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A team of researchers from Japan’s Kitano Hospital has unveiled a new breakthrough drug designed to restore tooth growth. This drug will be the world’s first drug designed to treat congenital edentia – a condition in which molars do not begin to grow.
Currently, about 1% of people in the world suffer from congenital adentia, which can be either complete or partial. The new drug aims to treat the effects of this disease by targeting the USAG-1 protein, which inhibits tooth growth.
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With the desire to improve their nutrition, many are faced with a strong desire to break the rules of the diet and indulge in unhealthy foods, especially during periods of emotional turmoil. To avoid such breakdowns and not to disrupt all your weight loss efforts, it is recommended to adhere to the following tips:
Keeping a food diary: Write down what you eat, when you eat, and how you feel while eating. This will help you identify patterns related to your mood and eating.
Reduce stress: Use relaxation techniques such as breathing practices, meditation or yoga to reduce stress, which may contribute to emotional eating.
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Scientists from Tsinghua University in China have presented a new method of treating bronchial asthma based on genetic engineering. Researchers have created genetically modified cells that can fight this disease. Asthma is an allergic condition in which the airways become swollen and narrowed, leading to difficulty breathing.
The main cause of asthma is a type 2 immune response, in which immune cells attack the body’s own body. Current treatments, such as inhaled steroids and antibody injections, help suppress symptoms but cannot completely cure the disease.
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Scientists from the University of Florida in the US conducted a study showing that orange peel extract may have positive effects on cardiovascular health. The study tested two types of extracts: polar and nonpolar fractions to evaluate their ability to reduce levels of trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO), which is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
The results showed that the non-polar fraction of orange peel extract successfully reduced the production of harmful chemicals. In addition, a substance called feruloylputrescine was found in the polar fraction extract, which inhibits the enzyme responsible for the production of TMAO.
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Pediatric dermatologist Mega Tollefson from the Mayo Clinic in the US shared valuable tips for protecting children from the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays. According to the specialist, children, especially infants, are advised to avoid sunburn, which can not only be painful, but also increase the risk of infections.
Dr. Tollefson emphasized the importance of preventing sunburn in children, as it can increase the likelihood of developing melanoma in the future.
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Cetaceans, especially sperm whales, have long been known for their interesting communication abilities. They use a series of clicks called codes to communicate with each other. Research has shown that each clan of sperm whales has its own unique sound characteristics, but a new discovery about their language has amazed scientists.
Biologists have found that sperm whales can combine sound codes, creating musical ornaments and various rhythmic patterns. This led to the development of the “Sperm Whale Phonetic Alphabet”, based on the more than 9,000 unique sounds used by Eastern Caribbean sperm whales.
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Recent observations by a group of scientists in the Ubajara National Park in Brazil led to an interesting discovery – the capuchins living in this area have learned to use tools in the process of hunting. Experts have recorded 214 cases of these primates using stones and sticks to obtain food.
Male capuchins preferred to use stones, while females preferred traditional methods of foraging. The main methods of using tools were to catch spiders and dig tubers out of the ground.
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Researchers have long believed that the Kalimantan barburula, a tiny frog native to the cold streams of western Borneo, is the only species without lungs. However, new observations by specialists from the Florida Museum of Natural History have shown that these organs are still present in this unique frog.
It was previously thought that the lack of lungs was an adaptation to the aquatic habitat of this species. However, the use of a high-resolution microscanner allowed scientists to detect tiny, thin lungs that were “hidden” and not visible during normal observations.
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A unique species of cat appeared in Finland 15 years ago, which aroused wide interest among scientists and animal lovers. These cats are called “salmiak” because of their unusual coloring, reminiscent of the popular licorice beloved by the Finns. Experts from the University of Helsinki conducted a study and discovered the genetic reason for the unique coat color of these animals.
The analysis showed that cats with the Salmiak color had chromosomal rearrangements in the KIT gene, which is responsible for coding white color. This 95,000 base pair DNA deletion mutation is quite large and is not found in normally colored cats.
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A team of biologists conducted research to understand why killer whales have been aggressive towards yachts in the Bay of Cadiz for the past four years. During the analysis, it was found that this behavior is not associated with territorial defense, as it might seem, but is the result of a child’s game.
It turned out that this particular group of killer whales, consisting of 15 individuals, were mostly young male teenagers who were just having fun, being curious and playful. These “games” are typical for killer whales, and unfortunately, they often lead to the death of other animals, becoming undesirable consequences.
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