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Cannabis compounds show promise as topical antifungals

Two bioactive ingredients in cannabis have antifungal properties when applied topically, according to a new study. The discovery comes as the World Health Organization calls for urgent new treatments for potentially deadly fungal infections.

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Brain implant breakthrough helps ALS man talk – and sing again

In another advancement in the field of brain-computer interfaces, a new implant-based system has enabled a paralyzed person to not only talk, but also 'sing' simple melodies through a computer – with practically no delay.

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Boost well-being and reduce stress with quick and easy daily “micro-acts”

Spending a few minutes a day doing simple things that bring joy increases well-being, decreases stress, and improves sleep, according to a new study. It shows you don’t need to invest in time-consuming well-being interventions for them to be effective.

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Soft coral’s drug discovery power just became limitless

Soft corals produce chemicals that could be used to treat human disease. Now, scientists have identified the genes that make these important chemicals, opening the door to creating a limitless supply that can be used to produce and test new drugs.

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Sea cucumber compound could be key to a new cancer therapy

The sea cucumber naturally produces a sugary compound that inhibits an enzyme that’s instrumental in stimulating cancer growth, according to a new study. The next step is to find a method for producing the compound in large quantities.

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Sea cucumber compound could be key to a new cancer therapy

The sea cucumber naturally produces a sugary compound that inhibits an enzyme that’s instrumental in stimulating cancer growth, according to a new study. The next step is to find a method for producing the compound in large quantities.

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Sea cucumber compound could be key to a new cancer therapy

The sea cucumber naturally produces a sugary compound that inhibits an enzyme that’s instrumental in stimulating cancer growth, according to a new study. The next step is to find a method for producing the compound in large quantities.

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Toyota Hilux pop-up pickup topper packs a big surprise

We've heard about campers, kitchens and even tiny homes that fit in pickup truck beds, but the PreCare system is decidedly more altruistic. It's a truck-bed-based popup healthcare center, designed to serve remote and impoverished communities.

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Fiber produces up to a 20% drop in heart risk for most people

A new study has found that, for most of us, the fiber we eat can protect our heart health, lowering the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease or stroke by up to 20%. It’s more evidence showing that a healthy gut leads to a healthy heart.

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