In people with chronic malaria, certain metabolic systems in the blood change to support a long-term host-parasite relationship, a finding…
The mechanism of action of an antitumor drug used for the treatment of glioblastoma
The antibody mAb806 is used to treat glioblastoma, although its mechanism of action has been unknown until now. The study…
Drugs that block CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing identified
The discovery of the first small-molecule inhibitors of the Streptococcus pyogenes Cas9 (SpCas9) protein could enable more precise control over…
Medical News Today: Deleting just one gene may ‘completely prevent’ pancreatic cancer
Using a mouse model that “faithfully mimics” human pancreatic cancer, researchers have found a gene that wholly prevents the disease…
Finnish school students outperform US students on ‘fake news’ digital literacy tasks
A recent study revealed students at an international school in Finland significantly outperformed US students on tasks which measure digital…
Researchers develop soft tissue substitute with fewer side effects
A team of plastic surgeons and material scientists has made an important advance in treating the common clinical problem of…
Mobile prenatal app shown to reduce in-person visits during pregnancy
Using the mobile app Babyscripts reduced in-person prenatal care visits while maintaining patient and provider satisfaction, according to new research.
High rates of formula use with low-income infants
New research found high rates of non-exclusive breastfeeding and early infant formula introduction. Their sample included low-income, predominately Hispanic immigrant…
India could meet air quality standards by cutting household fuel use
India could make a major dent in air pollution by curbing emissions from dirty household fuels such as wood, dung,…
Newly discovered gene mutation reduces fear and anxiety, and increases social interaction
Researchers have discovered of a new type of gene mutation that reduces fear and anxiety, and increases social interaction. The…