Two daily fasting diets, also known as time-restricted feeding diets, are effective for weight loss, according to a new study.…
In one hour, surface coating inactivates virus that causes COVID-19
Researchers have developed a surface coating that, when painted on common objects, inactivates SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
Obesity and metabolic syndrome are risk factors for severe influenza, COVID-19
Metabolic syndrome increases the risk of severe disease from viral infection, according to a new review.
Researchers outline strategy for testing ketone bodies against COVID-19
A new review encourages researchers studying metabolism and immunity to turn their attention to ketone bodies, which are being widely…
Study identifies patient- and hospital-level risk factors for death in critically ill COVID-19 patients
Researchers studied over 2,000 critically ill adults with COVID-19, and found that 35 percent of patients died in the 28…
Space station motors make a robotic prosthetic leg more comfortable, extend battery life
A new robotic prosthetic leg prototype offers a more natural gait while also being quieter and more energy efficient than…
Researchers 3D print a working heart pump with real human cells
In a groundbreaking new study, researchers have 3D printed a functioning centimeter-scale human heart pump in the lab. The discovery…
Common FDA-approved drug may effectively neutralize virus that causes COVID-19
A common drug, already approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), may also be a powerful tool in fighting…
Researchers identify genetic factors that may influence COVID-19 susceptibility
A new study has identified genetic factors that may influence susceptibility to COVID-19. The findings could guide personalized treatment for…
Novel biomarker technology for cancer diagnostics
A new way of identifying cancer biomarkers has been developed. The new technology allows very sensitive, quick and cost-effective identification…