Neat News 3585 (added 2026-05-05)

Freezing tranplant organs

A big problem in storing transplant organs is that they easily crack when they are frozen. A new study shows that this risk can be reduced by carefully tuning the temperature when the organ enters a so-called glass-like state. This may lead in the long run to a bank of organs that can then be used when needed.

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Neat News 3584 (added 2026-05-04)

Variety of exercise routine for longer life

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A new study involving more than 100,000 people finds that changing the types of physical activities may significantly extend life expectancy and seems to be more valuable than doing more of the same.

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Neat News 3583 (added 2026-05-01)

Eccentric exercise for muscle build-up

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New research finds that so-called eccentric exercises - slow, controlled lowering movements - can build up muscle more efficiently and require less effort than traditional strength training.

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