New Molecular Target Could Result in Cancer Drugs With Fewer Side Effects
New Molecular Target for Cancer Treatment The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute…
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Adjusting Diet Can Reduce ADHD Symptoms in Children
Research finds that eating more fruits and veggies can result in less inattention. It might be a good idea for children with attention deficit hyperactivity…
“Viral Dark Matter” Could Help Mitigate Climate Change – Here’s How
Study identifies 1,200+ RNA viruses with connections to carbon flux. Many scientists believe that climate change is a significant threat and that we are running…
Over 5,500 New Viruses Identified in the Ocean – Including a Missing Link in Viral Evolution
An analysis of the genetic material in the ocean has identified thousands of previously unknown RNA viruses and doubled the number of phyla, or biological…
Newborns’ Brains Already Organized Into Functional Networks – With Individual Variability Linked to Genetics
Right from birth, human brains are organized into networks that support mental functions such as vision and attention, a new study shows. Previous studies had…
5,500 New RNA Virus Species Discovered in the Ocean – Tracing the Origins of Viruses and the Origins of Life
Ocean Water Samples Yield Treasure Trove of RNA Virus Data Ocean water samples collected around the world have yielded a treasure trove of new data…
Hundreds of “Hidden” New Mammal Species Waiting To Be Found
Research suggests where these species may be “hidden.” At least hundreds of so-far unidentified species of mammals are hiding in plain sight around the world,…
Hawking’s Information Paradox: Resolving the Black Hole “Fuzzball or Wormhole” Debate
Study adds more certainty to theory involving information paradox. Black holes really are giant fuzzballs, a new study says. The study attempts to put to…
Hawaiian Corals Show Surprising Resilience to Warming Oceans From Climate Change
22-month study provides realistic conditions, scientists say. A long-term study of Hawaiian coral species provides a surprisingly optimistic view of how they might survive warmer…
New Research Shows That School Uniforms Don’t Improve Child Behavior
Students feel less sense of belonging when uniforms are required. Despite the belief of many parents and teachers, school uniforms don’t seem to have any…
Astronomers Identify Real-Life Planet With Two Suns – Like “Tatooine” From Star Wars
Study proves ground-based telescopes can search for planets with two suns. Astronomers have used a new technique to confirm a real-life Tatooine, the fictional planet with…
How Vacation Photos of Zebras and Whales Can Help Wildlife Conservation
Scientists use AI to analyze images of wildlife for crucial data. Vacation photos of zebras and whales that tourists post on social media may have…
How To Ruin the Taste of a Cookie With Just 2 Words – “The Impact Was Really Surprising”
Negative labels influence consumer perception of food, study finds. A rose by any other name may smell as sweet, but a chocolate chip cookie labeled…
Stealth Moves: COVID Virus Goes “Underground” To Spread From Cell to Cell
Study sheds light on COVID virus transmissibility, resistance to host immunity. The virus that causes COVID-19 has adopted some stealth moves to stay alive and…
Researchers Find the Best Way To Fix a Sad Mood: Whatever You Think Works Best
What’s the best way to improve a sad mood? It may be whatever skill you think you’re best at, a new study suggests. Think you’re…
High-Resolution Lab Experiments Show How Cells “Eat” – Solves 40-Year-Old Problem in Cell Biology
A new study shows how cell membranes curve to create the “mouths” that allow the cells to consume things that surround them. “Just like our…
Active COVID-19 Infection – By at Least Three Virus Variants – Detected in Wild Deer in 6 Ohio Locations
Scientists unsure if wild deer could be SARS-CoV-2 virus reservoir. Scientists have detected infection by at least three variants of the virus that causes COVID-19…
Certain Proteins – Such As Bacterial Toxins and the COVID Vaccine – Pass Through Cell Walls “Like a Magic Trick”
Study first to show how some toxins and drugs enter cells. For decades, scientists have wondered how large molecules such as proteins pass through cell…
