Malaria, caused by a parasite transmitted to humans through an infected mosquito’s bite, is a leading cause of illness and
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Researchers reveal mechanisms underlying Sjögren’s disease
Researchers at NYU College of Dentistry and NYU Grossman School of Medicine are closer to understanding what drives the autoimmune
Genetic discovery links new gene to autism spectrum disorder
New research published in The American Journal of Human Genetics has identified a previously unknown genetic link to autism spectrum
Brain inflammation alters behavior according to sex, mouse study finds
Inflammation in the hippocampus — the brain’s memory centre — significantly alters motivation and behaviour in mice, including food-seeking behaviour,
Scientists find a vulnerability in antibiotic resistance mechanism
Superbugs, bacteria that are immune to multiple antibiotics, pose a great challenge to modern medicine. Researchers from the B CUBE
Study shows drop in use of antiviral medications in young children with influenza
Despite national medical guidelines supporting the use of antiviral medications in young children diagnosed with influenza, a recent study reports
The longevity factor Foxo3 mediates ‘unfit’ cell elimination to ensure healthy body construction
From the very moment an egg is fertilized, life begins with a remarkable process: cells start dividing and replicating to
Is fake meat good to eat? Processed plant-based meat alternatives linked to depression risk in vegetarians
There is mounting evidence suggesting that ultra processed foods (UPF) are bad for our health; but if you stick to
Nature’s instructions: How fungi make a key medicinal molecule
For roughly a century, ever since Alexander Fleming’s accidental discovery of penicillin in 1928, fungi have proven to be a
Potentially harmful bacteria slip through antimicrobial showerheads
To guard against harmful waterborne pathogens, many consumers, including managers of health-care facilities, install antimicrobial silver-containing showerheads. But in ACS