Scientists at Washington University in St. Louis have developed a method to induce a torpor-like state in mammals using ultrasound stimulation of the brain, according…
Early detection of symptoms and signs can lead to quicker colorectal cancer diagnoses, enhancing the chances of survival. Researchers from the Washington University School of…
The story of how ancient wolves became humanity’s closest companions by the campfire is well known, even though the details are still being refined by…
A team of engineers has discovered a technique for producing synthetic spider silk with high yield, while maintaining its strength and toughness, using mussel foot…
Findings point to brain areas that integrate planning, purpose, physiology, behavior, and movement. Calm body, calm mind, say the practitioners of mindfulness. A new study…
Noninvasive technique could shed light on preterm birth. Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have developed new imaging technology that can…
Addressing lingering GI issues critical part of post-infection care. People who have had COVID-19 are at increased risk of developing gastrointestinal (GI) disorders within a…
Infections in hospitalized patients may originate from their own bacteria. Hospitals implement strict hygiene and sanitation protocols to shield vulnerable patients with serious illnesses from…
Many individuals with high insulin levels also exhibit impairments in an enzyme crucial to fatty acid processing. The risk of developing diabetes is significantly higher…
Researchers uncover a previously unknown method of genome protection during replication. The safeguarding of cellular genomes is of utmost importance as any damage can result…
Molecular biologists aim to understand the actual events within individual living cells, not just the behavior of the mythical “average” cell. No one aspires to…
A mouse and cell study has yielded promising results, offering hope that scientists may be able to mitigate the harmful effects of fentanyl, the world’s…
Vaccination in mice has been shown to protect against gut damage caused by toxins produced by bacteria that cause diarrhea. Diarrhea was a major cause…
The findings in mice suggest a new therapeutic approach to treating Alzheimer’s and other age-related diseases. Many neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, are characterized…
People with a condition known as dry eye disease are more likely than those with healthy eyes to suffer injuries to their corneas. Studying mice,…
Researchers’ recent observations of a stellar-mass black hole called Cygnus X-1 reveal new details about the configuration of extremely hot matter in the region immediately…
Amines can have a damaging effect on human and environmental health. “Dicamba drift,” or the movement of the herbicide dicamba through the atmosphere, can cause…
Scientists recommend masks, vaccines, and vigilance to prevent reinfection. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began almost three years ago, researchers have discovered that an initial infection…
