The emergence of exotic diseases such as Ebola and SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) in people has prompted intensive research…
Bioluminescent deep-sea creatures illuminate the effectiveness of new cancer therapies
A new tool can improve development and effectiveness of leading-edge cancer therapies derived from patients’ immune systems.
When good cells go bad: Regulating the MS-causing properties of Th17 cells
Multiple sclerosis (MS) and other inflammatory autoimmune diseases are characterized by localized inflammation in various tissues, including the brain. Using…
New therapy for aggressive blood cancer discovered
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is the most common form of acute leukemia. It is characterized by an increase of malignant…
Brain clock ticks differently in autism
The neural ‘time windows’ in certain small brain areas contribute to the complex cognitive symptoms of autism, new research suggests.…
Sensitive sensor detects Down syndrome DNA with blood test during pregnancy
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Down syndrome is the most common birth defect, occurring once in…
Even as hospitals cut risky antibiotic use in-house, patients often go home with them
Even as hospitals try to cut back on prescribing powerful but risky antibiotics called fluoroquinolones, a new study shows that…
PTSD alone didn’t increase heart disease risk in veterans with PTSD
Coexisting medical conditions, psychiatric disorders, heavy smoking and illicit drug use may explain the increased risk for heart disease among…
Children who eat lunch score 18 percent higher in reading tests
The powerful connection between nutrition and education has been revealed by new research from ESMT Berlin. Primary school children who…
Exercise May Help to Fend Off Depression
Jogging for 15 minutes a day, or walking or gardening for somewhat longer, could help protect people against developing depression.