Why bowel movements start: Newly identified ATP signaling may explain the colon's strongest contractions

Giant migrating contractions (GMCs) are powerful waves of colonic movement that propel intestinal contents toward the anus ...

Key protein required for the function and survival of pheromone‑sensing neurons identified

Hyderabad have identified a mammalian protein, Cnpy1 (Canopy1), that is essential for the survival and function of ...
The Business Journals

Houston Food Bank raises 85% of funds for $145M second location, starting vertical construction soon

The Houston Food Bank is planning a four-story facility with a welcome center, commercial kitchen, food hall, offices, conference rooms and more. Courtesy Houston ...
Nature

The Role of 5-HT3 and Other Excitatory Receptors in Central Cardiorespiratory Responses to Hypoxia: Implications for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

Although brainstem serotonergic (5-HT) systems are involved in the protective responses to hypoxia, abnormalities of 5-HT function are strongly implicated in SIDS, and the neurochemical mechanisms by ...
New York Post

Male G-spot revealed — and if you guessed it’s in the butt, you’re wrong: ‘Intensely pleasurable’

It’s a hot-button topic. After years of searching, scientists in Spain have finally found the male “G-spot,” discovering that this so-called erogenous zone is far from where they suspected. They ...
Psychology Today

Exploring Hunger and Fullness Hormones in ARFID

Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is an eating disorder with symptoms of food restriction and avoidance. Importantly, it is not driven by body shape and weight concerns, which ...