Exploring how a hazardous fungal pathogen ‘tastes’ its surroundings within a wheat plant to coordinate virulence could be the key…
Growing up in poverty increases diagnoses of psychosis-spectrum mental illnesses
Growing up in impoverished urban neighborhoods more than doubles your chances over the average person of developing a psychosis-spectrum disorder…
Newly discovered Ebolavirus may not cause severe disease in humans
Researchers have provided evidence that a newly discovered Ebolavirus may not be as deadly as other species to humans.
Scientists develop swallowable self-inflating capsule to help tackle obesity
Scientists have developed a self-inflating weight management capsule that could help battle obesity, and be an alternative to intragastric balloons.…
Microbial contaminants found in popular e-cigarettes
Popular electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) products sold in the US were contaminated with bacterial and fungal toxins, according to new research.
Genetic testing in women diagnosed with breast cancer decreases cost of care nationwide
A new study suggests that Oncotype DX-guided treatment could reduce the cost for the first year of breast cancer care…
Smelling with your tongue
Scientists report that functional olfactory receptors, the sensors that detect odors in the nose, are also present in human taste…
New nanomedicine slips through the cracks, reaches brain
In a recent study in mice, researchers found a way to deliver specific drugs to parts of the body that…
Ancient secrets of medicinal mint
The precious chemistry of a plant used for 2000 years in traditional Chinese medicine has been unlocked in a project…
After a Knee Injury, Be Wary When Returning to Sports
Athletes who pass return-to-play tests after an A.C.L. injury remain just as likely to experience a subsequent knee injury as…