National Institutes of Health researchers have discovered a gene in mice that controls the craving for fatty and sugary foods…
Virus that causes COVID-19 puts a plug in cellular defenses
One of the novel coronavirus’ most insidious tricks is that it can block the ability of cells to produce protective…
Mystery molecule in bacteria is revealed to be a guard
Unusual structures in bacterial cells keep viral infection from spreading; a list of new ones could provide improved biotech tools.
COVID-19: Enzyme targeted by virus also influences gut inflammation
An enzyme that helps COVID-19 (coronavirus) infect the body also plays a role in inflammation and patient outcomes in inflammatory…
Children produce different antibodies in response to SARS-CoV-2
Compared with adults, children produce a very different antibody response after infection with the new coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, suggesting they clear…
Most humans are vulnerable to type 2 diabetes
Scientists have found that insulin has met an evolutionary cul-de-sac, limiting its ability to adapt to obesity and thereby rendering…
Discovery of shape of the SARS-CoV-2 genome after infection could inform new COVID-19 treatments
Scientists have uncovered how the genome of SARS-CoV-2 — the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 — uses genome origami to infect…
Boosting treatments for metastatic melanoma
Clinician-scientists say that new findings might have identified a treatment-boosting drug to enhance effectiveness of therapies for metastatic cancer and…
Researchers study strength-training gender gap, possible solutions
Strength training is an important part of any exercise routine, but some women may not be getting the recommended hours.…
Resensitizing ‘last-resort’ antibiotics for treatment of infections
A research team discovers that by repurposing an antirheumatic gold drug, auranofin (AUR), ‘last-resort’ antibiotics can be resensitized for treatment…