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A disturbing number of teens show evidence of early hearing damage

New research into the ringing-ear condition known as tinnitus points to an alarming level of early hearing damage in young people who are exposed to loud music, prompting a warning from a leading Canadian researcher.
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Supplement may prevent, reverse damage to aging brain, research suggests

A dietary supplement containing a blend of 30 vitamins and minerals has shown remarkable anti-aging properties that can prevent and even reverse massive brain cell loss.
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Measuring the Milky Way: One massive problem, one new solution

It is a galactic challenge, to be sure, but Gwendolyn Eadie is getting closer to an accurate answer to the question that has defined her early career in astrophysics: what is the mass of the Milky Way?

McMaster strengthens ties with universities in the Netherlands

McMaster's Acting Vice-President of Research, Allison Sekuler was recently in the Netherlands to explore and expand partnership opportunities and share best practices in university research and innovation.
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Colours of autism spectrum described by CanChild researchers

Researchers at the CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research have developed an autism classification system that defines levels of social communications ability among those with autism spectrum disorder.
Peter Mascher, McMaster's Associate Vice-President, International Affairs (left) and Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne pose with Joseph Klafter, President of Tel Aviv University (right) during a stop in Tel Aviv, part of a week long business mission to the Middle East.

McMaster to learn from Israel’s “start-up” expertise

McMaster is exploring Research and Development and commercialization opportunities in Israel as part of a week-long business mission to the Middle East led by Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne.
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McMaster scientist joins Order of Canada

Dr. John Kelton was invested as a Member of the Order of Canada last week.
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Speed trap: Pitchers risk greater injury if MLB cuts time between pitches, researchers warn

Proposed rule changes by Major League Baseball, designed to speed up the game by reducing time between pitches, could lead to a spike in arm injuries, say researchers who have analyzed the impact of fatigue.
'We are pleased to take part in this mission and to support the Premier's efforts to strengthen ties and encourage new investments and partnerships between our two regions,' says Peter Mascher, McMaster's Associate Vice-President, International who will join Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne on a weeklong business mission to the Middle East.

McMaster to join Premier’s delegation to the Middle East

McMaster's Associate Vice-President, International Affairs, Peter Mascher, will join Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne on a week-long business mission to Israel and the West Bank.
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McMaster joins national network to improve digestive diseases care

McMaster will lead a project to innovate the way patients stay connected with their physicians through electronic platform that enables remote monitoring and better communications between patients and physicians.

Slips, trips and brawls: London left its mark on 18th-century poor

You've broken your nose in a bare-knuckle boxing match - do you go to the hospital and risk missing a day of work, or snap your schnoz back into place and carry on?
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Addiction to videogames leads to sleep deprivation, obesity, and cardiovascular risk in some gamers: Study

"It affects a vulnerable population of children and youth, can impact social interactions amongst youth and, as our research shows, can drive health issues," says associate professor Dr. Katherine Morrison.