The number of children and adolescents visiting the nation’s emergency departments due to mental health concerns continued to rise at
Month: November 2018
Gut Reaction: Immigration May Help Explain Expanding Waistlines
For newcomers to the United States, the downside of immigration may be a rapid change in gut bacteria, researchers say.
Genetic risk factor for CTE detected
Researchers have identified a genetic variation that may influence chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) disease severity. TMEM106B is one of the
U.S. Opioid Overdose Deaths Reach New Record
The number of opioid overdose deaths in the United States reached a new record last year with 72,000 deaths, which
Genetic factors tied to obesity may protect against diabetes
Experts believe that where on the body people store surplus fat, whether round their middle or round the liver, may
Fluorescent marker can help guide surgeons to remove dangerous brain tumor cells more accurately
A chemical that highlights tumour cells has been used by surgeons to help spot and safely remove brain cancer in
Get the Most From Your Cardio Workouts
If you’re using a machine, like a treadmill or stationary bike, check that you’re maintaining proper form. Just as coasting
Disorder plays a key role in phase transitions of materials
Phase transitions are common occurrences that dramatically change the properties of a material, the most familiar being the solid-liquid-gas transition
Ring-shaped protein complex wrangles DNA
Biological physicists at Rice University have a new cellular mechanics theory that rings true. The Rice lab of José Onuchic
Anti-Seizure Drug May Be New Weapon Against Depression
A drug used to control seizures may be a potent weapon against depression in patients who don’t find relief with