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Over 60% of city drivers in these Polish cities say they cannot imagine life without cars

More than 60% of car users in Poznań and the Tricity area say they would find it difficult to give up their vehicles, according to the report What Moves Us, published on Friday, as Poland records one of the highest motorization rates in Europe.

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    Gut microbiota may worsen symptoms of atopic diseases, Wroclaw researchers find

    Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) may be associated with worsening symptoms of atopic diseases such as bronchial asthma, food allergies and chronic urticaria, according to an analysis by specialists from Wroclaw Medical University.

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    Regular physical activity key to healthy aging, Silesian Medical University researchers say

    Physical activity plays a significant role in shaping the aging process and influences both physical and mental well-being in older adults, according to researchers from Silesian Medical University.

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    Polish scientists develop gene therapy candidates for ultra-rare PUS3 syndrome,

    Polish researchers have developed four gene therapy candidates for patients with PUS3 syndrome, an ultra-rare genetic disorder believed to have Polish origins, with one candidate expected to be selected for clinical use, according to geneticist Professor Leszek Lisowski.

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    IGNIS mission alters astronauts’ vitamin D levels and balance, AI analysis shows

    Preliminary results from the Astro Performance experiment indicate that astronauts returning from the IGNIS mission experienced significant changes in vitamin D levels and motor stability, researchers said, after analysing more than 14,000 health parameters collected before and after the flight.

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    Gut-brain axis linked to schizophrenia severity and trauma impact, Wroclaw study finds

    Research by scientists at the Wroclaw Medical University has found that the gut-brain axis may play a significant role in psychotic disorders, with evidence linking gut microbiota composition to schizophrenia, including its deficit subtype, and to traumatic experiences.

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    Scientists discover 24 new species of crustaceans in deep Pacific

    Scientists have identified 24 new species of amphipod crustaceans, including an entirely new superfamily, in the depths of the Central Pacific Ocean, one of the least explored ecosystems on Earth.

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    Gelatine-based eutectogels show promise for wound healing and drug delivery, Gdańsk researchers say

    Scientists at Gdańsk University of Technology have developed gelatine-based eutectogels that could be used in the treatment of difficult-to-heal wounds and in controlled drug delivery systems, the university said.

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    Generative AI misuse can weaken students’ independent thinking, study finds

    Misuse of generative artificial intelligence tools in education can weaken independent thinking and hinder knowledge development, particularly among students without a strong foundation in a subject, research and experiments show.

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    Archaeologists discover traces of Neolithic lactose-free milk feasts in Poland

    Archaeologists in Poland have uncovered ceramic vessels used to drink lactose-reduced milk beverages around 5,500 years ago, likely during ritual feasts connected to funerals.

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    Polish scientists develop gene therapy candidates for ultra-rare PUS3 syndrome,

  • Regular physical activity key to healthy aging, Silesian Medical University researchers say

  • Gut microbiota may worsen symptoms of atopic diseases, Wroclaw researchers find

  • Gut-brain axis linked to schizophrenia severity and trauma impact, Wroclaw study finds

  • IGNIS mission alters astronauts’ vitamin D levels and balance, AI analysis shows

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Source: Promotion Centre, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz

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