A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus shines a scientific light on something that many people have felt for a long time -humans and horses have a special bond and horses can help humans dealing with a variety of medical and physical conditions. The study looked specifically at how therapeutic horse back riding can help children on the autism spectrum.
CU Denver Pharmacologist Joaquin Espinosa discusses the inner workings of cells in people with the genetic mutation known as Down Syndrome. His findings may explain some common characteristics of Down Syndrome, such as shorter stature, cognitive challenges, protection from some cancers, and increased risk of pneumonia and Alzheimer’s.
Our guest, Dr. Lisa McKenzie, is the lead author on a new study that adds some critical evidence to back concerns of residents. It found that for people living within 500 feet of a well, the risk of their getting cancer over the course of their lifetime is eight times higher than the upper acceptable levels established by the federal EPA. Dr. McKenzie is an assistant research professor at the Colorado School of Public Health at the University of Colorado Anshutz Medical Campus.
CU Anschutz professor David Pollock talks about his latest theory of molecular evolution
