Apolipoproten E (apoeE) is a major genetic risk factor for the development of Alzheimer’s disease, yet it tends to be…
First blood-brain barrier chip using stem cells
Researchers have, for the first time, duplicated a patient’s blood-brain barrier (BBB), creating a human BBB chip with stem cells,…
Promising treatment for shoulder pain in wheelchair users with spinal cord injury
Researchers have reported the first case of successful, long-term relief of chronic refractory shoulder pain in a wheelchair user with…
‘Five star’ hospitals often provide fewer services than other hospitals, new data suggests
If you’re looking for a top-notch hospital with a wide range of services, narrowing your list to hospitals with a…
Ideal areas and timing for biological control of invasive stink bug
Biological control of the brown marmorated stink bug, an invasive pest that devastates gardens and crops, would be more effective…
New gene editor harnesses jumping genes for precise DNA integration
Scientists have developed a gene-editing tool — using jumping genes — that inserts any DNA sequence into the genome without…
Food access near schools and homes illuminated for children in New York city
A study of nearly 800,000 schoolchildren in New York City shows that Black, Hispanic, and Asian students live and go…
Body composition shown to affect energy spent standing versus sitting
A person’s body composition could influence the difference between the amount of energy they spend while sitting versus standing, according…
Weighing risks and benefits of drug treatment for major depression
For some people, medication is an effective part of treatment for depression. However, when considering whether to prescribe antidepressant medication…
Scientists Find Ancient Humans Used Weed 2,500 Years Ago, Too
Residue found in tombs deep in a Central Asian mountain range suggests that strong cannabis was used in ancient burial…