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The information landscape in Finland during the COVID-19 pandemic was remarkable and intense. The country faced an unprecedented rise in disinformation, with numerous actors contributing to the spread of false information. There was a significant demand for accurate information as the situation evolved rapidly. Information circulated through various channels, with…

Many internet users have experienced the phenomenon of “going down the Wiki rabbit hole,” where a simple search leads to a myriad of fascinating topics, often making it hard to remember how they started. Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania, led by Dani Bassett, studied this browsing behavior among 482,760…

Yourgene Health, part of the Novacyt group, has announced that it has received accreditation for its Yourgene® Cystic Fibrosis Base assay under the new European Union in vitro diagnostic regulation (IVDR). This assay is classified as a Class C in vitro medical device and is intended for use by healthcare…

Usher syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that leads to both hearing and vision loss due to genetic mutations. Professor Uwe Wolfrum from Mainz University is at the forefront of research into this condition. His work is supported by various foundations and, importantly, by those affected by the disorder. “In…

Scientists often view statistical models and algorithms as “black boxes.” These tools can deliver accurate predictions, but their internal workings remain largely hidden. In a world increasingly driven by deep learning and vast data processing, Natália Ružičková, a physicist and PhD student at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria…

The treatment of dementia disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease, remains one of modern medicine’s greatest challenges. In neurodegenerative diseases, certain proteins, such as amyloid β, accumulate in the brain and are believed to contribute to disease development, making them key targets for potential therapies. Scientists know that these misfolded proteins can…

A recent study published in PLOS One examines how dance programs can enhance the health and well-being of older adults. Researchers analyzed various dance styles and their specific benefits, highlighting the growing interest in the health advantages of cultural activities over the past few decades. Dance is recommended as a…

Excessive protein production from the CHD2 gene can severely impact brain development and function. Patients with this issue often face a rare and debilitating neurodevelopmental disorder, leaving them wheelchair-bound, nonverbal, and with significant intellectual delays. Researchers at Northwestern Medicine and the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard have identified an…

Pain assessment in medicine often relies on outdated visual rating scales that use smiling or crying faces. This approach has left both patients and physicians frustrated. Researchers at Children’s National Hospital are seeking to change this with a new device designed to measure pain more accurately. They have received an…

A recent study on the medRxiv preprint server examines how SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19, spreads among passengers and crew on airplanes. Researchers reviewed contact tracing data, analyzing factors like seating proximity and mask use that affect infection rates. This study offers essential insights for managing future respiratory pandemics in…