3D-printed and “smart” pharmaceuticals are making medical treatments more effective. But it may take years before the new devices reach…
Statins could protect against motor neuron disease
High cholesterol has been found to be a possible risk factor for the development of motor neuron disease (MND), according…
New method uses fluorescence to identify disease-causing forms of proteins
A new method uses fluorescence to detect potentially disease-causing forms of proteins as they unravel due to stress or mutations.
More protein and fewer calories help older people lose weight safely
A high-protein, low-calorie diet helps older adults with obesity lose more weight, maintain more muscle mass, improve bone quality and…
Diet could help runners beat stomach issues
Research indicates that cutting out specific foods can alleviate the gastrointestinal issues some people experience when they exercise, with over…
Animal venoms are sources in the search for new medicines
A new study of natural toxins and their derivatives may help in the development of medicines to treat diseases like…
Researchers characterize mechanism of action of CAR T cells
Despite progress being made, scientists have not been completely certain of how CAR T cells function mechanistically. A team of…
Brain pathways of aversion identified
What happens in the brain when we feel discomfort? Researchers are now one step closer to finding the answer. They…
Decolonization protocol can prevent dangerous infections among discharged hospital patients
Hospital patients who have methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) can prevent future MRSA infections by following a standard bathing protocol after…
Antidepressant could stop deadly sepsis, study suggests
An antidepressant drug used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder could save people from deadly sepsis, new research suggests.