Researchers at the University of Bristol, supported by the British Veterinary Association, the British Cattle Veterinary Association and the Responsible
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Decrease in specific gene ‘silencing’ molecules linked with pediatric brain tumors
Experimenting with lab-grown brain cancer cells, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers have added to evidence that a shortage of specific tiny
Defective DNA damage repair leads to chaos in the genome
Scientists at the German Cancer Research Center (Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum, DKFZ) have now found a cause for the frequent catastrophic events
Weight during adolescence may affect pancreatic cancer risk in adulthood
New research has linked adolescent obesity with up to a four-fold increased risk of pancreatic cancer later in life. The
Fewer Canadians winning major health research prizes
An analysis of major health research prizes, including the Canada Gairdner International Award, found that few Canadian-based scientists are winning
‘Nested sequences’: An indispensable mechanism for forming memories
Repetition is the best method for memorization, for neurons themselves. This is the principle behind what neurobiologists call sequence reactivations:
Using mice, researchers identify how allergic shock occurs so quickly
When someone has a severe allergy, the life-threatening effects of an exposure are nearly instantaneous — skin rash, fainting, labored
Montreal researchers explain how your muscles form
All vertebrates need muscles to function; they are the most abundant tissue in the human body and are integral to
Psychological science can make your meetings better
Drawing from almost 200 scientific studies on workplace meetings, a team of psychological scientists provides recommendations for making the most
Ready for a close-up: The science behind face massage rollers
Facial massaging using a roller can increase skin blood flow for more than ten minutes after the massage. It can