Researchers have built a set of magnetic ‘tweezers’ that can position a nano-scale bead inside a human cell with unprecedented…
Researchers investigate the impact of the statewide opioid crisis on teachers
Researchers have evaluated the impact of the opioid crisis in classrooms across the Mountain State through a survey of 2,205…
Blunting pain’s emotional component
Pain researchers have shown in rodents that they can block receptors on brain cells that appear to be responsible for…
Inside a tumor: Purple bacteria visualize ‘big eaters’
Scientists have shown that harmless purple bacteria (Rhodobacter) are capable of visualizing heterogeneity in tumors. With the aid of optoacoustic…
Simple urine test allows for rapid diagnosis of preeclampsia
About one in 20 women develop preeclampsia during pregnancy, which can be life-threatening to both moms and babies. However, it…
How the heart sends an SOS signal to bone marrow cells after a heart attack
Exosomes are key to the SOS signal that the heart muscle sends out after a heart attack. Exosomes in the…
It’s not your fault — Your brain is self-centered
You’re in the middle of a conversation and suddenly turn away because you heard your name. While this ‘cocktail party…
Amazon Pulls 2 Books That Promote Unscientific Autism ‘Cures’
The online retailer’s move follows recent efforts by Facebook, YouTube and Pinterest to limit the availability of anti-vaccination and other…
Determining what binds to mucus
The human body is full of mucus. This viscous goo isn’t just a nuisance that gets coughed up or sneezed…
Families and schools may play key roles in promoting adolescent self-confidence
Self-confidence is critical for teens as they prepare for the challenges of adulthood, and both families and schools may together…