Knowridge Science Report

Full doses of chemotherapy may improve survival in breast cancer

In a new study, researchers found that maintaining full doses of chemotherapy, especially early in the treatment course, is important for the survival of...

A 4-step maintenance plan to help keep your relationship going strong

Early on, relationships are easy. Everything is new and exciting. You go on dates, take trips, spend time together and intentionally cultivate experiences that...

Arrokoth flyby reveals how planetary building blocks were constructed

The farthest, most primitive object in the solar system ever to be visited by a spacecraft — a bi-lobed Kuiper Belt object known as...

One-third of plant and animal species could be gone in 50 years

Accurately predicting biodiversity loss from climate change requires a detailed understanding of what aspects cause extinctions, and what mechanisms may allow species to survive. A...

What happens to your digital self after you die?

Social media pages and accounts often turn into memorials when someone dies, giving people a chance to still feel connected to those they've lost. But...

This study shows new hair growth discovery that may cure baldness

In the life cycle of each human hair, a new hair shaft is created by so-called dermal papilla cells. These specialized cells begin at the...

Common myths about water drinking may damage health in older people

Dehydration is thought to affect between a third to nearly half of frail older people and is associated with a higher risk of adverse...

Why it’s better to exercise before breakfast

Exercise is recommended for people who are overweight or obese as a way to reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular...

Handwashing may help slow an epidemic effectively

In a new study, researchers estimated that improving the rates of handwashing by travelers passing through just 10 of the world's leading airports could...

Using cannabis too much may lead to false memories

In a new study, researchers found that the use of cannabis consistently leads to an increase in susceptibility to false memories. The research was conducted...

Type 2 diabetes is not just about insulin, study shows

In Switzerland, more than 400,000 people suffer from type 2 diabetes, a serious metabolic disorder that is constantly increasing. Obesity, by promoting the resistance to...

Reducing common infections could strongly lower stomach cancer risk

It is well known within the medical community that there is a link between the bacteria Helicobacter pylori (H pylori) and rates of gastric...

Listening to music while driving may reduce heart attack risk

In a new study, researchers found that stress while driving is a risk factor for the development of heart disease and sudden cardiac complications...

An Alzheimer’s study used electrostimulation to evoke vivid memories – here’s what it could...

Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most dreaded diagnoses, and the fear is particularly acute among older people. This complex brain disorder, which usually affects...