In new experiments, a drug combination of oxytocin and an Alk5 inhibitor revitalized old male mice leading to increased strength and a lifespan extension of up to 70 percent. Female mice benefited from the drug combination as well but by far not as much as male ones.
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In experiments with mice it has been found that giving a low-dose combination of three substances, zinc, serine, and branched-chain amino acids, leads to a rapid improvement of autism.
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A major issue with wind turbines is to recycle their material at the end of their life time. Currently 90 percent of the mass of a wind turbine, mainly consisting of steel, cables, and concrete, can be recycled. In 2021 the European industry committed to recycling 100 percent of the blades. However, currently the task is difficult since clear regulations for labelling the blades with the materials used are missing.
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In a study with more than 27,000 middle-aged and older adults, it has been found that those who follow a mainly plant-based diet with healthy fats have a lower risk of developing chronic constipation.
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A new stem cell based approach has been developed to double the amount of mitochondria being produced using so-called nanoflower particles. This approach could be more efficient than current mitochondrial therapies to recharge weakened cells and boost their energy production and resilience.
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