Cells in the body are wired like computer chips to direct signals that instruct how they function, research suggests. Unlike
Month: May 2019
Shedding light on the burden of dengue in Bangladesh
Dengue, also known as dengue fever, is a viral disease transmitted to humans by mosquitoes of the genus Aedes. The
Study Explores Why Prostate Cancer Mortality is Higher in Black Men
Black men are more likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer and nearly 2.5 times more likely to die of
Scientists (dis)solve a century-long mystery to treat asthma and airway inflammation
Belgian research groups from the VIB, Ghent University, Ghent University Hospital, and the biotech company argenx have solved a century-long
Cognitive behavioral therapy for kids with long-term conditions
The mental health of children and young people with some long term physical conditions could benefit from cognitive behavioural therapy
How plant cells neutralize the potential for self-harm
Photosynthesis makes our atmosphere oxygen-rich and forms the bedrock of our food supply. But under changing or stressful environmental conditions,
Targeting key gene could help lead to Down syndrome treatment
Targeting a key gene before birth could someday help lead to a treatment for Down syndrome by reversing abnormal embryonic
Function of liver cancer genes in mini-organs
Researchers from the Hubrecht Institute and Radboud University have developed a human model in which they use organoids, or mini
Marching for climate change may sway people’s beliefs and actions
Americans have a long tradition of taking to the streets to protest or to advocate for things they believe in.
What we think we know — but might not — pushes us to learn more
Spoiler alert if you haven’t watched the “Game of Thrones” season finale. If you think you know the farm animal
