A study of more than 2,300 adolescents underscores the pulmonary health benefits of physical activity.
Virtual reality to solve minor personal problems
A new study shows that conversation with oneself embodied as Dr. Sigmund Freud works better to improve people’s mood, compared…
Selective antibiotics following nature’s example
Chemists develop selective agents to combat infectious diseases — based on the structures of natural products.
People judge entire groups based on performance of its ‘first member’
People are more likely to judge the performance of a group based on member’s that are labelled as first or…
Skin in balance: Joint forces of polarity and cell mechanics
Molecular mechanics in the skin of mice are driven by polarity genes, a team reports.
Research team redefines the footprint of viral vector gene therapy
Building on a track record of developing adeno-associated viral (AAV) vectors as a groundbreaking clinical tool for gene therapy and…
Scientists identify propranolol’s target in treating rare condition and hemangiomas
The discovery of a new target for the blood-pressure medication propranolol may lead to the development of new and safer…
Keeping parasites from sticking to mosquito guts could block disease transmission
Infections such as Chagas disease, African sleeping sickness, and leishmaniasis are caused by a group of microorganisms called kinetoplastids. In…
Medical News Today: Resistance training for healthy aging: The whys and hows
A new evidence-based position statement explains the benefits of resistance training for older adults and what to bear in mind…
Finding a cause of neurodevelopmental disorders
Neurodevelopmental disorders arising from rare genetic mutations can cause atypical cognitive function, intellectual disability, and developmental delays, yet it is…