Writing a Great Cover Letter

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The cover letter is critical not only for applying to jobs, but it is also a key component of a submission for publication in a journal. Just as cover letters for job applications have a formula, so do those for submitting manuscript to journals. As I hiring manager and editor, I read many cover letters. … Read more

The Biology Behind Anti-Aging Supplements

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Some friends asked me about an anti-aging supplement called Basis by Elysium Health. This prompted me to look into the biology behind the two “active” ingredients in this and other anti-aging dietary supplements. The compounds are nicotinamide riboside and pterostilbene. Pterostilbene is chemically related to resveratrol; both are bioactive components found in certain berries, grapes, … Read more