Category: The News
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What might microplastics do to the brain?
Recent research has identified microplastics in human blood and placental tissue. Studies in aquatic and terrestrial animals may provide hints into how microplastics may affect the nervous system.
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What would cannabis legalization mean for researchers?
Friday, the United States House of Representatives voted to decriminalize cannabis. If this legislation passes the Senate, it may eliminate many obstacles scientists face in obtaining the drug for research purposes.
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Medicare to limit coverage of controversial Alzheimer’s drug to clinical trial participants
Prior to CMS’s announcement, the possibility of Medicare covering Aduhelm had already driven increased Medicare Part B premiums.
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Do cognitive biases underlie climate skepticism?
From the amount of attention devoted to the climate at the annual United Nations General Assembly this month to last week’s collaboration among […]
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Congress upholds federal barriers to psychedelic drug research amidst broadening scientific acceptance
On Tuesday, members of the US House of representatives voted 140-285 against an amendment to a minibus appropriations bill that would have removed […]
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Potential Alzheimer’s treatment approved by FDA
Biogen’s aducanamab could hit the market in a matter of days. While many in the Alzheimer’s community are encouraged by this news, the controversy surrounding the drug hasn’t gone anywhere.
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Amazon’s “AmaZen” mindfulness strategy draws social media scrutiny
Tech giant Amazon’s new plan aimed at employee well-being elicited negative reactions across social media this week. The AmaZen initiative, announced in a […]
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Recent court cases highlight police mistreatment of individuals with dementia
Earlier this month, a municipal court in Glendale, Arizona dismissed four charges of trespassing against city resident Sam Thomas after he was found […]
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New federal guidelines facilitate treatment for opioid use disorder
Today the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released new guidelines waiving previous training requirements for doctors and other healthcare practitioners, […]
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Extra support for early career researchers at stake in Congress
Last week, the Supporting Early Career Researchers Act (H.R. 144) was reported from the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology to the full […]
