New research shows that cats have an individual response to catnip and other cat-attracting plants like silvervine and that, unlike big cats, they don’t care for perfumes like Obsession for Men. A cat chews on a silvervine stick. Photo: Abigail Crawford. By Zazie Todd PhD This page contains affiliate links which means I may earn […]
Study identifies an animal model that shares many similarities with progressive MS
A new study from UCLA researchers identified an animal model that could be used to study treatments for improving disabilities in multiple sclerosis patients. Background Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune and neurodegenerative disease in which the immune system attacks nerves in the brain and spinal cord. There are numerous treatments aimed at immune mechanisms […]
Study finds human presence in National Parks drastically alters animal behavior
I’m sure you’ve seen the videos of negligent National Park visitors approaching bison and elk in the hopes of snapping a close-up photo. Or perhaps you’ve read up on Yellowstone’s long history of bear feeding and its impact on the park’s animal behavior. Human interaction with animals has always been a point of contention with […]
Humans Have Wiped Out 70% Of Animal Populations Since 1970, Study Finds
There has been a huge human-driven loss of species in the last 50 years, new research has found. The Living Planet Report, which is published every two years by the WWF and Zoological Society of London (ZSL), found that wildlife populations have declined by an average of 69 percent between 1970 and 2018. Two years […]
Microbot Medical Completes GLP Animal Study for the LIBERTY® Robotic System
HINGHAM, Mass., Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Microbot Medical Inc. (Nasdaq: MBOT) announced a significant development milestone as it completed the GLP animal study for the LIBERTY® Robotic System, the first disposable robotic system being developed for endovascular procedures. The study was performed by a team of seasoned Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in the […]
How to live longer: Cutting back on animal products lowers risk of death by 30% – study
Diet plays a huge role in our health and wellbeing. Without certain vitamins and nutrients we can succumb to certain illnesses, while eating too much fatty and sugary foods can cause problems. However, research has shown eating animal products can also impact your longevity. A study, published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, revealed […]
Petting a dog has a curiously therapeutic effect on the brain, study finds
It’s well known that dogs profoundly benefit our mental health as well as provide emotional support. But our pets might also help our brain in other surprising ways, according to new research. Scientists analyzed the impact of petting a dog on the brain’s prefrontal cortex, revealing findings that could one day improve animal-assisted therapy treatments […]