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Eating within 8 hours may help keep the aging brain sharp - ScienceDaily

Eating within a shorter daily window may help protect certain thinking skills as people age. In a small six-month trial, older women who limited eating to about 8 to 9 hours a day performed better on planning and problem-solving tests than those who ate over …

Science Daily · 27 Jul 2026

Parliamentary Malaria Walk: Microhaem Scientifics Backs Fight with Local Testing Kits

KAMPALA — Uganda’s first in-vitro diagnostics manufacturer, Microhaem Scientifics (MHS), has renewed its commitment to strengthening malaria control efforts through locally produced testing solutions, as the country joined the 4th Parliamentary Malaria Walk to raise awareness on ending preventable deaths caused by the disease. The walk, held on July 26, 2026, was led by Chief […] The post Parliamentary Malaria Walk:

SoftPower News · 27 Jul 2026

UVRI’s 90-year journey from Yellow Fever to Zika Virus and beyond

SPECIAL REPORT | For nine decades, the Uganda Virus Research Institute has hunted pathogens, helped uncover viruses that would shake the world, and built a reputation far beyond Uganda. As it turns 90 and assumes a new regional role, its scientists say the next challenge is more ambitious: Africa must not only detect … The post UVRI’s 90-year journey from Yellow Fever to Zika Virus and beyond appeared first on The In

The Independent Uganda · 27 Jul 2026

Why are mammals important to the ecosystem?

Why are Mammals Important to the Ecosystem? Mammals play critical roles in maintaining the health and balance of ecosystems through diverse functions like pollination, seed dispersal, nutrient cycling, and population control, profoundly impacting the overall …

Lifesciencesworld.com · 27 Jul 2026