Small Protein, Big Impact: Microprotein Discovery Offers Hope for Obesity and Aging

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Researchers have uncovered a tiny but powerful protein that helps keep our cells’ energy factories humming – a discovery that could spark new approaches to tackling obesity and age-related decline. Scientists at the Salk Institute in La Jolla found that a  “microprotein”  in mouse fat cells plays a critical role in maintaining healthy  mitochondria , the structures that generate energy in our cells. By preserving mitochondrial function, this diminutive protein helps cells burn fuel efficiently, which in turn could influence body weight and the aging process. The findings shine light on how molecular biology connects to everyday health, opening the door to  science-backed strategies for better metabolism and longevity. Mature brown fat cells from a mouse, with the newly discovered microprotein shown in red inside mitochondria (green) and nuclei in blue. This tiny protein helps preserve mitochondrial health under stress. (Credit: Salk Institute) Mighty Mitochondria in ...

Baby faced boss can rescue firm says a new study

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When a company's in trouble, it could be the CEO's face shape, and not their expertise, that wins over the public, according to an international study that found that baby-faces were more trusted. Researchers from Hong Kong and New York found that when a company is facing some kind of crisis, with photos of the chief executive officer in newspapers or on TV around the world, the shape of their face evoked judgments about the person and the situation. Bosses with baby-faces - large eyes, small nose, high forehead, and small chin - were perceived as more honest and less likely to intentionally deceive people, while mature faces were preferred if there had been a lack of vigilance. "A company can control what face is put on the crisis, and research suggests that the face shape of this person is not a trivial consideration," the researchers wrote in a study to be published by the US-based Journal of Consumer Research. via Times of India.

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