In many studies, bariatric surgery has been highlighted as an almost magical method for weight loss and reversing type 2…
How do we prioritize what we see?
It is known that different regions of the brain help us prioritize information so we can efficiently process visual scenes.…
Scientists sound the alarm: Lockdowns may escalate the obesity epidemic
Researchers warn that rates of obesity may explode because of strategies to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Artificial intelligence recognizes deteriorating photoreceptors
A software based on artificial intelligence (AI) enables the precise assessment of the progression of geographic atrophy (GA), a disease…
Adding a meter between meals boosts vegetarian appeal
Researchers have identified the optimal dish positions to help ”nudge” diners into picking more planet-friendly meals in cafeterias.
A new, 20-minute assay for COVID-19 diagnosis
Researchers have developed a new test that can diagnose COVID-19 in just 20 minutes. The findings show the rapid molecular…
Leukemia breakthrough: CircASXL1-1 regulates BAP1 deubiquitinase activity in leukemia
Researchers have identified covalently closed circular RNAs (circRNAs) from key genes involved in leukemia development and provided greater understanding of…
Cancer mapping may solve puzzle of regional disease links
New statistical analysis finds cancer mapping may help question regional disease links.
Virus uses decoy strategy to evade immune system
Researchers have learnt more about how viruses operate and can evade the immune system and are now using their discovery…
Leishmaniasis: an unforgettable disease
A 28-year-old man with no previous medical history presented with a 2-week history of a skin lesion on the dorsal…