About a million times a year, Americans with a torn meniscus in their knee undergo surgery in hopes of a…
A miniature robot that could check colons for early signs of disease
Engineers have shown it is technically possible to guide a tiny robotic capsule inside the colon to take micro-ultrasound images.…
Medical News Today: Can people die from rheumatoid arthritis?
A person cannot die directly as a result of rheumatoid arthritis, but the condition can lead to life-threatening health complications.…
From one brain scan, more information for medical artificial intelligence
Researchers have devised a novel method to glean training information for machine-learning models, including those that can analyze medical images…
Making systems robust
Both nature and technology rely on integral feedback mechanisms to ensure that systems resist external perturbations. Researchers have now used…
Powering a solution: Professor takes charge at improving lithium ion batteries safety
Scientists are working to improve the safety of Li-ion batteries by creating a shear-thickening electrolyte — a substance that can…
Vitamin D may not help your heart
While previous research has suggested a link between low levels of vitamin D in the blood and an increased risk…
First step towards a better prosthetic leg? Trip people over and over
The first step a team took in addressing a challenge in lower-body prosthetics was coming to understand the way people…
Medical News Today: Can turmeric help treat rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic condition that causes pain and swelling in the joints. A growing body of scientific…
What Will The Times’s New Parenting Site Feature? Our Editor Answers Reader Questions
Jessica Grose wants to provide the highest-quality information and support to new and expecting parents.