Articles by Mandy Letterii
New Video Game Reveals How Kids With Autism Make Decisions
It started over a coffee. Two Boston University scientists met to talk about each other’s work. Benjamin Scott, PhD, is a cognition researcher, and Helen Tager-Flusberg, PhD, studies autism. Each expected nothing more than a get-to-know-you session. Benjamin Scott, PhD Tager-Flusberg was interested in some of the technologies that Scott’s team used in the lab to study perception and learning in animal models, particularly rodents.
Handheld Device Accurately Detects Cancer and HIV Without Lab
As the saying goes with cancer, the sooner you know, the better. Oftentimes, patients don’t find out soon enough. Han-Keun Lee, a researcher in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, dreams of bringing those days to an end. “The only way to do it is by being able to test more frequently,” said Lee, but he doesn’t mean in the lab.
‘A Tiny Blueberry’: How Ingestible Sensors Keep Shrinking
While ingestible electronics aren’t new, devices that can be safely and comfortably ingested are. No one wants to (or even tries to) swallow a plastic capsule the size of a knuckle — and some people can’t. A team of researchers at MIT recently developed a new ingestible thermometer the size of a tiny blueberry that makes it easier to obtain highly accurate core body temperature measurements.
How Gut Bacteria Could Trigger Memory Loss as We Age
Memory loss and aging go hand-in-hand for most of us, but scientists are getting closer to understanding why. A new study, conducted by researchers at the Arc Institute in Palo Alto, California, and published in Nature, found that a prime suspect may be living in our gut.
Rêver sous anesthésie : possible et même bénéfique
« Beaucoup de gens pensent que l'anesthésie est un interrupteur qu'on peut activer puis désactiver plus tard », explique le Dr Boris Heifets, professeur d'anesthésiologie, de médecine périopératoire et de médecine de la douleur à Stanford aux É.-U. « Mais c'est bien plus complexe que cela.
Dreaming Under Anesthesia: Possible and Even Beneficial
“A lot of people think anesthesia is an off switch, and then you turn it back on later,” said Boris Heifets, MD, PhD, Professor of Anesthesiology, Perioperative, and Pain Medicine at Stanford Medicine, Stanford CA.
Estrogen Could Be a Key Driver of Gut Pain in Women
Women have higher rates of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) than men, and IBS comes with high rates of gut pain and other symptoms. New research may explain why. Scientists at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) have linked estrogen with pain receptors in the colon. The findings, published in Science, may not only explain why women experience more gut pain but also offer potential pathways to treat it.
How to introduce science to your toddler
The good news for parents is that science comes naturally to young children. Toddlers conduct experiments all the time — dropping objects, splashing in the bath and rolling a ball are all ways that your little one is exploring and learning about the world around them. Even if you have been away from the scientific world for a while, there is plenty you can do to help guide your child toward making new discoveries. Here are some ways you can help support your little scientist.
How to introduce maths to your toddler
Introducing maths to your child doesn’t have to be difficult. Without even noticing it, we use mathematical language all the time – from using size comparison words like ‘big’ and ‘little’ to counting the number of utensils to put out for a family meal. Here are some simple (and fun!) ways to start thinking and talking about maths skills with your little one. Point to shapes Talk with your child about the shapes you see around you.
How to prepare your child for preschool
Starting preschool is a big milestone for both your child and you. Learning to spend time apart can be a difficult transition, but beginning the formal learning journey is exciting too. Here are eight tips to help make the transition to preschool a smooth one. 1. Visit together If you are able, plan to go to your child’s new school together before their first day. Play on the playground together and explore the classroom. This way, when they start on day one, school will be a familiar place. 2.
How to teach your child to love reading
Article What you need to know about raising a reader. By UNICEF A love of reading opens the door to adventures, learning new things and a whole host of key language skills such as speech development and vocabulary building. Spending time with books also creates special moments for you to bond with your child and enjoy each other’s company. Just 10 to 15 minutes a day with a book is enough to spark your curious little one’s interest. Read on for our top tips on fostering a love of literature.
Indoor play ideas to stimulate young children at home
Young children love to play together, but with the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, playdates with friends and games with large groups are sadly not safe ideas. Physical distancing is a responsible way to protect ourselves and others, but for little ones learning about the world around them and connecting with their peers through play, it can be especially challenging. But just because your children are stuck inside doesn’t mean they can’t have fun and learn at the same time.
12 Gadgets for a Healthy First Kitchen | WW USA
Whether you're setting up your first kitchen or want to update your kitchen-tool stash, check out our favorite finds to help you cook easier and make it fun as well. 1. Avoquado™ This 4-in-1 avocado tool is a must-have for the avocado-toast lover in your life. The handy gadget can slice, pit, and scoop. Just like that, breakfast is Insta-worthy! $9.99, chefn.com 2. Collapsible Salad Bowl This salad bowl is a great office worker’s companion with convenient separate compartments for every salad fixing.
Tim Gunn Gives Weight-Loss Style Advice
Tim Gunn knows that when it comes to looking your best while losing weight, you’re more likely to get stuck in your own head than in a size too small. Here is his advice to making it work. When you're in the middle of losing weight, what would you recommend as a starting point for rebuilding your wardrobe? Tim Gunn: The wrap dress is such a wonderful piece because it will adapt itself to your shape and size. And it's knit, so it's very forgiving in that regard, too.
15 Food Hacks that Will Change the Way You Cook
1. Cook eggs faster Break one or two in a mug, stir, cover with plastic wrap, microwave for 30 seconds, stir, and microwave again for 40 more seconds. Voila—breakfast! 2. Resurrect wilting celery Don’t just discard those droopy veggies. Fill a jar with cold water, trim the tops and bottoms of the stalks, and place them in the jar like flowers. Once your veggies have perked up, remove and crunch away. 3. Prepare quick and easy greens to go Need a fast, healthy lunch to bring to the office?
Q&A with Chef Alex Guarnaschelli
WW: What are some of your favorite ways to bring out flavor in a dish without adding extra calories? Alex Guarnaschelli: I think that flavor without them is key. I'm a big fan of spice rubs because I think they really get the palate going. I also love adding a splash of red or white wine vinegar—they're my go-tos. Steaming is a great way to cook things. You can brown some onions and then steam a piece of fish and some vegetables and put the browned onions on top.
7 tips for winning over a picky eater
Skip to main content Strategies for keeping everyone happy (and healthy) at mealtime. By UNICEF If you are the parent of a toddler, chances are you have had some struggles come mealtime. Fussy eating is a common concern for parents around the world, with many worrying that an uncooperative child at mealtime could lead to their child not getting the diverse source of nutrients they need.
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