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Ever experienced a moment of flow when working with another human to achieve a common goal, almost as if you and your collaborator are tuned in to each other’s brains? You may have literally been ‘in sync’ on a neurological level, new research shows.Humans are highly social creatures. We rely on collaboration for so many aspects of our lives, from communicating through speech and keeping a beat, to raising children and working. Teamwork, as they say, makes the dream work.Collaboration requires following the same instructions and, to a certain extent, shared modes of thinking. And it turns out this is…

Universities, funders and governments need to get a grip on bullying and harassment.Credit: GettyWhat do you do if your country has a serious problem with bullying and harassment in academic research? The United Kingdom is among those with such a problem, as acknowledged by its largest public funding body, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), in an evidence review that was published in 2019 (see go.nature.com/48mehd9).The future of universitiesThe answer should not be that research culture isn’t important enough to qualify for assessment in official measures of universities’ research excellence. Yet that is how many are interpreting the government’s decision, three…

Credit: GSO Images / The Image Bank / Getty Images Research looking at biomarkers of Alzheimer’s disease in people with and without obesity showed that markers of disease such as amyloid build up accumulated significantly faster in those with obesity over time. The research was carried out at Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America this week. This study included 407 people taking part in the Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative with Alzheimer’s disease who had both amyloid positron emission tomography (PET)…

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CDMO Rentschler Biopharma and Coriolis Pharma, a CRDO, say they agreed to offer clients end-to-end solutions from early formulation through to commercial manufacturing by combining their complementary skills. Coriolis Pharma brings a combination of in silico and wet lab formulation and drug product development expertise, scientific depth, and advanced analytical capabilities to this collaboration, according to Silvia Steyrer-Gruber, CEO of the company. Rentschler Biopharma brings experience in bioprocess development and manufacturing for multiple biotherapeutics, noted Benedikt von Braunmühl, Rentschler Biopharma’s CEO. “By bringing together our individual areas of excellence, bioprocess development and manufacturing on our side, and scientific and analytical…

This versatile side dish works well for both holiday meals and simple weeknight dinners.Onions are loaded with disease-fighting antioxidants.Roasting the onions directly on a metal baking pan will enhance their flavor and texture. Whether you’re looking for a vegetable to complement a roast or steak, or a new, easy appetizer, these Balsamic Rosemary Melting Onions are your solution. Sweet onions are loaded with antioxidants and become melt-in-your-mouth caramelized while roasting as they soak up the rich balsamic vegetable broth. Dijon mustard adds another subtle layer of flavor, while rosemary comes in with an unexpected woody freshness that perfectly contrasts the…

The brain is the most complicated organ in the human body. With billions of cells that create trillions of connections to allow an individual to move, think, and remember, many of its innerworkings remain mysterious to researchers.To help unravel these processes, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) launched the Brain Research Through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies (BRAIN) Initiative in 2013. As part of this effort, the BRAIN Initiative launched a series of projects to explore the diverse cell types in the mammalian brain.1Hongkui Zeng, a neuroscientist at the Allen Institute, and her team joined this BRAIN Initiative project at its start.…

Early bird pricing opens as the sector prepares for a major new gathering dedicated to healthspan, prevention and the longevity economy. The Longevity Show, a new two-day event dedicated to healthspan science, clinical innovation and the rapidly expanding longevity economy, has opened ticket sales for its inaugural edition at Tobacco Dock, London, on 26–27 June 2026. Positioned as both an industry conference and a public-facing experience, the Show aims to convene stakeholders from across the ecosystem – clinicians, researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers and health-conscious consumers – at a moment when interest in prevention and healthy aging is accelerating globally. Early bird…

Amy’s uses wholesome plant-based ingredients for soups that taste close to homemade.Dietitians love Amy’s clear labels and low-sodium soups that support heart and kidney health.Made with whole foods and no additives, Amy’s soups fit balanced eating patterns. With hundreds of canned soups stocked on supermarket shelves, it can be difficult to narrow down the healthiest options. So EatingWell tapped dietitians to learn what they look for in a store-bought soup and what brand they personally eat and recommend to their clients. They all said Amy’s—here’s why. What Sets Amy’s Soups Apart Since its launch in 1987, Amy’s has been dedicated…

Although your risk of kidney stones goes up when you have Crohn’s disease, you can take steps to prevent them.1. Stay HydratedWhen you don’t drink enough fluids throughout the day, your urine can get too concentrated, making it easier for crystals to form.[16] “Drink plenty of water and electrolyte-containing drinks, especially if you have diarrhea, to reduce stasis [lack of movement] in the kidneys and keep the urinary system moving and well flushed,” says Adrienna Jirik, MD, a gastroenterologist specializing in inflammatory bowel diseases at Cleveland Clinic in Ohio.[17]You can estimate your hydration levels by looking at your urine, which should…