Human fingers are sculpted from a primitive pad-like structure during embryonic development. Sometimes, this process goes awry and babies are…
Lessons learned from addressing myths about Zika and yellow fever outbreaks in Brazil
When disease epidemics and outbreaks occur, conspiracy theories often emerge that compete with the information provided by public health officials.…
Early intervention following traumatic brain injury reduces epilepsy risk
A research team has found that brains treated with certain drugs within a few days of an injury have a…
Artisanal CBD not as effective as pharmaceutical CBD for reducing seizures
Children and teens with epilepsy who were treated with pharmaceutical cannabidiol (CBD) had much better seizure control than those who…
Distrust of past experience may underlie obsessive-compulsive symptoms
People with higher obsessive-compulsive symptoms may place less trust in their past experience, leading to increased uncertainty, indecisiveness, and exploratory…
Using a cappella to explain speech and music specialization
Speech and music are two fundamentally human activities that are decoded in different brain hemispheres. A new study used a…
How caloric restriction prevents negative effects of aging in cells
If you want to reduce levels of inflammation throughout your body, delay the onset of age-related diseases, and live longer…
How green space can reduce violent crime
Researchers identified patterns that can inform public policy, guide urban design and promote neighborhoods that are safe and low in…
How door-to-door canvassing slowed an epidemic
Liberia was the epicenter of a high-profile Ebola outbreak in 2014-15, which led to more than 10,000 deaths in West…
Could new discovery play a role in diagnosing Alzheimer’s earlier?
Scientists have detected that a previously overlooked gene behavior could potentially lead to a new way to diagnose Alzheimer’s earlier.