Author: Eziokwu Fab-Emerenini MBBS
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Eziokwu Fab-Emerenini MBBS
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. As a firm believer in preventive health (and a doctor who wants to be kept away), Eziokwu is involved in organizing outreaches and creating awareness on public health issues. On the days the apple keeps him away, he spends his time singing offkey songs and writing poetry.
Copenhagen Scientists Make Interesting Discovery on How the Neurons in a Turtle’s Body Work
The nervous system consists of several neurons that control body activities. They are arranged into functional groups called circuits that originate from the brain and spinal cord. The nerve …Maternal Provisioning: How a Mother’s Cellular Contributions Shape Embryo Development and Evolution
Takeaways Maternal provisioning influences early embryo development. mRNA from the mother controls initial growth before the embryo’s genes activate. Variations in maternal mRNA can lead to developmental and evolutionary …
A Novel Tracking Technology Provides a Comprehensive View of Cell-Type-Specific Temporal Region Features in Human and Mouse Brains
Progenitor cells play vital roles in maintaining optimal organismal functions under normal physiological, aged, or diseased conditions. However, progenitor cells are understudied, particularly in the brain, due in part …Dopaminergic Systems Can Regulate the Decision Threshold during Reinforcement Learning in Humans
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays several vital roles in the brain. Dopamine is necessary for several cognitive processes, including cognitive control, reinforcement learning, and decision-making. It primarily contributes …
Drug-Induced Obesity: A Comprehensive Review of Medications That Can Cause Weight Gain
Drugs have a wide array of uses in medicine. While most of the effects are systemically therapeutic, other less savory effects are possible. There may be bodily changes associated …