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Cement is one of the most commonly used man-made materials in the world. It is also one of the largest sources of industrial carbon dioxide. Cement manufacturing generates about 8% of the world’s carbon dioxide emissions.In a new article in a magazine ACS Energy LetterResearchers report a new type of cement that uses 70% less energy and reduces carbon emissions by as much as 98% compared to traditional cement production methods.The new process incorporates an electrochemical conversion step before heating the limestone to reduce the extreme heat required later. Researchers are also using recycled cement and concrete to further reduce…

An analysis of Estonian Biobank data found that men report significantly higher sexual desire than women. Sexual desire declined with age, more rapidly for women, and was associated with bisexual or pansexual orientation, recent birth, and relationship satisfaction. The paper is scientific report. Sexual desire is an essential part of human romantic relationships and is critical to overall well-being. It is the feeling of seeking sexual intimacy, sexual activity, or sexual pleasure. It may include thoughts, fantasies, physical sensations, emotions, attraction to others, or a general desire for sexual stimulation. Sexual desire is influenced by hormones, brain activity, physical health,…

As AbbVie continues to leverage its deal with Immunogen to grow its commercially available antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) Elahia, another clinical asset of the acquired company has crossed the FDA finish line. The FDA announced Wednesday that it has approved AbbVie’s CD123 direct ADC pivekimab sunilin-pvzy, which will be brought to market under the name Decnupaz, for the treatment of adults with the rare blood cancer blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm (BPDCN). This condition is a rare, aggressive cancer of the bone marrow and blood that can also affect organs such as the lymph nodes, spleen, and skin. Most patients with…

Researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania have identified a brain immune protein that may play a key role in the progression of Parkinson’s disease (PD). Their findings were; neuronsuggest that blocking this protein with monoclonal antibodies could ultimately lead to treatments that slow the progression of the disease in its early stages. The protein, known as glycoprotein nonmetastatic melanoma B (GPNMB), appears to help harmful Parkinson’s disease-related damage spread from one brain cell to another. Scientists say targeting this could provide a new strategy to slow the disease’s worsening over time. “Many people with…

Living cells cool much more slowly than our current understanding of heat conduction, according to new research from the University of Tokyo. The researchers used two techniques: high-speed temperature mapping and artificial heating to observe how heat is dissipated from liquid-filled artificial sacs (liposomes) that are similar in size to living cells. Although heat dissipated rapidly from the artificial liposomes as expected, other biomolecules within the cells significantly slowed down the cooling of the cells. Understanding the processes behind the slowing of heat dissipation within cells could influence how conditions associated with changes in body temperature are treated, such as…

Adding herbs and spices to vegetables made cafeteria patrons more likely to choose vegetables, increased portion sizes without increasing waste, and provided an easy strategy to promote healthy eating habits. Research: Flavoring vegetables: The influence of seasonings on consumer attitudes and vegetable consumption in a cafeteria environment. Image credit: Pixel-Shot. Americans are consuming far fewer vegetables than recommended, prompting research into ways to increase the acceptability of these foods. Recent articles published in journals nutrition reviews Our results suggest that adding seasoning to vegetables and increasing their portion size may increase vegetable consumption in commercial cafeterias. Difficulty recognizing vegetable flavors…

New research published in British Journal of Psychology suggest that having an exaggerated sense of superiority about one’s social class tends to foster belief in conspiracy theories about psychological assistance. These attitudes can be a barrier to receiving treatment. This provides evidence that how we view our social status influences our physical and mental health. A conspiracy theory is a story that proposes that a group of people is secretly planning a malicious act. In the context of mental health, these beliefs suggest that psychologists and psychiatrists seek to manipulate or control the public rather than truly helping them. Such…

Common kitchen spices, from cinnamon and turmeric to black pepper and oregano, not only add flavor, but can also affect blood sugar, inflammation, brain function, and even the gut microbiome, researchers say. Research: More than antioxidants, spices: From the gut to the brain. Image credit: monticello/Shutterstock.com The researchers reviewed the available literature, particularly studies conducted at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Human Nutrition Center, to determine the effects of spices and herbs on human health. This review is available at nutrition reviews. herbs and spices Herbs and spices have been used around the world for centuries, with most…

The effects of cannabis on the hormonal system and male fertility remain controversial within the scientific community. A study conducted by the University of Geneva (UNIGE) in collaboration with the Swiss Center for Applied Human Toxicology (SCAHT) has provided a new answer, showing that cannabis use does not reduce testosterone levels in young men and may even increase testicular synthesis. However, increased levels of this hormone are not directly related to fertility. These conclusions are based on detailed analysis of plasma samples from 94 Swiss conscripts. Additionally, researchers identified two new hormonal biomarkers that may be useful in detecting regular…

Stacey Hartwell of the South County Environmental Justice Coalition in Prince George’s County, Maryland, said the data center at the former Landover Mall is out of sync with the community. jeremy cox In Staci Hartwell’s view, her community has far more to lose than to gain from large-scale data center development.“I don’t think it has to be in the heart of a community that is suffering from cumulative impacts, it just happens to be a majority black and brown community,” said Hartwell, a resident of Prince George’s County, Maryland, and a strategist with the South County Environmental Justice Coalition. Lerner…