Research & Discovery
Video Gaming May Reduce Depression in Older Adults
UConn School of Medicine and UConn Center on Aging are testing the power of computerized video games to improve depression in older adults. The researchers and patients are already seeing its benefits.
National Report Card Rates States’ Safety Policies for H.S. Athletes
Now leading the nation in high school athlete safety, New Jersey is among 16 states that adopted new policies in the past year, says the latest data from the Korey Stringer Institute.
Walnuts Show Protection Against Ulcerative Colitis in Early Study
Through their complex array of natural compounds and phytochemicals, walnuts provide a multitude of health benefits. A new study says protection against ulcerative colitis may be on that list.
Medical Mistrust Impacts African American Men’s Preventive Health, But Racism Also Matters
"Delays in preventive health screenings are not just due to lack of health insurance and access to health care. Medical mistrust is a big factor deterring African American men from seeking care,” says Dr. Wizdom Powell of UConn Health.
The Value of the So-Called ‘Token’ Woman
Observations of all-male military tactical teams reveal that adding a woman — and acting on her ideas — consistently leads to more expedient solutions of complex problems.
One-Stop Cell Simulation Shop
UConn Health’s Leslie M. Loew, professor of cell biology and computer science and engineering, has received $1.3 million from the National Institutes of Health to maintain and improve a project that has been aiding international cell biology research for 21 years.
Humans Altered the Genetic Make-up of a Species Through Fishing
Scientists have long suspected that rapid evolutionary change in fish caused by intense harvest pressure is the reason commercial fish have grown slower and matured earlier. Now, they have proof.
Researchers Find Key Driver Behind Bad Allergies
A new study by UConn Health and Jackson Laboratory points the way to more precise allergy testing as well as identifying new approaches for treating allergies.
For Men, Weight Stigma Comes with Harmful Health Consequences
Health care providers may want to ask men about weight stigma to help identify those who may be vulnerable to depression or disordered eating behaviors, which are underdiagnosed in men, says the UConn study author.
‘Trash Talk’ Really Can Put Players Off Their Game, UConn Researcher Finds
A study of 200 adults conducted by a graduate student confirmed the ability of trash talk to negatively affect the game performance of a competitor.