Daniel Mediavilla

Lengthening telomeres has been raised as a strategy to extend youth, but a new study also links them to an increased risk of cancer

The psychologist just published his book ‘Death by Suicide’ in which he explains it as a public health problem, paying particular attention to the suffering of survivors

The analysis of almost 8,000 MRIs from 29 nations suggests that a harmful social environment alters the structure of the brain

The British scientist reflects on how little we know about the human brain and explains how neurons in a lobster’s stomach may help us understand our mind

The researcher talks about the capacity to know the consciousness without the need for mysterious elements, and how that can help us live

The work observed a slight increase in bleeding in menopausal women, but the authors say it does not establish causality

An experiment has managed to increase the lifespan of a species of yeast by 80% through the use of synthetic biology techniques

The drug would be useful for women with a history of cancer or who are reluctant to accept hormonal treatments

Epigenetic clocks now make it possible to detect the increase in biological age caused by surgery, pregnancy or serious illness

A new study of fish published in ‘Science’ reveals some paradoxes about sexual selection, a process that also affects humans, though this has been somewhat diluted by culture

The Spanish researcher from University College London took part in a macro-study that applies the theory of evolution to the fight against tumors

Despite the public health risks posed by many food items, respect for the freedom to choose and the power of the food-processing industry make it difficult to expand healthy eating habits in society

The University of Granada researcher talks about the limitations of studies showing beneficial effects of sports and other physical activities on brain function

A study shows that cardiologists cannot tell if an evaluation was done by a machine or a technician, and the software’s assessment includes fewer errors

A new study has found an association, though not necessarily a causal effect, between poor quality sleep and a higher likelihood of a cardiovascular accident

The hallucinogenic beverage from the Amazon could be useful for treating depression or addictions, but scientific studies are still lacking

Works that use neuroscience to dole out life advice are usually bestsellers, but they often lack scientific rigor

A team of American scientists examined for the first time a type of protein from the group of ion channels that is behind the sensation of coldness

A new study shows that there has been a 6% overall increase in feelings of worry, sadness, stress or anger caused by the Covid pandemic, financial crises and social inequality

The French researcher questions the idea that most people are gullible and that the media can easily change their minds

According to a British study, introducing peanuts to infants’ diets could prevent 10,000 children from developing a nut allergy each year

Yet another study claims to show the health benefits of coffee. But scientists note that the causal effect has not been well established

Just 75 minutes of mild physical activity a week are enough to prevent one in 10 premature deaths

A group of researchers is studying the biological tools that allow the naked mole-rat to be fertile until old age with a view to helping humans

An analysis in 15 countries suggests that families must be protected from sales strategies for these products, which include misleading statements

New studies have found links between brain disease and genetic variants known to predispose people to cavities, dentures and missing teeth later in life