On a continent wracked with epidemics, millions turn to traditional healers. In rural Uganda, not far from the Ebola zone,…
Diagnoses by Horn, Payment in Goats: An African Healer at Work
On a continent wracked with epidemics, millions turn to traditional healers. In rural Uganda, not far from the Ebola zone,…
Brain’s ability to synchronize voice sounds could be related to language learning
Researchers studied the synchronization of speech motor rhythms. Results show some people’s brains adapt spontaneously to align with the rhythm…
Machine learning used to quickly analyze key capacitor materials
Researchers are using machine learning to ultimately find ways to build more capable capacitors.
Promising new pancreatic cancer treatment moves forward
A new study describes a new therapeutic approach with potential for patients with pancreatic cancer. These researchers discovered a combination…
Mini kidneys from urine cells
Scientists have successfully created kidney organoids from urine cells. This could lead to a wide range of new treatments that…
A common genetic signature has been discovered among three cancer prone rare skin diseases
A group of researchers has identified a common genetic signature among three rare skin diseases or genodermatoses: recessive dystrophic epidermolysis…
Window of opportunity for treatment of early cystic fibrosis lung infections
New research suggests that disease-causing microbes in young cystic fibrosis (CF) patients change rapidly within two to three years after…
Checking DNA base editor’s mistakes and tricks to reduce them
Scientists have identified the mistake-rate of DNA editing tools, based on CRISPR and known as adenine base editors. Assessing the…
New portal of entry for influenza viruses
Influenza viruses from bats use an entirely different portal to enter the cell than all previously known types of influenza.