There are well documented risk factors associated with developing substance use disorder across all age groups. A recent study found…
Dilated blood vessels in the lung may explain low oxygen levels in severe cases of COVID-19
A new pilot study suggests that COVID-19 is causing significant dilation of the blood vessels of the lung, specifically the…
Relationship between COVID-19 deaths and morbid obesity
The prevalence of morbid obesity in a population is associated with negative outcomes from COVID-19, according to a new analysis…
Paying attention to the neurons behind our alertness
The neurons of layer 6 – the deepest layer of the cortex – were examined by researchers to uncover how…
New ‘molecular computers’ find the right cells
New nanoscale devices, made of synthetic proteins, have been designed to target a therapeutic agent only to cells with a…
Robotic surgery may improve outcomes in mouth and throat cancer
Robotic surgery for patients with early stage, oropharyngeal squamous cell cancer is associated with improved health outcomes, including better long-term…
Fighting cancer with rejection-resistant, ‘off-the-shelf’ therapeutic T cells
Researchers are developing ready-to-use, off-the-shelf therapeutic T cells. These are genetically engineered T cells that are manufactured from normal, healthy…
Vaccine that harnesses antifungal immunity protects mice from staph infection
Immunization of mice with a new vaccine consisting of fungal particles loaded with Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) proteins protects mice…
Exoskeleton research marches forward with study on fit
Exoskeletons, many of which are powered by springs or motors, can cause pain or injury if their joints are not…
Study finds signs of altruism in people’s COVID-19 worries
A new study demonstrates that people are more concerned about whether their family members could contract COVID-19 or if they…