Cells contain various specialised structures — such as the nucleus, mitochondria or peroxisomes — known as “organelles”. Tracing their genesis
Month: April 2024
Study helps explain why childhood maltreatment continues to impact on mental and physical health into adulthood
Childhood maltreatment can continue to have an impact long into adulthood because of how it effects an individual’s risk of
Novel CT exam reduces need for invasive artery treatment
A new study showed that a non-invasive imaging test can help identify patients with coronary artery blockage or narrowing who
New approach for combating ‘resting’ bacteria
Most disease-causing bacteria are known for their speed: In mere minutes, they can double their population, quickly making a person
Study reveals potential to reverse lung fibrosis using the body’s own healing technique
he most common type of lung fibrosis — scarring of the lungs — is idiopathic, meaning of unknown cause. Researchers
First step to untangle DNA: Supercoiled DNA captures gyrase like a lasso ropes cattle
Picture in your mind a traditional “landline” telephone with a coiled cord connecting the handset to the phone. The coiled
Scientists use wearable technology to detect stress levels during sleep
What if changes in a person’s stress levels could be detected while they sleep using wearable devices? A new study
Artificial intelligence can help people feel heard
A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) found AI-generated messages made recipients feel
Researchers identify new genetic risk factors for persistent HPV infections
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the second most common cancer-causing virus, accounting for 690,000 cervical and other cancers each year worldwide.
Two key brain systems are central to psychosis
Inside the brains of people with psychosis, two key systems are malfunctioning: a “filter” that directs attention toward important external
