Scientists Discover Extraordinary Ancient Chromosome Fossils in 52,000-Year-Old Mammoth
A breakthrough now makes it possible to assemble the genomes of extinct species. A team of scientists from Baylor College of Medicine, the University of…
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Baylor University is a private Christian university located in Waco, Texas. Established in 1845 by the last Congress of the Republic of Texas, it is one of the oldest continuously operating universities in Texas and one of the largest Baptist universities in the world. Baylor offers a broad range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across various fields, including business, education, engineering, law, music, nursing, and theology. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and Christian values, Baylor emphasizes a comprehensive liberal arts education alongside professional preparation. The university is also recognized for its vibrant campus life, including strong traditions, community service programs, and competitive athletics, particularly in football and basketball. Baylor’s research initiatives have grown significantly, enhancing its reputation as a research institution while still upholding its foundational Christian mission.
The Future of Contraception: Scientists Develop Potential Non-Hormonal Birth Control Pill for Men
Baylor researchers developed a reversible, non-hormonal male contraceptive targeting the sperm-specific protein STK33, showing effectiveness and safety in mice studies. In the past six decades,…
The Genetic Blueprint of Flight: New Research Reveals How Mammals Evolved To Glide
A crucial gene has been identified that clarifies the repeated emergence of gliding capabilities throughout the evolution of marsupials. People say “When pigs fly” to…
AI-MARRVEL: New AI Accelerates Diagnosis of Rare Genetic Disorders
AIM, developed by Baylor College of Medicine, enhances genetic diagnosis accuracy and speed by prioritizing causative variants in rare diseases, showing superior results compared to…
Advanced RNA Sequencing Reveals the Drivers of New COVID Variants
A study reveals that a new sequencing technique, tARC-seq, can accurately track mutations in SARS-CoV-2, providing insights into the rapid evolution and variant development of…
Nutrition’s Narrow Line: Exploring the Diet-Cancer Link
The debate about the role of environmental factors in increasing cancer risk remains unresolved. While epidemiological research indicates that elements like diet can contribute to…
The Inflammatory Question: Red Meat Might Not Be So Bad for You After All
Inflammation is a risk factor for many chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease (CVD), and the impact of diet on inflammation is an area of growing…
Mushrooming Mystery: How Fungal Infections Echo Alzheimer’s Disease in the Brain
A study from Baylor College of Medicine found that the fungus Candida albicans can produce toxic peptides linked to Alzheimer’s disease, suggesting the fungus might…
Neurology Breakthrough: New Pathway To Regenerate Myelin Discovered
A study led by Dr. Hyun Kyoung Lee, associate professor at Baylor College of Medicine and investigator at the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research…
Stanford Scientists Identify Genes Linked to Familial Brain Cancer
A global collaboration directed by a researcher from Stanford Medicine has discovered over 50 genes associated with glioma, a rare brain cancer. While the majority…
Cracking the Code of Depression: New Research Sheds Light on the Neural Mechanisms Behind the Disorder
Clinical depression is a common psychiatric condition with often devastating consequences. A new study in Biological Psychiatry, published by Elsevier, enhances our fundamental understanding of…
Online Gaming and Mental Health – Could It Actually Be Beneficial?
Researchers conducted a comprehensive analysis of communications and the provision of social support within an online gaming platform. Engaging in video games is a daily…
Promising New Method Could Replace Injections With Pills
Treatment for chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis often requires lifelong injections. However, fear of needles, the risk of infection, and pain associated with injections can…
New Study Illuminates Approaches for Long-Term Hearing Loss Treatment
Approximately 430 million people globally suffer from disabling hearing loss, and in the United States alone, around 37.5 million adults report difficulty hearing. Hearing loss…
New Research Suggests That Obesity Is a Neurodevelopmental Disorder
Scientists have recently proposed that obesity is a neurodevelopmental disorder. Over the last several decades, obesity has rapidly grown to affect more than 2 billion…
Researchers Discover a Key Weak Spot in a Deadly Childhood Cancer
A new study identifies an Achilles’ heel in neuroblastoma. 15% of children who die from cancer are victims of neuroblastoma, a childhood cancer that arises…
More Potent, Less Toxic: Scientists Develop a Better Type of Chemotherapy
Researchers discover a new class of drugs that provide leukemia patients with a safer, more targeted form of therapy. Chemotherapy isn’t fun. It’s no secret…
Walking Can Reduce Knee Pain for People Who Have Arthiritis
How walking can lead to healthier knees. According to a recent study published in Arthritis & Rheumatology and conducted by Baylor College of Medicine researchers,…