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We tend to think that emotional words are more likely to grab our attention. It can seem impossible to ignore the insults shouted in a crowded room or the disturbing phrases heard on the television. However, a new study has been published psychological science This suggests that the opposite may occur before words reach consciousness. Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem found that when people are concentrating on a visual task, they are less likely to consciously notice negative spoken words than neutral ones. The findings provide new insights into how the brain decides what information enters consciousness and…

Primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) is a common endocrine disorder characterized by excessive secretion of parathyroid hormone (PTH). Some patients experience significant bone loss and increased fracture risk, while others with similar hormone levels maintain relatively healthy bones. So far, the reasons for this variation remain unclear. Now, a new study led by Professor Roberto Pacifici has been published in the journal May 25, 2026. bone researchResearchers investigated whether the gut microbiota could explain differences in skeletal outcomes among PHPT patients. The research team analyzed stool samples, bone density measurements, and immune cell profiles from 50 patients with PHPT. Their findings revealed…

Carefully designed metal-free carbon monoxide prodrugs could help prevent the spread of some of the deadliest cancers, Weill Cornell Medicine researchers say. A recent preclinical study published in Advanced Science proposes a new strategy to potentially reduce recurrence of pancreatic and triple-negative breast cancer in patients who initially respond to treatment. Even after surgery or chemotherapy, microscopic cancer cells often survive and form new tumors in distant organs. Researchers have long sought treatments that can safely block this process. “We are developing a unique approach to blocking metastases using metal-free prodrugs designed to release low levels of carbon monoxide in…

A recent study by Ruibao Li and Jennah Dharamshi found that nature This may help us understand the beginnings of animal evolution billions of years ago. These discoveries are the result of a collaboration between researchers at Indiana University Bloomington, the Institute of Evolutionary Biology in Spain, and Uppsala University in Sweden, led by JP Gerdt and Iñaki Ruiz-Trillo. These researchers discovered that after feeding certain single-celled relatives of animals with specific bacteria, the single cells began to attach to each other, revealing the manner in which our ancestors may have begun evolving into animals billions of years ago. Animal…

If you get a good night’s sleep, you’re more likely to show up to the polls and vote. On the other hand, those who roll over are more likely to participate in non-traditional political actions such as boycotts and protests. These various political actions are tied to our biological need for restorative rest. A study on sleep and civic engagement was recently published in the journal Political Psychology. Voting and participating in civic life require considerable reserves of time and mental energy. For decades, political scientists have used resource models to understand why certain groups of people are more likely…

A federal judge in South Carolina ruled this week that the Trump administration’s termination of environmental justice grants was “unlawful.” The decision marks a setback for efforts to dismantle a Biden administration-era program that funds projects that address environmental and public health challenges in underserved communities across the country. In his ruling, U.S. District Judge Richard Gergel found that the Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to eliminate the $2.8 billion Environmental and Climate Justice block grant program was illegal and invalidated the lawsuit. But Mr. Gergel stopped short of issuing a permanent injunction requiring the agency to resume administering the program.…

Researchers have developed a non-invasive method to reduce movement disorders in Parkinson’s disease patients by applying overlapping electrical currents to the scalp. This technology reaches deep into the brain without the need for surgery, and there is a noticeable improvement in slowness and tremors for at least an hour after one session. These results were published in a peer-reviewed journal. e-biomedicine. Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disease that affects movement and body coordination. People with this disorder often experience tremors, muscle stiffness, and an overall slowness of movement known as bradykinesia. These symptoms result from pathological changes in the…

Republican attorneys general from 14 states and 19 Republican legislators are calling on U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin to classify and regulate the abortion drug mifepristone as a water pollutant. Mifepristone is prescribed as part of a two-drug therapy to terminate a pregnancy. Research shows that medical abortion is safe and effective. State officials argued in a letter last Friday that mifepristone poses a “growing threat to the nation’s waterways.” The letter was signed by the attorneys general of Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, Louisiana, Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Texas. Similar claims were…

Researchers at Brazil’s Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP) have discovered a new strategy that may protect neurons and other brain cells involved in Parkinson’s disease in the future. The results of the study conducted on mice were published in a journal. neuropharmacology. The study, supported by FAPESP, evaluated the impact of a peptide (Ac2-26), a fragment of a protein (annexin A1), on disease. This protein is naturally produced in both rodents and humans, and previous animal studies have shown that this molecule controls neuroinflammation and reduces neurodegeneration associated with Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease is closely linked to neurons that…

When society’s expectations change that men are adopting characteristics historically associated with women, men who cling to traditional gender ideals are less likely to intervene and try to stop sexual harassment in the workplace. These perceived changes can trigger defensive responses that suppress a person’s intentions to help the target of harassment. The study was published in the journal Sex Roles. Harassment is a widespread problem in professional settings. To combat this, organizations often rely on bystander intervention. Bystanders are individuals who witness harassment and can choose to intervene or remain passive. The likelihood of someone intervening depends largely on…