When cancer escapes the immune system, our defenses are rendered powerless and are unable to fight against the disease. Chimeric…
Discovery of a restriction factor for hepatitis B virus
Hepatitis B is a viral liver infection that can lead to acute or chronic conditions. Although there is a vaccine…
Identifying a key player in gut defense development
Scientists have identified a protein critical to the immune system development and antibody production in mice, which could contribute to…
Observing a molecule stretch and bend in real-time
An international study has observed the bending and stretching of a triatomic molecule with combined attosecond and picometer resolution.
Insecurities may drive people to save more
When people feel that their own good impressions of themselves are at risk, they may try to increase their savings,…
Could eating garlic reduce aging-related memory problems?
Consuming garlic helps counteract age-related changes in gut bacteria associated with memory problems, according to a new study conducted with…
Current methods may inadequately measure health impacts from oil, natural gas extraction
Measurements of hazardous air pollutant concentrations near oil and natural gas extraction sites have generally failed to capture levels above…
Cancer drug shortages result in almost no treatment changes
For the vast majority of cancer drugs experiencing shortages over a seven-year period, a new research study found no statistically…
New study explains why drinking alcohol causes the munchies
New research in mice suggests that a shared circuit in the brain could be one reason why heavy drinking and…
More sleep may help teens with ADHD focus and organize
Teenagers with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may benefit from more sleep to help them focus, plan and control their…