Scientists were able to show that bioengineered uteri in an animal model developed the native tissue-like structures needed to support…
Air pollution’s connection to infant mortality
The study of sub-Saharan Africa finds that a relatively small increase in airborne particles significantly increase infant mortality rates. A…
Producing a gaseous messenger molecule inside the body, on demand
Method could shed light on nitric oxide’s role in the neural, circulatory, and immune systems.
Why some words may be more memorable than others
In a recent study of epilepsy patients and healthy volunteers, researchers found that our brains may withdraw some common words,…
Laser-welded sugar: Sweet way to 3D-print blood vessels
Bioengineers have shown they can keep densely packed cells alive in lab-grown tissues by creating complex networks of branching blood…
Wearable-tech glove translates sign language into speech in real time
Bioengineers have designed a glove-like device that can translate American Sign Language into English speech in real time though a…
Engineers use ‘DNA origami’ to identify vaccine design rules
Using DNA origami as a virus-like scaffold, researchers designed an HIV-like particle that provokes a strong response from human immune…
Even minor heart defects are associated with long-term problems in adulthood
Long-term morbidity as well as a lower level of education and employment rate are common among adults who underwent congenital…
Responses to cyberbullying
It is well-known that victims of bullying can have higher risks of future health and social problems. However, different victims…
Playtime with dad may improve children’s self-control
Children whose fathers make time to play with them from a very young age may find it easier to control…