reveals clear age-related differences in happiness and well-being. Young adults report lower life…

Have you ever made a decision, only to find yourself second-guessing it moments later? Maybe you spoke in a meeting and immediately wondered if you said the wrong thing, or left a social gathering feeling confident, only to replay your actions in your head and feel uncertain. For many of us, reflecting on our choices isn’t always reassuring—sometimes it fuels self-doubt. As a cognitive scientist, I am fascinated by this gap between what people also objectively know how confident they feel. Indeed, your confidence level can affect so many things – you either speak or act on your ideas, how…