Tagged With "Origin of Life"

At NYU Grossman School of Medicine, our Vilcek Institute of Graduate Biomedical Sciences offers qualified college students who have completed their sophomore or junior year the opportunity to participate in our Summer Undergraduate Research Program, also known as SURP. If you are interested in pursuing a PhD or MD/PhD in the biomedical sciences, our research internship program can provide you with an inside glimpse into life beyond your undergraduate studies. In light of the 2019 coronavirus...

Each year, high-achieving and talented high school, undergraduate, and graduate students are selected to work in New York City as part of the NYSCF Summer Internship Program, a ten-week unique summer enrichment internship program that provides students a rare glimpse into the fast-paced world of stem cell research, insight into life at an entrepreneurial nonprofit research institute, exposure to career opportunities in science, and connections to valuable professional and peer networks.

New research suggests that actively playing music may have a small but positive impact on cognitive function, even in older adults who already show signs of dementia. Music does wonders for your mood, but did you know it might give your brain a boost, too? In fact, playing music— not just listening to it —has a positive effect on your cognition, even if you’re already showing signs of dementia , new research suggests. For a new meta-analysis published in the Journal of the American...

The Naked mole rat is a 3 to 13 inches-long rodent with an almost hairless appearance. Despite the odd appearance, the most curious feature of the naked mole rat is its longevity. Compared with other rodents with a lifespan of 3-4 years, naked mole rats can live for more than 30 years without any physiological deterioration, which generally affects most animals when they become older. Physiological deterioration is a general designation of disease which is caused by aging. In this case, the...

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NEW YORK, Oct 19 (Reuters) - For the first time, a pig kidney has been transplanted into a hum an without triggering immediate rejection by the recipient's immune system, a potentially major advance that could eventually help alleviate a dire shortage of human organs for transplant. The procedure done at NYU Langone Health in New York City involved use of a pig whose genes had been altered so that its tissues no longer contained a molecule known to trigger almost immediate rejection. The...

It’s almost the new year, and with the new year, comes only one thing— resolutions! This is a chance for everyone to get a fresh start and start off the year strong, and what is a better way to start off strong in this work-at-home environment than practicing digital hygiene! In this article, I have complied a series of ways that you could clean up your digital world for a more productive 2022! 1. Organize your inbox by unsubscribing to junk emails Whether you receive no emails or your inbox...

Keywords: COVID-19; Lockdown; ecosystem; air quality; animals Introduction Since the Coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan, China in 2020, countries around the world have actively adopted physical isolation to limit the spread of the epidemic after the effectiveness of home isolation has been verified. As of 9 January 2022, Coronavirus infections have been confirmed in over 300 million persons and 5.48 million deaths from Coronavirus, according to WHO. The Coronavirus is highly contagious and can...

In the unprecedented era of the pandemic, the hidden toll of mental illness was unveiled, intertwining with a troubling revelation about the prevalence of narcissistic personality disorder. As isolation engulfed communities and individuals grappled with fear, anxiety, and loss, the conditions created by the pandemic seemed to serve as a catalyst, unmasking the fragility of mental health and illuminating the disturbingly narcissistic tendencies that emerged amidst the chaos. This...

Background: about protein Almost every activity inside human body utilizes proteins. Protein is categorized as a type of macronutrient. Macronutrient is defined as one of the nutrients able to provide energy. For most people, providing energy is protein’s least significant role in the human body since body will prioritize the energy provision by metabolizing fats and carbohydrates. Protein is regularly spared from energy provision for its unique functions. Its components, the amino acids,...

What is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is an infection in one's lungs caused by bacteria, virus, or fungi. Pneumonia causes one's lung tissue to swell and causes fluid or pus in one's lungs. It will cause difficulties with breathing and can cause a fever and cough with yellow, green, or bloody mucus. Pneumonia can affect both lungs, which is called bilateral or double Pneumonia. Symptoms of Pneumonia There are different symptoms of Pneumonia depending on the cause of it and the age of the patient. The...

In a medical miracle that has stunned the world, 12-year-old Suleiman Hassan’s life was miraculously saved after a traumatic accident left him decapitated. After being hit by a car while riding his bike, Hassan was left with a condition known as atlanto-occipital dislocation, or ‘internal decapitation’, an injury that is extremely rare and considered fatal. Atlanto-occipital dislocation involves a disruption of the ligaments between the occiput (base of the skull) and the upper cervical...

Tinnitus is a condition where individuals hear ringing, buzzing, or other sounds in their ears that are not caused by an external source. In some cases, tinnitus can be a temporary condition, but for others, it can be a chronic issue that significantly impacts their quality of life. There are several factors that can cause tinnitus, and treatment options vary depending on the underlying cause. Symptoms of Tinnitus The most common symptom of tinnitus is hearing sounds in the ears that are not...

Parkinson's Disease is a neurodegenerative condition, which primarily impacts movement. It's chronic and progressive; that means its severity worsens with time. Key features of this illness are: Tremors: Individuals living with Parkinson's disease frequently experience resting tremors, which are involuntary shaking or trembling movements which typically manifest when their affected limb is at rest. Bradykinesia: Parkinson's patients may find initiating and executing movements difficult,...

What is cancer? People have always said that microwave cooking will cause cancer. However, that is not necessarily true. Some people only know that cancer is life-threatening while not knowing what cancer is. What is cancer? Cancer is a disease that makes cells divide uncontrollably and spread into other tissues. Cancer is caused by genetic changes, which are changes in the DNA segments. There aren’t strong evidences to support the claim that microwave cooking is cancerous, but,...

Orthopaedic surgery Orthopaedic surgery focuses on injuries and diseases of your body's musculoskeletal system, including the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles. Some orthopaedists are generalists, while others specialise in certain areas of the body, such as: Hip and knee. Common orthopaedic surgeries include ACL reconstruction surgery and shoulder/knee replacement therapy. Otolaryngology surgery Otolaryngology (ENT)...

AIDS, the last stage of a chronic immune system disease caused by the human immune deficiency virus (HIV), interferes human bodies’ ability to resist infections and disease. Transmission route Common ways of spreading the HIV include sexual transmission, blood transmission, and mother-to-child transmission. Mosquito bites or hugging will not spread HIV. Four Stages of AIDS Stage 1: Acute HIV Infection [lasted for 2-8 weeks] The infectivity of HIV is quite strong during Acute Infection. Some...

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Environmental injustice arises when minority or low-income communities are disproportionately exposed to environmental hazards. The United States perpetuates a negative cycle between environmental injustice and health disparities, as represented in the South Bronx, a neighborhood of New York City. The neighborhood is known as the “asthma valley” due to high local asthma rates: residents face detrimental air pollutants, which significantly debilitate their respiratory tract (Kilani). Asthma...

From the moment we are born, we embark on a journey that weaves together the intricate tapestry of life—a journey marked by birth, old age, illness, and ultimately, death. These four fundamental aspects of human existence are intimately intertwined, each influencing and shaping the others in profound ways. As we navigate through the stages of life, we are confronted with the cyclical nature of existence, with each phase carrying its own unique significance and offering valuable lessons to be...

Many individuals today grapple with unhappiness and depression, often stemming from a lack of a clear sense of purpose or higher pursuits in life. Happiness and self-esteem are achieved through the pursuit of meaningful goals. Having a reason to wake up in the morning is crucial; without it, life can feel chaotic, akin to aimlessly buzzing like a headless fly. In the realm of Positive Psychology, it's recognized that people experiencing depression can benefit significantly from discovering...

Ms. Stacy Pike-Langenfeld, cofounder of the Krabbe disease advocacy KrabbeConnect, gave birth to her daughter Makayla in 2001. Makayla “was perfect until she wasn’t”—Krabbe disease visited her at 3.5 months of age and took her away at the age of 2. “There are no words that capture the vileness of infantile Krabbe disease. Absolutely none,” said Ms. Pike-Langenfeld. 20 years after the tragedy, hope has finally emerged for Ms. Pike-Langenfeld: her home state, Minnesota, has started universal...

This article discusses the intersection of public health and real estate development in addressing the challenges facing cities today. It emphasizes the potential of development projects to enhance communities by addressing inequality, environmental racism, health outcomes, and climate change. The authors emphasize the importance of sophisticated tools and methods to ensure that projects have a positive impact on communities and stakeholders. Adele Houghton and Matthew Kiefer collaborated to...

Teenagers often find themselves on a perilous path when it comes to their sleep patterns. The habit of staying up late has become increasingly prevalent among adolescents, leading to numerous sleeping issues. This journal aims to shed light on the detrimental effects of staying up late, provide scientific insights into the topic, and offer practical suggestions to address this concerning issue. The Sleep-Wake Cycle and Teenagers The sleep-wake cycle of teenagers undergoes significant changes...

Note: this research article is adapted from a group PowerPoint presentation. I conducted the research along with four other students and primarily edited the presenter notes. The work was finished by June 26, 2024, one day before the Supreme Court made its decision on Moyle v. United States. The original PowerPoint presentation is attached to the article. The References section is also attached. This is one of the scenarios Supreme Court Justices brought up to case advocate Joshua N. Turner...

Last month, I attended the Biomedical Research Academy at the University of Pennsylvania. There, I listened to a lecture that really stuck with me: The RNA World. The RNA World theory accounts for the most fundamental procedure in all life: the central dogma, or the process of transcribing DNA to RNA that is translated into protein. The theory suggests that machinery involved in the central dogma grew out of an RNA World–a world where RNA acted both as the genetic storage material and the...