For even the most routine of medical checkups, a blood test is often the first order of business. But, for
Month: December 2020
Breathing rate predicts therapeutic benefits for heart patients
Conditions causing arrhythmia are among the most common cardiac conditions. A study headed by Prof. Georg Schmidt of the Technical
Wearable electrical stimulator to zap Alzheimer’s disease
Stimulating humans’ sense of smell to prevent conditions such as Alzheimer’s Disease is the focus of international research led by
Missed signals? A new way we vary from each other biologically
Genetics has made huge strides over the past 20 years, from the sequencing of the human genome to a growing
Why we need to get creative when it comes to talking about pain
What [do] I mean by sitting in a pit of fire? You’ve got every nerve ending that’s just going hellfire,
Coronavirus new variant: Genomics researcher answers key questions
A new variant of SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes COVID-19, is thought to be driving increased transmission of the disease
New antidepressants can lift depression and suicidal thoughts fast, but don’t expect magic cures
Depression is the most common cause of disability in the world. Chances are high that you or someone you know will experience
Do I know you? Researchers evaluate how masks disrupt facial perception
The identification of people wearing masks has often presented a unique challenge during the pandemic. A new study by
Drinking milk while breastfeeding may reduce the child’s food allergy risk
Children of mothers who drink relatively more cow’s milk during breastfeeding are at reduced risk of developing food allergies. That
Coronavirus vaccine: Understanding trial results, roll-out and what happens next – an expert guide
Coronavirus vaccines are being administered. Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine was the first to finish the final stage of testing—known as phase
