How many ‘listeners’ a nerve cell has in the brain is strictly regulated. In the environment of learning neurons, certain…
Cocaine addiction: Impact of genetic mutations elucidated
Cocaine addiction is a chronic disorder with a high rate of relapse for which no effective treatment is currently available.…
Comparing face coverings in controlling expired particles
Laboratory tests of surgical and N95 masks show that they do cut down the amount of aerosolized particles emitted during…
What new research reveals about rude workplace emails
A new study finds that rude emails at work can lead to significant distress for employees. Researchers say that ‘active’…
Research challenges conventional wisdom about key autism trait
A new study into the causes of sensorimotor impairments prevalent among autistic people could pave the way for better treatment…
Color-coded biosensor illuminates in real time how viruses attack hosts
All viruses can only do damage by replicating inside the cells of another organism, their host. Researchers have now shown…
Age restrictions for handguns make little difference in homicides, study finds
In the United States, individual state laws barring 18- to 20-year-olds from buying or possessing a handgun make little difference…
During pandemic, racism puts additional stress on Asian Americans
People of Asian ancestry face yet another set of challenges posed by racism and xenophobia which has soared during the…
COVID-19 shapes political approval ratings
During the early days of the pandemic, COVID-19 created a rally effect around political leaders, according to new study. The…
How do Americans view the virus? Anthropology professor examines attitudes, perceptions of COVID-19
A new study looks at how Americans’ attitudes and responses have changed during the time of the pandemic and how…