A recent policy change in allocating donor lungs has had several unintended consequences, according to a new study. The new…
Short period of parental sexual contact prior to pregnancy increases offspring risk of schizophrenia
Children may be at a slightly increased risk of schizophrenia when their parents were in sexual contact for less than…
Study unravels mystery of antimicrobial frog secretions
Japanese scientists have identified the molecular mechanism that gives the skin secretions of a species of frog effective antimicrobial properties.…
Eating elderberries can help minimize influenza symptoms
Compounds from elderberries can directly inhibit the virus’s entry and replication in human cells, and can help strengthen a person’s…
Hidden control architecture of brain networks unveiled
Researchers have identified the intrinsic control architecture of brain networks. The control properties will contribute to providing a fundamental basis…
How light triggers brain activity
Optogenetics uses light to control brain processes. It is based on light-controlled proteins such as channelrhodopsin-2, an ion channel that…
More evidence that blood tests can detect the risk of Alzheimer’s
A new study confirms that a simple blood test can reveal whether there is accelerating nerve cell damage in the…
Researchers reveal how bacteria can adapt to resist treatment by antibiotics
New research shows that bacteria produce a specific stress molecule, divide more slowly, and thus save energy when they are…
Stressed, anxious? Ask the brain!
Our actions are driven by ‘internal states’ such as anxiety, stress or thirst — which will strongly affect and motivate…
Minor sleep loss can put your job at risk, study finds
Just 16 minutes shaved off your regular sleep routine can dramatically impact job performance the next day. A new study…