New research explains how the shapes of neurons can be classified using mathematical methods from the field of algebraic topology.
Day: March 22, 2019
Solving the efficiency of Gram-negative bacteria
Superbugs, also known as Gram-negative bacteria, are causing a global health crisis. Each year in the United States, at least
Brain region discovered that only processes spoken, not written words
Patients in a new Northwestern Medicine study were able to comprehend words that were written but not said aloud. They
‘Selfish’ genetics amplify inflammation, age-related diseases
Aging affects every living organism, but the molecular processes that contribute to aging remain a subject of debate. While many
Fertility restored in non-human primate model of childhood cancer survivorship
One in three childhood cancer survivors is at risk of becoming infertile due to chemotherapy or radiation, and since their
New drug combination shows promise for common pediatric brain tumor
A new combination treatment aimed at resistant and recurrent low-grade gliomas slowed tumor growth and killed tumor cells in laboratory
Space technology can help patients take a “giant leap” around their neighborhood
“Space pants” are part of a clinical trial researching heat therapy as a treatment option for peripheral artery disease. [embedded
High-fructose corn syrup boosts intestinal tumor growth in mice
Does sugar directly feed cancers, boosting their growth? The answer seems to be ‘Yes’ at least in mice according to
