Researchers have revealed for the first time that males infected with the Toxoplasma parasite can impact their offspring’s brain health…
Link identified between dietary selenium and outcome of COVID-19 disease
Researchers have identified a link between the COVID-19 cure rate and regional selenium status in China.
Model can predict hospital resilience for natural disasters, pandemics
Researchers have created a modeling tool that could help cities understand the full functionality and recovery of a healthcare system…
Molecular switch plays crucial role in learning from negative experiences
Neurobiologists have discovered how the signalling molecule Neuromedin U plays a crucial role in our learning process. The protein allows…
Ultra-precision nano-sensor could detect iron disorders
Scientists have developed a hypersensitive nano-sensor to detect harmful ‘free’ iron disorders. The test could lead to earlier, more accurate…
New genes linked to severe childhood speech disorder
An international study has discovered nine new genes linked to the most severe type of childhood speech disorder, apraxia.
Arteries respond in opposite ways for males and females
A protein known to expand blood vessels — key to controlling conditions like high blood pressure — actually has different…
Memory misfires help selfish maintain their self-image
When asked to recall how generous they were in the past, selfish people tend to remember being more benevolent than…
COVID-19 crisis: Millions of US workers at risk of infections on the job
New research shows that 14.4 million workers face exposure to infection once a week and 26.7 million at least once…
Scientists explore links between genetics, gut microbiome and memory
Scientists have traced the molecular connections between genetics, the gut microbiome and memory in a mouse model bred to resemble…