Food allergies are particularly common among children and young adults. A French epidemiological study that examined the eating habits of 6,662 infants and children has confirmed a strong connection between delayed introduction of food diversity and the risk of allergies. In this epidemiological study, scientists discovered that only 62% of …

Canadian Immigration Minister Mark Miller announced that his country will receive 900,000 foreign students this year, an unprecedented number in its history. Miller said in an interview with the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation that Canada is on its way to receive 900,000 foreign students this year, which is a very large number unprecedented …

Farnesol, an antimicrobial compound found in herbs, fruits, and mushrooms, has emerged as a potential game-changer in the fight against Parkinson’s disease, as unveiled by an international team of researchers led by scientists from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Through extensive studies conducted on mice, their findings suggest that …

We are pleased to announce this call for applications for the AGNES-BAYER Fellowship for Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Agriculture in Sub-Saharan Africa. This grant is financed by the BAYER Foundation with the support of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (AvH) and the Federal Republic of Germany. The grant is intended for …

While it’s common knowledge that maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet and regular exercise, can enhance longevity, quantifying the exact benefits of a positive way of life remains a challenge. A team of researchers recently took on this intricate task, revealing their findings in July 2023 at the …

An online and in-person Fellowship for leaders of Global South grassroots organisations working at the intersection of biodiversity and livelihoods Contact Us Apply Now OVERVIEW We are delighted to be launching our new Conservation and Communities Fellowship (CCF) which will start in November 2023 in collaboration with Common Purpose and Mowgli Mentoring. The Fellowship is …

Tulane offers variety of generous need- and merit-based scholarship opportunities for international students. Tulane offers up to $25,000 in need-based financial aid to international students who qualify and who have not already been awarded that amount or more in merit scholarships. Students must reapply for need based aid every year. To apply, …

In the relentless pursuit of effective treatments for Parkinson’s disease, a glimmer of hope seems to emerge from an unexpected source: a commonly used artificial sweetener found in chewing gum and confectionery. As most tested molecules have fallen short in halting the progression of this debilitating disease, researchers are tirelessly …

With the generous support of the Mellon Foundation, Dartmouth will be accepting applications for two postdoctoral fellowships in the humanities from Fall 2024 to the end of Spring 2026. These fellowships foster the academic careers of scholars who have recently received their Ph.D. degrees by permitting them to pursue their research while …

The haunting legacy of Vlad III Basarab, famously known as Vlad the Impaler, continues to captivate our imagination with tales of terror. The legends surrounding him provided the basis for the iconic vampire character, Dracula. However, a fresh perspective on this bloodthirsty tyrant emerges from a meticulous study of letters …

Sequencing of the human genome marked the beginning of a new era in biomedicine that is rapidly transforming our understanding of human diseases and, consequently, our ability to prevent and treat them. The availability of tools for quantitative analysis might translate the evaluation of disease risk from the population to …

In an exciting stride forward in Parkinson’s disease research, a phase 3 clinical trial is underway to assess the efficacy of coenzyme Q10, also known as CoQ10 or ubiquinone, in high doses. The primary objective of this trial is to ascertain whether this coenzyme could represent a tangible avenue for …

Parkinson’s Disease, a debilitating condition gradually eroding brain neurons, takes on a novel dimension with recent research. While mitochondrial defects have long been associated with the disease, researchers from the University of Iowa have unearthed an unexpected link between the intestine, the immune system, and protection against the ailment. Published …

The Education University of Hong Kong, Knowledge Transfer Sub-office Hong Kong JOB DESCRIPTION The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust has set up the Jockey Club Global STEM Post-doctoral Fellowship for Translational Research and Application as a strategic initiative to support long- term innovation and technology development in Hong Kong. …

Deadline 22 November 2023 Research Field Formal sciences Funding Type Funding Career Stage Recognised Researcher (R2) (PhD holders or equivalent who are not yet fully independent) Established Researcher (R3) (Researchers who have developed a level of independence) European Research Programme H2020 / Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions COFUND About Outline INSPIRE (INnovative …