A drug that tackles toxic protein buildup in Alzheimer’s disease in a novel way has passed phase 1 of clinical…
Opioid-exposed newborns may react to pain differently after birth
Babies exposed to opioids while their mothers were pregnant with them may need special care even before they start to…
Why lymphoma patients may become resistant to specific therapy
Researchers have discovered a mechanism of drug resistance to Venetoclax®, also known as ABT-199, a BCL-2 targeting drug commonly used…
Twitter image colors and content could help identify users with depression, anxiety
A new study shows users who score high on a depression and anxiety survey often post photos that are less…
Ragweed compounds could protect nerve cells from Alzheimer’s
As spring arrives in the northern hemisphere, many people are cursing ragweed, a primary culprit in seasonal allergies. But scientists…
Over-fed bacteria make people sick
In a new hypothesis, a CRC 1182 research team suggests that inflammatory diseases are caused by an over-supply of food,…
Legal marijuana reduces chronic pain, but increases injuries and car accidents
The legalization of recreational marijuana is associated with an increase in its abuse, injury due to overdoses, and car accidents,…
Feeling healthy: A good start, but not always a good indicator of heart disease risk
Most people feel they have a general idea of how healthy they are based on their diet and exercise regimen…
What artificial intelligence can teach us about proteins
Proteins are vital parts of all living organisms and perform essential tasks in our bodies. They build and repair tissues,…
Robot therapists need rules
Interactions with artificial intelligence (AI) will become an increasingly common aspect of our lives. A team has now completed the…