Researchers have completed the largest study of its kind to determine how optimistic people are in life and when as…
Autoclaving, alcohol not the best options for disinfecting, reusing face masks
Two widely available sterilization methods to clean disposable surgical masks and N95 respirators may not be the best options for…
Listeria protein provides a CRISPR ‘kill switch’
A single protein derived from a common strain of bacteria found in the soil will offer scientists a more precise…
Pickled capers activate proteins important for human brain and heart health
A compound commonly found in pickled capers has been shown to activate proteins required for normal human brain and heart…
Cost-effectiveness of esketamine for depression
A study has determined that esketamine, a nasal spray to treat severe depression, is currently too expensive for widespread use.
Why are memories attached to emotions so strong?
Multiple neurons in the brain must fire in synchrony to create persistent memories tied to intense emotions, new research has…
Bird droppings carry risk of antibiotic resistance
Engineers analyze the droppings of urban birds and show persistent levels of antibiotic-resistant genes and bacteria that may be transferred…
Researcher develops method for mapping brain cell change, development in mice
Researchers have developed a new method for studying key moments in brain development. Researchers are studying how oxytocin receptor expression…
About nine family members to suffer grief from every COVID-19 fatality
A new study finds that ripple effects from COVID-19 could cast a net of despair that reaches well beyond the…
Cystic fibrosis: Why so many respiratory complications?
Cystic fibrosis causes severe respiratory and digestive disorders. Despite considerable therapeutic advances, this disease still reduces life expectancy, in particular…