Researchers propose a new computational system to expand the understanding of the brain at an intermediate level, between neurons and…
Slow down: Reduced speed limits save lives in busy cities
Traffic accidents are the leading cause of non-natural deaths worldwide. Lower speed limits may help prevent accidents. But speed-reduction policies…
Survey suggests the importance of clearly communicating coronavirus risk, behaviors
A newly published analysis of March survey data sheds light on our understanding of how perceptions of the virus impact…
Researchers create new type of COVID-19 antibody test
Researchers have developed a COVID-19 test that pinpoints human antibodies specific to a particular part of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein.…
Down Syndrome
Down syndrome, also called Down’s syndrome (DS), is the most common chromosomal condition associated with intellectual disability and is characterized…
Stargardt Juvenile Macular Degeneration
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Pharmacogenetics for the prescriber
Pharmacogenetics is the study of how genetic factors affect the response to drugs (efficacy, adverse effects). Variation in genes can…
Writing prescriptions: how to avoid common errors
Prescribing medicines is the primary tool used by most healthcare systems to cure illness, relieve symptoms and prevent future disease.…
Pharmacodynamics for the prescriber
Pharmacodynamics is the study of how drugs have effects on the body. The most common mechanism is by interaction of…