Scientists have developed a new therapeutic concept for the treatment of temporal lobe epilepsy. It represents a gene therapy capable…
Thinking in a foreign language can reduce emotional biases
A new study shows that thinking in a foreign language may help people be more objective when deciding on a…
World first on-the-spot test for synthetic drug ‘spice’
A simple saliva test to detect if someone has recently taken the street drug ”spice” has been developed.
Medical News Today: Some narcissistic traits may be useful for mental health
Some researchers maintain that certain narcissistic traits could actually help safeguard mental health, offering a buffer against stress and depression.
Seeking better treatment for ALS, Lou Gehrig’s disease
In neurodegenerative disease ALS, proteins called TDP-43 aggregate in patient tissues. A team led by researchers at Cold Spring Harbor…
Research on antibiotic use desperately needed as resistance crisis looms
Overuse of antibiotics in healthcare contributes to the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, resulting in 2 million infections and 100,000 deaths…
Housing developers could be the secret weapon to improving air quality
Housing developers and urban planners could be the unlikely heroes in the battle against the ‘new tobacco’ — air pollution…
Cycles of reward: New insight into ADHD treatment
Researchers have investigated the actions of the drug in rats. Using dopamine cell recordings, electrochemical monitoring and computer modeling, they…
Pitfalls with nanocontainers for drug delivery
Nanocontainer for drugs can have their pitfalls: If they are too heavily loaded, they will only dissolve poorly.
Teens who have loving bond with mother less likely to enter abusive relationships
A mother’s warmth and acceptance toward her teenagers may help prevent those children from being in an abusive relationship later…