Scratching the skin triggers a series of immune responses culminating in an increased number of activated mast cells — immune…
Advances in cryo-EM materials may aid cancer and biomedical research
Cryogenic-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) has been a game changer in the field of medical research, but the substrate, used to freeze…
When designing clinical trials for Huntington’s disease, first ask the experts
Progress in understanding the genetic mutation responsible for Huntington’s disease (HD) and at least some molecular underpinnings of the disease…
Effectiveness of different forms of nicotine replacement therapy in helping people give up smoking
New evidence published in the Cochrane Library provides high quality evidence that people who use a combination of nicotine replacement…
New dispersion method to effectively kill biofilm bacteria could improve wound care
Researchers have developed a method to treat bacterial infections which could result in better wound care.
Obesity linked with differences in form and structure of the brain
Researchers using sophisticated MRI technology have found that higher levels of body fat are associated with differences in the brain’s…
How fish brain cells react to Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers have studied the regenerative capacity of zebrafish brain in single cell resolution with the aim of developing novel strategies…
Welding with stem cells for next-generation surgical glues
Scientists have invented a new technology that could lead to the development of a new generation of smart surgical glues…
Good mousekeeping: En suite bathroom makes for happier mice
Mice have a strong preference to nest away from their own waste, new research has found. The study showed that…
Improved WIC food packages reduced obesity risk for children, study finds
A decade ago, the U.S. federal government overhauled nutrition standards for food packages in its primary food assistance program for…