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Four Distinct Autism Subtypes Discovered, Poised to Increase Diagnoses Significantly
Princeton and Simons Foundation research identified four autism subtypes with distinct genetic 'fingerprints', potentially leading to a significant increase in diagnoses, especially among girls and those with subtle symptoms, due to improved screening and earlier detection.
Four Distinct Autism Subtypes Discovered, Poised to Increase Diagnoses Significantly
Princeton and Simons Foundation research identified four autism subtypes with distinct genetic 'fingerprints', potentially leading to a significant increase in diagnoses, especially among girls and those with subtle symptoms, due to improved screening and earlier detection.
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44% Bias Score
Ottawa Hospital Joins US$150 Million Bipolar Disorder Research Initiative
The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute received a US$2.3 million grant to join BD², a US$150 million research initiative studying bipolar disorder, aiming to improve diagnosis and treatment by sharing data across 15 institutions and following 4,000 patients for five years.
Ottawa Hospital Joins US$150 Million Bipolar Disorder Research Initiative
The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute received a US$2.3 million grant to join BD², a US$150 million research initiative studying bipolar disorder, aiming to improve diagnosis and treatment by sharing data across 15 institutions and following 4,000 patients for five years.
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44% Bias Score
Quebec Universities Propose $2 Billion Plan to Attract Research Talent Amid U.S. Funding Crisis
Four Quebec universities propose a $2-billion Polaris Platform to attract 25-100 established researchers, 500 international PhD students, 300 post-docs, and 150 professors to Canada, capitalizing on U.S. science funding cuts to bolster Canada's research capacity in AI, RNA medicine, clean energy, an...
Quebec Universities Propose $2 Billion Plan to Attract Research Talent Amid U.S. Funding Crisis
Four Quebec universities propose a $2-billion Polaris Platform to attract 25-100 established researchers, 500 international PhD students, 300 post-docs, and 150 professors to Canada, capitalizing on U.S. science funding cuts to bolster Canada's research capacity in AI, RNA medicine, clean energy, an...
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48% Bias Score
Mindfulness Meditation: Potential for Serious Negative Side Effects
Studies reveal that over 10% of regular meditators in the US experienced negative effects lasting at least one month, including anxiety, depression, and psychotic symptoms, raising ethical concerns about the industry's promotion and clinical application due to limited scientific knowledge on safe pr...
Mindfulness Meditation: Potential for Serious Negative Side Effects
Studies reveal that over 10% of regular meditators in the US experienced negative effects lasting at least one month, including anxiety, depression, and psychotic symptoms, raising ethical concerns about the industry's promotion and clinical application due to limited scientific knowledge on safe pr...
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60% Bias Score
Germany Launches Program to Attract Foreign Researchers Amidst US Crackdown
German Research Minister Dorothee Bär announced a new program to attract foreign researchers, offering comprehensive support including jobs for partners and childcare, partly in response to the US government's actions against universities.
Germany Launches Program to Attract Foreign Researchers Amidst US Crackdown
German Research Minister Dorothee Bär announced a new program to attract foreign researchers, offering comprehensive support including jobs for partners and childcare, partly in response to the US government's actions against universities.
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44% Bias Score
Trump Administration Freezes $2 Billion in Harvard Research Funding
The Trump administration abruptly froze over $2 billion in federal research funding to Harvard University, citing unsubstantiated allegations of antisemitism; this action halted numerous crucial research projects, and the university claims this violates federal law.
Trump Administration Freezes $2 Billion in Harvard Research Funding
The Trump administration abruptly froze over $2 billion in federal research funding to Harvard University, citing unsubstantiated allegations of antisemitism; this action halted numerous crucial research projects, and the university claims this violates federal law.
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40% Bias Score
Four Distinct Autism Subtypes Discovered, Unlocking Targeted Treatments
A Princeton University and Simons Foundation study identified four distinct autism subtypes based on behavior and genetics, impacting diagnosis and treatment; genetic mutations before or after birth affect subtypes, potentially leading to targeted therapies.
Four Distinct Autism Subtypes Discovered, Unlocking Targeted Treatments
A Princeton University and Simons Foundation study identified four distinct autism subtypes based on behavior and genetics, impacting diagnosis and treatment; genetic mutations before or after birth affect subtypes, potentially leading to targeted therapies.
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36% Bias Score
Leipzig Researchers Use Metabolic Chambers to Study Metabolic Diseases
Scientists in Leipzig use newly acquired metabolic chambers to study metabolic diseases, a new study involving 24-hour stays to measure energy expenditure and tailor dietary plans, funded by a multi-million Euro DFG grant.
Leipzig Researchers Use Metabolic Chambers to Study Metabolic Diseases
Scientists in Leipzig use newly acquired metabolic chambers to study metabolic diseases, a new study involving 24-hour stays to measure energy expenditure and tailor dietary plans, funded by a multi-million Euro DFG grant.
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8% Bias Score
Appendiceal Cancer Rates Surge Among Millennials
A Vanderbilt University study reveals a sharp increase in appendiceal cancer among Millennials, with rates seven times higher in their 30s than in the 1940s, possibly due to a new environmental exposure; early diagnosis significantly improves survival.
Appendiceal Cancer Rates Surge Among Millennials
A Vanderbilt University study reveals a sharp increase in appendiceal cancer among Millennials, with rates seven times higher in their 30s than in the 1940s, possibly due to a new environmental exposure; early diagnosis significantly improves survival.
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32% Bias Score
Statins Linked to 40% Increased Sepsis Survival Rate
A major trial of 12,000 sepsis patients in Israel found that those taking statins had a 39% lower risk of death compared to those not taking statins, highlighting the potential of this medication to significantly reduce sepsis mortality.
Statins Linked to 40% Increased Sepsis Survival Rate
A major trial of 12,000 sepsis patients in Israel found that those taking statins had a 39% lower risk of death compared to those not taking statins, highlighting the potential of this medication to significantly reduce sepsis mortality.
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40% Bias Score
China Overtakes US in Global University Rankings
China surpasses the US in the number of universities listed in the Global 2000 rankings, with 346 Chinese institutions (up from 324 last year) compared to 319 US institutions (down from 329), driven by increased research performance and government investment in China, coupled with challenges facing ...
China Overtakes US in Global University Rankings
China surpasses the US in the number of universities listed in the Global 2000 rankings, with 346 Chinese institutions (up from 324 last year) compared to 319 US institutions (down from 329), driven by increased research performance and government investment in China, coupled with challenges facing ...
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48% Bias Score
LLMs Outperform Humans in Emotional Intelligence Tests
A study by UNIGE, UniBE, and the Czech Academy of Sciences found six LLMs outperformed humans in five emotional intelligence tests, achieving an average score of 81% versus 56%, with ChatGPT-4 even creating new reliable tests for the research.
LLMs Outperform Humans in Emotional Intelligence Tests
A study by UNIGE, UniBE, and the Czech Academy of Sciences found six LLMs outperformed humans in five emotional intelligence tests, achieving an average score of 81% versus 56%, with ChatGPT-4 even creating new reliable tests for the research.
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40% Bias Score
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