A survey of Central American migrants traveling through Mexico on their way to the United States found that 74 percent…
Discovery shows promise for treating Huntington’s Disease
Scientists have identified a new enzyme called ‘TBK1’ that plays a central role in regulating the degradation and clearance of…
To bond with nature, kids need solitary activities outdoors
A new study found solitary activities like fishing, hunting or exploring outside are key to building strong bonds between children…
New findings on enzymes with important role in SARS-CoV-2 infection
Researchers have described the presence, throughout the human body, of the enzyme ACE2. This is thought to be the key…
Researchers discover predictor of laser treatment success in patients with glaucoma
More than 70 million people worldwide suffer from glaucoma. Treatment options have traditionally included eye drops to reduce the fluid…
Taste bud cells might not be a target of SARS-CoV-2
An intriguing early symptom among some COVID-19 patients is the loss of the sense of smell and/or taste, which has…
How tumor cells evade the immune defense
Scientists are increasingly trying to use the body’s own immune system to fight cancer. A new study now shows the…
COVID-19 vaccine shows promise in mouse studies
A new study has found that the investigational vaccine known as mRNA-1273 protected mice from infection with SARS-CoV-2, the virus…
New strategy against osteoporosis
An international research team has found a new approach that may be able to reduce bone loss in osteoporosis and…
Scientists discover the switch that makes human brown fat burn energy
The receptor responsible for activating the energy-burning property of brown fat in humans has been identified. The next step is…