Surprising results show how circadian rhythm changes the way mammals can see. Mice can accomplish a vision task better at…
Scientists discover medicinal cannabis substitute for treating Parkinson’s disease
A drug that provides the benefits obtained from medicinal cannabis without the ‘high’ or other side effects may help to…
Advanced imaging tips T cell target recognition on its head
T cells represent a key component of our immune system, and play a critical role in protecting us against harmful…
Bacteria spread by ticks affected by humidity and mutual competition
No specific environment or temperature favorable to all of the most common pathogens borne by ticks was found in an…
Form of severe malnutrition linked to DNA modification
Researchers identified significant differences at the epigenetic level — the chemical tags in DNA that help regulate gene expression —…
Your DNA is not your destiny — or a good predictor of your health
In most cases, your genes have less than five per cent to do with your risk of developing a particular…
The meaning of emotions may differ around the world
Scientists found that emotions have different meanings across 2,474 spoken languages, but that there are universal sources of structure.
Meta-analysis indicates that one-fifth of the world’s population exposed to Toxocara
Human toxocariasis — a neglected tropical disease found worldwide, can cause a range of allergic, neurological, cardiac, and other symptoms.…
Gene drives work faster than non-drive approaches to control problem insects
When controlling mosquitoes that spread malaria, gene drives, which force genetic changes to proliferate in a population, are faster and…
Medical News Today: What to know about alcohol and the keto diet
The keto diet is a high fat, low carbohydrate eating plan. Although alcohol does contain carbohydrates, it can be part…