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Men with prostate cancer have lower levels of melatonin, the sleep-inducing hormone, than the cancer-free population

A study led by the University of Granada has found that men with prostate cancer have lower levels of melatonin compared to those without this illness, regardless of their urinary symptoms and the extent and aggressiveness of the tumour This hormone regulates circadian cycles, is produced in the absence of light, and is linked to… Seguir Leyendo Men with prostate cancer have lower levels of melatonin, the sleep-inducing hormone, than the cancer-free population

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A new method designed at the UGR enables the state of dependency of elderly people to be assessed using artificial intelligence techniques

A recent study has shown how the degree of dependency among the elderly can automatically be measured in a non-intrusive way, using only a smart wristband, while they carry out their everyday activities This solution can save time for health professionals and healthcare systems thanks to the early detection of dependency and other diseases or impairments… Seguir Leyendo A new method designed at the UGR enables the state of dependency of elderly people to be assessed using artificial intelligence techniques

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Scientists discover the ‘camouflage’ used by tumour cells in the bloodstream to avoid being detected

This ground-breaking finding, published in the scientific journal Theranostics, may represent a great advance in the prevention of the development of metastases in cancer patients The Liquid Biopsy and Cancer Interception research group—part of the Biohealth Research Institute in Granada (ibs.GRANADA), in which researchers from the University of Granada (UGR) participate—has discovered that tumour cells… Seguir Leyendo Scientists discover the ‘camouflage’ used by tumour cells in the bloodstream to avoid being detected

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Understanding the client’s level of concern regarding COVID-19 helps hotels make their offer more appealing

In light of COVID-19 concerns, research led by the UGR’s Francisco Peco Torres proposes that hotel firms should segment their communication and marketing plans according to clients’ resilience and risk perception of the pandemic The perception of physical and emotional risk caused by COVID-19 among hotel clients influences their decision-making when it comes to deciding… Seguir Leyendo Understanding the client’s level of concern regarding COVID-19 helps hotels make their offer more appealing

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cientists from the UGR discover that bacteria can travel from one continent to another in atmospheric dust particles acting as ‘launch vehicles’

Researchers have solved the enigma of the inter-continental transport of microorganisms via iberulites (‘giant’ atmospheric particles potentially inhalable by humans) and atmospheric dust, with the consequent risk of disease transmission that this implies Researchers from the University of Granada (UGR) have discovered that some microorganisms, such as bacteria, can travel from one continent to another… Seguir Leyendo cientists from the UGR discover that bacteria can travel from one continent to another in atmospheric dust particles acting as ‘launch vehicles’

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Alcohol consumption reduces contrast sensitivity and increases the sensation of a veiling luminance over the image we see, thus affecting driving performance

A study conducted by researchers from the Department of Optics of the University of Granada reveals that alcohol consumption impairs visual function and adversely affects driving performance  Forty subjects participated in the study, the results of which have been published in the journal Scientific Reports. They took part in three experimental sessions on different days:… Seguir Leyendo Alcohol consumption reduces contrast sensitivity and increases the sensation of a veiling luminance over the image we see, thus affecting driving performance

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An international team of scientists, co-led by the UGR, discovers a new coral reef in Australia’s Great Barrier Reef—the first such discovery in 120 years

Ángel Puga, a researcher at the UGR, is co-leading a geological and biological research campaign that is being conducted at Australia’s Great Barrier Reef (GBR)—the largest coral reef in the world. Geologists, biologists, and marine ecologists from various Australian universities and research centres are participating in the campaign The primary aim of the campaign is… Seguir Leyendo An international team of scientists, co-led by the UGR, discovers a new coral reef in Australia’s Great Barrier Reef—the first such discovery in 120 years

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New study warns of the stress experienced by pregnant women during the COVID-19 pandemic

In other pandemics, stress has been found to affect both pregnant women and their developing babies A new study now recommends that, in addition to routine medical check-ups, health professionals should also ask pregnant woman about their psychological well-being There is consensus among studies dealing with natural disasters, such as famines, earthquakes, and pandemics, that… Seguir Leyendo New study warns of the stress experienced by pregnant women during the COVID-19 pandemic

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New study finds that some individuals regard poor people more like animals than humans and refuse to help, blaming them for their circumstances

A PhD thesis developed at the University of Granada has been announced the winner of the IV (2020) Research Prize for Young Doctors, organised by the Spanish Scientific Society of Social Psychology According to the researchers, there are parts of the population that dehumanise people of low socioeconomic status, considering them inferior beings with traits… Seguir Leyendo New study finds that some individuals regard poor people more like animals than humans and refuse to help, blaming them for their circumstances

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UGR scientists attempt to strengthen the nasal and oral mucosae to render them impermeable and prevent the Coronavirus from penetrating them

The research project, in which the CSIC and the University of Barcelona are also participating along with the UGR, aims to develop an aerosol with lipids similar to those of the skin that emulate its impermeability when applied to the mucous membranes—thus reducing or avoiding penetration by the virus Aerosols could be used on the… Seguir Leyendo UGR scientists attempt to strengthen the nasal and oral mucosae to render them impermeable and prevent the Coronavirus from penetrating them

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