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Brain Ageing Could Be Fault Of Mothers, Study Suggests
The maternal X chromosome sped up biological ageing in the hippocampus - a brain area crucial for learning and memory.
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Women More Likely To Be Diagnosed With Cancer Than Men In US, Study Finds
Breast cancer in particular has been rising faster among women under 50, the study highlighted.
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First-Ever Female Burial with Weapons, Believed to Be a Warrior, Discovered in Hungary
Archaeologists have uncovered the first known female burial with weapons from the 10th century in Hungary’s Carpathian Basin. This rare find in the Sárrétudvari-Hízóföld cemetery features a mix of male and female grave goods, challenging prior assumptions about gender roles during the Hungarian Conquest period. The burial of SH-63, confirmed...
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2,000-Year-Old Birthday Invitation Found at Roman Fort in UK
A birthday invitation dating back nearly 2,000 years has been discovered at the Vindolanda Roman fort in Northumberland, UK. Written by Claudia Severa, the tablet is the earliest known example of Latin written by a woman. The tablet, preserved due to the fort's unique soil, provides a personal glimpse into Roman life and social interactions, with S...
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Luke Coutinho Breaks Down The Science Of Sexual Arousal
Luke Coutinho explains that sexual arousal is closely linked to the parasympathetic nervous system, a critical part of the autonomic nervous system that regulates many bodily functions, including arousal.
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NASA Astronaut Sunita Williams Health Deteriorates Amid Extended ISS Mission, New Photo Raises Concern
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, stranded on the ISS since early June due to Boeing’s Starliner malfunction, has sparked health concerns after a recent photo showed visible weight loss. Dr Vinay Gupta, a Seattle-based pulmonologist, highlighted signs of potential caloric deficit and physiological stress caused by prolonged time in space. Williams...
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Aerobic Exercise Improves Cognitive Function in Women Undergoing Chemotherapy
A Canadian study found that women with breast cancer who engaged in aerobic exercise during chemotherapy experienced improved cognitive function, often referred to as “chemo-brain.” This clinical trial, involving 57 women, highlighted the positive effects of physical activity on mental clarity and overall quality of life. Although formal cognit...
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Chronic Kidney Disease Cases In Women Tripled In Last 3 Decades: Study
The number of chronic kidney disease (CKD) cases in women has nearly tripled in the past three decades globally, according to a new study led by researchers from the Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences (GAIMS).
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High-Intensity Exercise Proven to Suppress Hunger Hormones, Particularly in Women
A recent study reveals that high-intensity exercise is more effective at reducing hunger than moderate workouts, with a particularly strong effect seen in women. The research, published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society, found that vigorous workouts lower levels of ghrelin, a hormone that stimulates hunger, more significantly in women than me...
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Here's How Tibetan Women's Adapts to Thin Air in Extreme High Altitudes
Tibetan women living on the Tibetan Plateau have developed extraordinary adaptations to thrive in extreme high altitudes. New research from Case Western Reserve University highlights unique physiological traits, including blood and heart characteristics that optimise oxygen delivery. These adaptations are linked to the EPAS1 gene, passed down from ...
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Injection Twice A Year 100% Effective In HIV Treatment: Study
A large clinical trial in South Africa and Uganda has shown that a twice-yearly injection of a new pre-exposure prophylaxis drug gives young women total protection from HIV infection.
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UNESCO Invites Nominations For Women In Science International Award, Check Details To Apply
Women In Science International Award: The 2025 edition of the awards will designate five outstanding scientific researchers in Physical Sciences, Mathematics and Computer Science.
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Why Women Outlive Men, Sex Cells Explain Female Longevity
Researchers found that germ cells impact lifespan differently in male and female killifish, with females experiencing shorter lives without germ cells and males showing improved health.
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Opinion | IITs And Women: It's Not A Question Of Merit, But Access
The number of female enrolments in IITs (Indian Institutes of Technology) more than tripled from just 995 in 2017 to 3,411 in 2023.
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IIT Delhi Launches STEM Mentorship Programme For School Girls
The course is designed to inspire and empower young girls of Classes 9,11 to explore careers in STEM disciplines.
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Brain Ageing Could Be Fault Of Mothers, Study Suggests
The maternal X chromosome sped up biological ageing in the hippocampus - a brain area crucial for learning and memory.
-
Women More Likely To Be Diagnosed With Cancer Than Men In US, Study Finds
Breast cancer in particular has been rising faster among women under 50, the study highlighted.
-
First-Ever Female Burial with Weapons, Believed to Be a Warrior, Discovered in Hungary
Archaeologists have uncovered the first known female burial with weapons from the 10th century in Hungary’s Carpathian Basin. This rare find in the Sárrétudvari-Hízóföld cemetery features a mix of male and female grave goods, challenging prior assumptions about gender roles during the Hungarian Conquest period. The burial of SH-63, confirmed...
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2,000-Year-Old Birthday Invitation Found at Roman Fort in UK
A birthday invitation dating back nearly 2,000 years has been discovered at the Vindolanda Roman fort in Northumberland, UK. Written by Claudia Severa, the tablet is the earliest known example of Latin written by a woman. The tablet, preserved due to the fort's unique soil, provides a personal glimpse into Roman life and social interactions, with S...
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Luke Coutinho Breaks Down The Science Of Sexual Arousal
Luke Coutinho explains that sexual arousal is closely linked to the parasympathetic nervous system, a critical part of the autonomic nervous system that regulates many bodily functions, including arousal.
-
NASA Astronaut Sunita Williams Health Deteriorates Amid Extended ISS Mission, New Photo Raises Concern
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, stranded on the ISS since early June due to Boeing’s Starliner malfunction, has sparked health concerns after a recent photo showed visible weight loss. Dr Vinay Gupta, a Seattle-based pulmonologist, highlighted signs of potential caloric deficit and physiological stress caused by prolonged time in space. Williams...
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Aerobic Exercise Improves Cognitive Function in Women Undergoing Chemotherapy
A Canadian study found that women with breast cancer who engaged in aerobic exercise during chemotherapy experienced improved cognitive function, often referred to as “chemo-brain.” This clinical trial, involving 57 women, highlighted the positive effects of physical activity on mental clarity and overall quality of life. Although formal cognit...
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Chronic Kidney Disease Cases In Women Tripled In Last 3 Decades: Study
The number of chronic kidney disease (CKD) cases in women has nearly tripled in the past three decades globally, according to a new study led by researchers from the Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences (GAIMS).
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High-Intensity Exercise Proven to Suppress Hunger Hormones, Particularly in Women
A recent study reveals that high-intensity exercise is more effective at reducing hunger than moderate workouts, with a particularly strong effect seen in women. The research, published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society, found that vigorous workouts lower levels of ghrelin, a hormone that stimulates hunger, more significantly in women than me...
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Here's How Tibetan Women's Adapts to Thin Air in Extreme High Altitudes
Tibetan women living on the Tibetan Plateau have developed extraordinary adaptations to thrive in extreme high altitudes. New research from Case Western Reserve University highlights unique physiological traits, including blood and heart characteristics that optimise oxygen delivery. These adaptations are linked to the EPAS1 gene, passed down from ...
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Injection Twice A Year 100% Effective In HIV Treatment: Study
A large clinical trial in South Africa and Uganda has shown that a twice-yearly injection of a new pre-exposure prophylaxis drug gives young women total protection from HIV infection.
-
UNESCO Invites Nominations For Women In Science International Award, Check Details To Apply
Women In Science International Award: The 2025 edition of the awards will designate five outstanding scientific researchers in Physical Sciences, Mathematics and Computer Science.
-
Why Women Outlive Men, Sex Cells Explain Female Longevity
Researchers found that germ cells impact lifespan differently in male and female killifish, with females experiencing shorter lives without germ cells and males showing improved health.
-
Opinion | IITs And Women: It's Not A Question Of Merit, But Access
The number of female enrolments in IITs (Indian Institutes of Technology) more than tripled from just 995 in 2017 to 3,411 in 2023.
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IIT Delhi Launches STEM Mentorship Programme For School Girls
The course is designed to inspire and empower young girls of Classes 9,11 to explore careers in STEM disciplines.
