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Brain Hacking

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Understanding the Growing Fad of Brain Hacking

Brain hacking is a growing trend around the world and something that people of all ages are looking into. It involves attempting to improve one or more functions of the brain, such as mood, reasoning, clarity, focus or energy and can be done in a variety of ways. Some people see brain hacking as a negative; however, there’s actually nothing unsafe or bad about the practice. Plus, when you think about it, even puzzle games like Sudoku can be seen as a form of brain hacking as they stimulate the mind and are proven to provide long lasting benefits.

While puzzles are one way of improving the brain, science has actually provided us with many more options. In fact, optimizing your gray matter can be achieved through the use of supplements. Often called cognitive enhancers or smart drugs, these supplements are safe and work a lot quicker than playing games like Sudoku. To help you understand how they work, we have described the most popular below.

Nootropics

Nootropics is a Greek word that means ‘mind altering’ or ‘mind bending’, however it’s not as scary as it sounds. This commonly used type of supplement has been proven to improve the brain’s neural functions and can help to take your mind to a whole new level. As one example, take a look at the nootropic uridine monophosphate which is described on the VitaMonk blog. This nootropic can help with everything from improving mental clarity and cognition to memory loss and reaction times. There are plenty of other options available too, each with its own benefits.

When choosing a nootropic, it’s important to consider what mind-altering benefits you want to receive. Each has a different potency and a different effect on the brain, although they are in no way dangerous. Pick one that aligns with your brain hacking goals and don’t be afraid to switch it if it doesn’t work as intended. You can also stack nootropics to find the perfect balance for you.

Stacking

As briefly mentioned above, stacking is a good option for those who want to take brain hacking to the next level. The idea has been around for a while in the weight training industry and basically involves using a variety of different supplements to achieve the desired benefit. The same is true of nootropic supplements; users can take supplements that are complementary to each other to achieve the greatest gain.

It’s recommended that you don’t start out with stacking. Instead, use one nootropic and see how it benefits you and where it is lacking. When you feel more comfortable, you can add extra supplements to your stack to suit your needs. It’s also possible to buy nootropics boxes which provide a mix of supplements in one pill.

Stimulants

Stimulants are something that most of us have heard of, thanks to caffeine, but they’re also a popular supplement in the world of brain hacking as well. While they aren’t intended to boost your mood or memory loss, they can help to keep you awake, improve your mental clarity, and get rid of brain fog.

Stimulants are not a type of nootropic that should be used every day, especially if they are being used instead of sleep, however they can be beneficial when you need to promote wakefulness and alertness on occasion. Adrafinil and modafinil are the two most popular nootropics in the stimulant category.

With so many different options available, brain hacking doesn’t have to be hard. It also doesn’t have to be a long drawn out process. Best of all, it’s completely safe.

King Design at LA Fashion Week

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by Tara McDonough

Now a permanent feature on the international fashion week circuit, LA Fashion Week held their three-night event at the Petersen Automotive Museum this past weekend, March 22 through March 24. On the third and final night of LA Fashion Week, the events began with the unveiling of King Designs Fall/Winter Collection by female designer Jessica King.

Billie Eilish’s “Bury A Friend” vibrated through the speakers as the first two models made their way down the runway in both black and green versions of King’s Python One Shoulder Swimsuit.

The collection is full of waterproof holographic and reflective prints, python reminiscent patterns, hand dyed bralettes, leather bottoms, velvet and chains. The line combines streetwear, swimwear and sportswear in a unique and enthralling way. The body types of each model varied, reflecting the clothing line’s range of sizes from X-small to X-large and the designers inclusive views on fashion. No two models looked alike, bringing a fresh air of diversity to the runway.

Jessica King herself graciously received her applause at the end of the show in an all black ensemble featuring a one shoulder top from the Fall/Winter collection and chainwork hanging from her belted ankle-length skirt.

Shop Fall/Winter 2019 HERE.

About LA Fashion Week

LA Fashion Week® is an organization dedicated to raising the profile of fashion in the United States with focus on the emergence of Los Angeles as one of the most important cultural cities in the world. It is a leader in supporting the growing community of artists and designers that are a part of the cultural renaissance in Los Angeles and bringing them to the world stage. Based in Hollywood, LA Fashion Week hosts shows unlike any other fashion events on the international calendar- as a leader in edgy Streetwear, Red Carpet Looks, & Custom Contemporary, it represents a fashion authority on the West Coast of the United States.

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A VAN GOGH

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A Van Gogh, Without a Doubt

The Wadsworth Atheneum’s Vase with Poppies, c. 1886 is Authenticated

After nearly 30 years of doubt, the Wadsworth Atheneum’s painting, Vase with Poppies, by Vincent Van Gogh, has now been fully authenticated by specialists at the Van Gogh Museum. While the painting came to the Wadsworth in a bequest from the writer and French Impressionist collector Anne Parrish Titzell in 1957 along with works by Renoir, Monet, and Redon, Vase with Poppies has been difficult to confidently attribute since questions about Van Gogh’s practice remained unresolved. Experts in Amsterdam following scientific and art-historical inquiry have determined that the painting technically and stylistically concurs with Van Gogh’s documented work in 1886. This new finding means that the Wadsworth is home to two Van Gogh’s, Vase with Poppies will join Self Portrait, both painted during his Paris period 1886-1887 atop earlier paintings.

Vase with Poppies fits stylistically with a group of works the artist made shortly after arriving to Paris in the spring of 1886. Van Gogh took advantage of the easy access to flowers as he reinvented his stylistic approach after two years of depicting peasant life in Nuenen. His embrace of a more vibrant palette and light filled renderings of humble subjects–flowers, nuts, fruit–is evident in this simple composition of cut poppies in a plain cylindrical vase. In his words in an 1886 letter to fellow artist Horace M. Livens, “And now for what regards what I myself have been doing, I have lacked money for paying models else I had entirely given myself to figure painting. But I have made a series of color studies in painting, simply flowers, red poppies, blue corn flowers and myosotys, white and rose roses, yellow chrysanthemums–seeking oppositions of blue with orange, red and green, yellow and violet seeking les tons rompus et neutres to harmonize brutal extremes.”

Concurrent to the physical examinations by the team at the Van Gogh Museum, recent investigations uncovered that the painting was exhibited at the watershed 1913 Armory Show in New York City. These new investigations were all prompted by the Wadsworth conservation lab using newly acquired imaging equipment through the generosity of the Sherman Fairchild Foundation. Digital x-ray and advanced infrared reflectograms revealed with greater clarity than ever before the presence of an earlier painting beneath the current composition. These early forensic findings made sending Vase with Poppies to the Van Gogh Museum for advanced study the logical next step. Their work–analyzing the paint, materials, linen, style–enabled a level of professional scrutiny and artist specific context to arrive at this new judgement of authenticity with great confidence.

“It was a pleasure for our museum to work together with the Wadsworth Atheneum on this particular project,” says Louis van Tilborgh Senior Researcher, Van Gogh Museum, and Professor of Art History, specializing in Van Gogh, University of Amsterdam. “When in 1970 Van Gogh’s oeuvre catalogue by De la Faille was published, it was seen by many as a progress report. It contained too many “floaters” in terms of both dating and authenticity to admit that a firm, unequivocal, authentic oeuvre had been established, to quote the eminent art historian Ronald Pickvance. Now, almost fifty years later, one can say that slowly but surely, real progress is being made in Van Gogh studies. Some of these floaters even turned out to be firmly anchored in Van Gogh’s oeuvre, and Vase with Poppies, I am happy to say, is one of them.”

“This extraordinary collaboration and harnessing of technology and professional discernment simply not available until now is a reminder of the opportunities today to both enrich discourse in the field and take stock in our collections,” says Director and CEO of the Wadsworth Thomas J. Loughman. “These studies have revealed just how much we still need to learn about Vincent and his growth as a painter, new to Paris and exploring new avenues for his art.”

The painting will return home to the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, Connecticut just in time for the opening of the 38th Annual Fine Art and Flowers on Friday, April 26, 2019. Vase with Poppies will next go on loan to Europe for The Museum Barberini in Potsdam, Germany’s exhibition Van Gogh: Still Lifes (October 26, 2019 to February 2, 2020) where it will join a number of these transitional works, allowing the public and scholars alike, access to this exciting development through side-by-side display.

About the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art

Founded in 1842, the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art is the oldest continuously operating public art museum in the United States. The museum’s nearly 50,000 works of art span 5,000 years, from Greek and Roman antiquities to the first museum collection of American contemporary art. The Wadsworth Atheneum’s five connected buildings–representing architectural styles from Gothic Revival to modern International Style–are located at 600 Main Street in Hartford, Conn. Hours: Wednesday-Friday: 11am-5pm; Saturday and Sunday: 10am-5pm Admission: $5-15; discounts for members, students and seniors. Free admission for Hartford residents with Wadsworth Welcome registration. Free “happy hour” admission 4-5pm Public phone: (860) 278-2670; website: thewadsworth.org.

Image:Vincent Van Gogh (Dutch, 1853-1890), Vase with Poppies, c. 1886. Oil on canvas. 21 1/2 x 17 3/4 in. Bequest of Anne Parrish Titzell. 1957.617

Mental Health Awareness

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Mental Health Awareness Days Approaching: April is Stress Awareness Month | May is Mental Health Month

May 7th is National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Expert Offers Six Tips for Dealing with Panic Attacks; Dr. Lata McGinn, Cognitive Behavioral Consultants, White Plains and NYC

A panic attack is a sudden, intense episode of fear or dread accompanied by physical symptoms such as pounding heart, sweating, trembling or shaking, lightheadedness, feeling faint, shortness of breath, choking sensations, nausea, abdominal distress, chest pain, cold and hot chills, numbness and tingling, feelings of being detached or things seeming unreal. Individuals with panic disorder fear that they are going to die, go crazy, or lose control. They then begin to fear getting future attacks and will often change their behaviors to ward off panic attacks; a disorder called agoraphobia.

Tip 1: The first thing to remember is that a panic attack is an emotional alarm that is meant to protect us not harm us. Panic attacks, although unpleasant to experience, are not dangerous. Biologically, a panic attack is the fight-flight response or your body’s mechanism designed to protect you from danger. It is called the fight-flight response because it helps you fight or flee the danger to protect us. If you are in danger, the fight-flight response would create fear and release adrenalin and create an automatic response in us to take immediate action (attack or run). In panic attacks the fight-flight response kicks in even though you are not in any danger.

Tip 2: Panic attacks usually begin right after a stressful life event so focus on dealing with the stress you are under rather than trying to stop the panic attack.

Tip 3: Fearing that panic will harm you ironically only makes you have more panic attacks – your brain thinks you are in danger when you become afraid of panic attacks so the only thing it knows to do to protect you is to give you more panic attacks. Tell yourself you are not in danger and that it is just a harmless panic attack and that it will go away on its own without you doing anything to stop it.

Tip 4: Trying to stop a panic attack in the middle of an episode is not helpful because you are inadvertently telling your brain that you are in danger even though you are not. Letting the panic attack ride over you until it washes away and not changing your behavior to avoid it or escape it is the best thing you can do. Over time, your brain will learn that you are not in danger and the panic attacks will reduce over time.

Tip 5: Deep, slow breathing exercises (slow, diaphragmatic breathing) that helps regulate oxygen and carbon dioxide can be calming and may be helpful to do regularly as a way of calming your over-anxious state in general. However, it is wise not to use it to stop a panic that you are afraid to have in the moment as it likely won’t work anyway and it will also inadvertently convince your brain that you are in danger.

Tip 6: It is best to first to go to a medical doctor when you have your first attack to make sure it isn’t anything like a thyroid condition etc. Once the doctor rules out any physical basis for panic attacks, it is best to not keep going back and taking unnecessary medical tests over and over again. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) has been shown to be effective in treating panic disorder and agoraphobia. First, individuals are educated about panic attacks and the physical symptoms of anxiety and fear that are experienced. Second, they are trained on how examine and change their unhelpful thoughts and beliefs that lead to panic attacks in real time. In addition, individuals are trained to reduce physical tension, and are then exposed to physical sensations of panic and to feared and avoided situations and sensations until the person realizes they are not dangerous. Repeated exposure helps to reduce the fear induced by these situations and teaches the person that the sensations experienced are not dangerous. When the fear of the physical sensations is reduced, future panic attacks are reduced.

Dr. Lata K. McGinn

Lata K. McGinn, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder of Cognitive Behavioral Consultants. She is also a tenured Professor of Psychology, Director of the Doctoral Clinical Program, and Director of the University-based Cognitive Behavior Therapy Training Program for Anxiety and Depressive Disorders at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, Yeshiva University/Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

Dr. McGinn presents her research worldwide and is regularly invited to conduct keynotes, lectures, seminars and workshops throughout the world to professionals, consumers, schools, agencies, and companies. Her research focuses on vulnerability and prevention of anxiety and depressive disorders. She has recently developed an intervention to prevent the development of depression and has tested the efficacy of this intervention in a NIH funded research study.

About Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants, LLP

CBC is a clinical and training center comprised of internationally recognized mental health professionals who have researched, pioneered, and are highly experienced in delivering cutting edge evidence-based treatments that help adults, adolescents, and children live more fulfilled lives. Founded in 2004 by Drs. Lata K. McGinn and Alec L. Miller, leaders in the fields of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the CBC team provides a large array of Clinical and Wellness services to the public, provides Custom Designed Programs for schools, agencies, and businesses, and conducts Continuing Education for Professionals in the field of psychology throughout the year. More information can be found here.

Damon Mitchell Releases Elise EP

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Share single “License Plate” via Spotify.

Stream previous single and title track ‘Elise’ via Spotify or privately stream and review the full EP via Soundcloud.

Watch the music video on VEVO.

Earlier this month singer/songwriter Damon Mitchell released Elise EP. This EP (Elise) also features musicians such as Charlie McCoy (Bob Dylan, Simon & Garfunkel), Tris Imboden (Chicago, Kenny Loggins), etc. The EP release party is at C2G Music Hall in Fort Wayne, IN, on March 2nd 2019.

Mitchell’s music is inspired by mid 60’s Beatles mainly the writing of Paul McCartney with aspects of his music also reminiscent at times of late 70’s classic rock radio giants in particular ‘Comes a Time’ era Neil Young and ‘Aja’ era Steely Dan.

Damon – a songwriting, singing, southpaw six-stringer – recently appeared on stage as a guest guitarist/vocalist with America on their timeless hit, “Horse With No Name.” Furthermore renowned drummer, Tris Imboden (Chicago, CS&N),i s one of many notable guest artists on Damon’s CD – proving that this young artist’s respect for his influencers is clearly reciprocated. “There’s unity amongst players within multiple genres on this record,” Damon understates!

“Damon Mitchell offers a no frills and very honest insight on this record as to who he is both musically and personally. A joy to listen to and a pleasure to work with.” – Tris Imboden (Kenny Loggins, Chicago, Richard Marx)

Elise EP Track List

Heist
Just A Face
License Plate
Salo
World In Her Eyes
Elise

About Damon Mitchell

“A well-crafted cross between The Beatles and Death Cab for Cutie.” That’s the intriguing description of Damon Mitchell’s music recently given by a well-respected music industry photojournalist. And, after listening to this 22 year old’s debut release, said synopsis makes perfect sense. Damon’s hook- laden, musical-wares cleverly combines influences from the past and present in a unique concoction that will undoubtedly become his signature.

Produced by award-winning and much respected bassist, Dave Martin, at Sweetwater Studios, we’ll let Mr. Martin have the last word on this exciting, new, fast emerging entertainer. “Damon is a talented young artist, and I expect to hear great things from him in the future!

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Casablanca Records At Miami Music Week

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CASABLANCA RECORDS TAKES OVER MIAMI MUSIC WEEK 2019

Black Caviar – M-22 – Netsky – Phantoms – SG Lewis – Tiësto – K?D – Autograf

Casablanca Records is heading down to Miami, and we would love for you to check out our artists in town! Check out where to catch them below.

Black Caviar

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THURSDAY – MARCH 28th

Casablanca Records Party

2:00PM – 8:00PM – (Set Time: TBD)

Dream South Beach, Rooftop, 1111 Collins Ave.

Sexy By Nature Pool Party

1:00PM – 10:00PM (Set Time: 4PM – 5PM)

SLS Brickell Hotel & Residence, 1300 S Miami Ave

EDX Presents: No Xcuses

(Set Time: 3AM – 4AM)

Mokai Lounge, 235 23rd St.

FRIDAY – MARCH 29th

Heldeep Pool Party at Spinnin’ Hotel

12:00PM – 11:00PM (Set Time: 12PM – 1PM)

Nautilus South Beach, 1825 Collins Ave.

Shaq’s Funhouse

1:00AM – Sunrise (Set Time: 6:30AM – 7:00AM, +1 day)

The Toe Jam Backlot, 150 NW 21st St., Wynwood

SATURDAY – MARCH 30th

Dada Life Presents: The Magnificent Rave Spa

1:00PM – 11:00PM (Set Time: 2PM – 3PM)

The Shore Club, 1901 Collins Ave.

House Arrest

10:00PM – 8:00AM (Set Time: 11AM – 12PM)

Wynwood Factory, 55 NE 24th St.

SUNDAY – MARCH 31st

Brightline x Lyft – Train Pop Up Party

(Set Time: 2PM – 3:15PM)

M-22

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THURSDAY – MARCH 28th

Casablanca Records Party

2:00PM – 8:00PM – (Set Time: TBD)

Dream South Beach, Rooftop, 1111 Collins Ave.

Netsky

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THURSDAY – MARCH 28th

Casablanca Records Party

2:00PM – 8:00PM – (Set Time: TBD)

Dream South Beach, Rooftop, 1111 Collins Ave.

Phantoms

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THURSDAY – MARCH 28th

Casablanca Records Party

2:00PM – 8:00PM – (Set Time: TBD)

Dream South Beach, Rooftop, 1111 Collins Ave.

MANA Wynwood Convention Center

11:00PM

318 NW 23rd St, Miami, FL 33127

SATURDAY – MARCH 30th

ULTRA – Live Arena Stage

(Set Time: TBD)

Miami Marine Stadium & Historic Virginia Key Park

3501 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami 33149

SG Lewis

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WEDNESDAY – MARCH 27th

SiriusXM Event x ULTRA/WMC

4:00PM – 8:00PM (Set Time: 7PM-7:30PM)

Faena Hotel, 3201 Collins Ave.

THURSDAY – MARCH 28th

Casablanca Records Party

2:00PM – 8:00PM – (Set Time: TBD)

Dream South Beach, Rooftop, 1111 Collins Ave.

Tiësto

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FRIDAY – MARCH 29th

ULTRA – Ultra Main Stage

(Set Time: TBD)

Miami Marine Stadium & Historic Virginia Key Park

3501 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami 33149

ALT:VISION ARTISTS

K?D

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SATURDAY – MARCH 30th

ULTRA – Ultra Worldwide Stage

Set Time 6:30PM – 8:00PM

Miami Marine Stadium & Historic Virginia Key Park

3501 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami 33149

Autograf

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THURSDAY – MARCH 28th

Casablanca Records Party

2:00PM – 8:00PM (Set Time: TBD)

Dream South Beach, Rooftop, 1111 Collins Ave.

GLAD Nominees Bash

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“GLAD Nominees Bash” was a magic night full of stars!

Dazzling participation of GLAD Empire artists in “Premios Tu Musica Urbano”

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Last Wednesday, March 20, the rooftop of the prestigious Hotel La Concha witnessed the “GLAD Nominees Batch” celebration and recognition cocktail. The event was dedicated to all its clients represented by GLAD Empire, a company specialized in the distribution of music and content.

An elegant evening on the occasion of Las Vegas, held its red carpet event for first edition Tu Música Urbano Awards nominees of the company. They spent the following day in the Choliseo of Puerto Rico.

“The purpose of this event is to celebrate the success of all these independent artists and to know that we are proud of all their effort and sacrifice. I want them to know that they are all winners, and we celebrate and take pride in the completion of the first edition of an award dedicated to the urban genre and produced on our island by Puerto Rican entrepreneurs, “ said Camille Soto, president of GLAD Empire.

Artists of GLAD Empire had 20 nominations within the “Premios Tu Música Urbano 2019”, earning the category of “Remix of the year” with the theme “Te Bote Remix” by the artists Nio García, Casper Mágico, Darell, Ozuna, Bad Bunny and Nicky Jam. “Te Bote Remix” has become a musical urban phenomenon, being certified 53 times by the RIAA (Recording Industry Association) and continues to climb positions in the Billboard Hot Latin Songs Chart for 47 consecutive weeks.

Apart from all of the nominations and awards received, the artists also performed live. Myke Towers performed with Farruko, playing the song “Si Se Da”, his latest promotional single that is currently at number 26 on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs list. J Alvarez and Olga Tañon also performed, premiering their dynamic collaboration, “Que Fluya”, accompanied by a colorful and energetic body of dance. Brytiago and Darell also delighted the audience with their song “Asesina”.

One of the most applauded moments was the great closing, where several themes that marked the urban musical beginnings were performed by the pioneers of the genre; Alberto Stylee, Yaviah, Chezina and MC Ceja, the latter also being the owner of Glad Empire. This participation was presented and enlivened by the musical producers and DJ pioneers of this musical movement; DJ Nelson, DJ Playero and DJ Negro.

Appropriate Protein Intake

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Okayama University research: Estimating appropriate protein intake

In a recent study published in eLife scientists at Okayama show how proteins can hamper an organism’s growth

Biochemists have shown that very high protein levels can be harmful to cells in the human body. However, exactly which proteins fall under this category remains a mystery. Mr.Yuichi Eguchi (graduate student) and Associate Professor Hisao Moriya’s research team at Okayama University recently reported a framework for discriminating between which proteins are toxic at excessive levels and which are not.

The theory behind this phenomenon, also known as the protein burden, is that accumulation of excessive protein within the cell will deplete the cell of resources, such as energy. The limit required to reach this burden though, is not the same for all proteins. Green fluorescent protein (GFP) is a harmless protein artificially introduced into cells for visualizing the insides of the cell. When GFP levels were increased within yeast cells, they found that GFP up to 15% of total protein content was harmless to the cells. Using this measure as a standard, Associate Professor Hisao Moriya’s team set out to estimate the burden limit of functional proteins in the cells. 29 proteins essential for energy production were subsequently over-produced.

While many of these proteins also had limits close to 15%, suggestive of their harmless nature, some of the proteins showed growth retardation and other unpleasant effects at lower levels. One such protein was found to accumulate within the mitochondria. Clogging the mitochondria prevents cells from producing oxygen. Another protein was found to undergo structural changes and aggregate into big pieces. Another reason for some of these proteins having a low burden limit, was due to metabolic disturbances induced when they were produced even slightly higher than usual. When these proteins were inactivated by mutations, their burden limit increased. Lastly, the researchers also found that certain proteins showed growth retardation, even at very low levels. Further investigation revealed that such proteins are programmed to remain at inherently low levels. Therefore, even small changes to their concentrations can be dangerous.

This study paved a framework for biologists to make distinctions between proteins based on how toxic they are when present in abnormal amounts. These differences could be attributed to the function, structure or genetic programming for that protein. Scientists can hope to use this framework to investigate proteins that are associated with diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease or Parkinson’s disease.

Background

The protein burden: Each protein has a distinct function within cells. Proteins are found in millions within the cell, and are synthesized or increased when required. Their levels subside when the cell doesn’t require them anymore. In certain conditions, such as neurodegenerative disorders, the levels of some proteins inherently remain high. Because the cell is not used to this, a battle to reduce these proteins ensues. This not only uses up the cell’s energy but damages the cell in the process.

By measuring the expression level that causes growth defect (expression limit), Eguchi and Moriya established a framework to distinguish harmful proteins from harmless proteins upon overexpression. They also found that some proteins were harmful upon overexpression because; they form aggregation through cysteine residues (S-S bond), they are transported into mitochondria, and they trigger metabolic perturbation.

About Okayama University

Okayama University is one of the largest comprehensive universities in Japan with roots going back to the Medical Training Place sponsored by the Lord of Okayama and established in 1870. Now with 1,300 faculty and 13,000 students, the University offers courses in specialties ranging from medicine and pharmacy to humanities and physical sciences. Okayama University is located in the heart of Japan approximately 3 hours west of Tokyo by Shinkansen.

“Depression: A Guide to Recovery” Dr Sarmila Sinha

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Depression: A Guide to Recovery – Psychiatrist’s Ground-Breaking, Empowering Book Demystifies Depression

Dr Sarmila Sinha’s ‘Depression: A Guide to Recovery’ is an uplifting and actionable guide to the symptoms, causes, treatment and management of depression – possibly the world’s most common yet misunderstood condition. Crammed with relatable case studies, Dr. Sinha ensures anyone with a mood disorder is pulled out of the dark and into a place of power, hope and the understanding that their depression far from defines them.

United Kingdom – A staggering 15% of the world’s adult population will experience some form of depression in their lifetime yet, considering its epidemic prevalence, depression and associated mood disorders retain a dangerous stigma and disappointing lack of common knowledge. Dr Sarmila Sinha has spent her career specializing in the treatment of mental illness in the general adult population and, in her new book, hands depression sufferers a vital lifeline. ‘Depression: A Guide to Recovery’ does exactly as it says on the cover, without judgment, with dignity and in a way anyone can action.

Depression: A Guide to Recovery is a comprehensive step by step guide to recognising depression, a common mental health condition. This book uses case examples to provide in-depth information on how to recognise the warning signs of depression, what the possible causes are, how to seek help and the different treatment options. In the modern day society, where people lead busy lives, we have a tendency to neglect our mental and emotional well-being. Within the pages of this book, you will find incredible advice on everything from coping with stress, to the early signs of depression. Using her years of experience, Dr Sarmila Sinha has created a ground-breaking and thoughtful guide, that will provide essential advice to anyone suffering from mental health issues. If you are struggling with low mood, stress or relationship difficulties, Depression: A Guide to Recovery is the ultimate resource to improve your wellbeing, and start living a happier life.

“My goal was to create a resource that gets right to the point, and reaches out to people in despair, in a way that’s comfortable and comforting,” explains the author. “From how they’re feeling inside, to available treatments and even how they can discuss the issues with their family to maximize love and support – it’s all in this book.”

Continuing, “All of the information is based on hard evidence, and I illustrate as much as is practical with case studies and real-world examples. It’s also of course a vital guide for carers who are unsure of how to best provide care for someone living with a mental health condition, and ensure they themselves remain aware of their wellbeing.”

‘Depression: A Guide to Recovery’ is available now: http://www.livinglifestressfree.com.

Also available on Amazon

Listen to the author’s podcast, here

About the Author: Dr Sarmila Sinha, MBBS, MRCPsych, MSc is a Consultant Psychiatrist practising in the UK. She specialises in the treatment of mental illness in the general adult population. She has been a Health and Well-Being Ambassador for doctors at a London NHS Trust. Her special interests include stress among professionals and stigma in mental health.

Glass Artists at Soneva Fushi

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RENOWNED GLASS ARTISTS KAREN WILLENBRINK-JOHNSEN AND JASEN JOHNSEN IN RESIDENCE AT SONEVA FUSHI

New York – March 25, 2019

Soneva – the world-leading luxury and sustainable resort operator – will be hosting renowned American glass artists Karen Willenbrink-Johnsen and Jasen Johnsen as guest artists in residence at Soneva Fushi’s Art studio from April 8-29, 2019. During these showcases, guests can watch along as Karen and Jasen create beautiful sculpture out of recycled glass and purchase the artwork from the exhibition.

Karen Willenbrink-Johnsen’s work is derived from her love of adventure, nature and glass. Raised in Ohio, the naturalist daughter of a naturalist father, Willenbrink-Johnsen is “constantly inspired, revitalized and awed by the power of nature.” After earning her BFA in sculpture from Ohio University, glass quickly became the driving force in Karen’s life. After moving to Washington State in 1987, she began working as an assistant to the legendary glass artist William Morris. Karen’s unique vision and passion for glass is evident in her work, which has been shown extensively in galleries and museums throughout the US and internationally. She co-teaches sculpting classes throughout the world with her husband and collaborator, Jasen Johnsen. Jasen served as the head studio technician at Pilchuck Glass School for nearly 10 years. He worked as teaching assistant for Pino Signoretto and Hank Murta Adams, before beginning to co-teach classes with Karen.

Guests at Soneva Fushi can participate in the resort’s glass recycling program by learning how to blow glass at the glass art studio. Soneva’s experienced team of glass specialists work very closely with guests to create their very own masterpiece to take home. As part of Soneva’s Maker Program, all works created at the Soneva Glass Studio are made using recycled glass bottles from Soneva Fushi and other nearby resorts, which are turned into stunning works of art

For more details about Karen Willenbrink-Johnsen and Jasen Johnsen’s work, wisit www.willenbrinkjohnsen.com. For more information about Soneva, visit www.soneva.com

ABOUT SONEVA FUSHI

In 1995, award-winning luxury resort Soneva Fushi set the standard for all desert island barefoot luxury hideaways in the Maldives. Located in the Baa Atoll, a pristine UNESCO Biosphere Reserve coral reef, Soneva Fushi pairs Robinson Crusoe fantasy with intelligent luxury. Sixty-one private villas with their own stretch of beach are hidden among dense foliage within touching distance of a pristine coral reef. Intuitive service is provided by Mr./Ms. Friday butlers. Highlights include the open-air Cinema Paradiso, counting Saturn’s rings in the high-tech Observatory, the homemade chocolate and ice cream rooms, five hundred wines to choose from, six different restaurants and countless destination dining options. In November 2015, Soneva have launched a floating villa concept, Soneva in Aqua, a treasure trove children’s Den and a multi-purpose facility encompasses a glass gallery, boutique and studio where guests can learn the art of glass blowing. If the experiences are magical, the philosophy is simple: No news, no shoes. No pretensions either.