How Our Cells Kill Themselves – Scientists Decode the Exact Mechanism at the Atomic Level
In our bodies, millions of cells meet their end on a daily basis. Contrary to popular belief, cells don’t just explode when they die. Instead,…
University of Basel News
The University of Basel is a public research university located in Basel, Switzerland. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Switzerland, with a history dating back to the 15th century. The university is known for its strong focus on research, particularly in the fields of life sciences, medicine, and the humanities.
The University of Basel is a member of the League of European Research Universities and has partnerships with universities and research institutions around the world. It is home to numerous research centers and institutes, including the Biozentrum, the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute, and the Department of Physics.
Here on SciTechDaily.com, readers can find the latest news and breakthroughs in research conducted by Basel scientists and researchers. You’ll find articles about advancements in medical research, insights into the workings of the human brain, the latest developments in physics and materials science, and much more.
Microsoft’s Quantum Breakthrough – Were They Wrong?
In March 2022, Microsoft announced research findings concerning the manifestation of a unique particle that could potentially be utilized for crafting notably durable quantum bits….
Dietary Supplement Could Improve Breast Cancer Treatment
Many cancer treatments often fail to achieve the desired outcomes. A common reason for this is that tumors can develop resistance to cancer medications. One…
Scientists Discover a Simple Way To Reduce Feelings of Guilt
Guilt is an unpleasant and overwhelming emotion, but researchers at the University of Basel have demonstrated that placebos can effectively reduce feelings of guilt, even…
Surprising Discovery: Graphene on Platinum Surfaces Seemingly Defies Coulomb’s Law
Researchers from Basel and Tel Aviv discovered that friction varies with speed in specific graphene structures on platinum surfaces, defying Coulomb’s law which states that…
Mucus Molecules Could Prevent Cholera
Utilizing these protective molecules could potentially provide a new approach to managing the illness, which is transmitted through contaminated water. Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute…
Scientists Are One Step Closer to Understanding Sudden Cardiac Death
Arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy, a heart disease that particularly affects young athletes, can result in sudden death. The University of Basel has recently genetically modified mice that develop…
Researchers Turn Cancer Cells Into Less Harmful Cell Types
Cancer cells are incredibly adaptable, much like stem cells. Researchers from the University of Basel have discovered substances that artificially mature breast cancer cells of…
Superconductivity Breakthrough: Spin Correlation Between Paired Electrons Demonstrated for First Time
For the first time, physicists have experimentally demonstrated that there is a negative correlation between the two spins of an entangled pair of electrons from…
New Antibiotic Kills Dangerous and Resistant Bacteria
A new antibiotic that can fight against resistant bacteria. Antibiotics were long thought to be a miracle cure for bacterial infections. However, many pathogens have evolved…
Neuroscientists Discover New Function of the Cerebellum: Emotional Memory
The cerebellum is known primarily for the regulation of movement. Scientists at the University of Basel have now discovered that the cerebellum also plays an…
Simply Looking at Food Triggers an Inflammatory Response in the Brain
An inflammatory response in the brain is brought on by the sight of a meal. The mere sight and smell of a meal cause the…
Scientists Finally Discover What Caused the Collapse of This Ancient Kingdom
Droughts in the sixth century helped Islam gain ground Extreme dryness aided the collapse of the ancient South Arabian kingdom of Himyar. The journal Science…
New Research Shows That Probiotics Can Help Alleviate Depression
Good Bacteria To Tackle Depression Gut microbiome plays an important role in health – including mental health. Researchers from the University of Basel and the…
Visible From Space: The Consequences of Climate Change in the Alps
Global warming has a particularly pronounced impact on the Alpine region. Like the Arctic, this European mountain range is becoming greener. Scientists from the University…
Magnesium Is Essential for the Immune System – Important in the Fight Against Cancer
The level of magnesium in the blood is an important factor in the immune system’s ability to tackle pathogens and cancer cells. Writing in the…
Human Anatomy Surprise: New Muscle Layer Discovered in the Jaw
Human anatomy still has a few surprises in store for us: researchers at the University of Basel have discovered a previously overlooked section of our…
T Cells: No Time To Die – At the Forefront in the Fight Against Viruses, Bacteria, and Malignant Cells
They are at the forefront in the fight against viruses, bacteria, and malignant cells: the T cells of our immune system. But the older we…
