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Living a healthy lifestyle may help offset a person's genetic risk of dementia, according to new research.

New research has provided a better understanding of the dynamic process by which sunlight-induced DNA damage is recognized by the molecular repair machinery in cells as needing repair.

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Headgear worn during women's lacrosse practice and games can reduce the rate of head and face injuries as well as concussions, according to new research.

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Researchers look at how neuroscience can help with artificial intelligence technology and vice versa.

Living a healthier lifestyle appears to reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease in older adults with high genetic risk factors.

Some people have genes that raise their risk of dementia - but if they eat well and exercise they are less likely to develop the condition