The early days of the COVID-19 pandemic contributed to negative mental health effects for many in the U.S., according to…
New study explores if flirting is real and shows it can work
Misunderstandings about flirting can potentially result in awkwardness or even accusations of sexual harassment. How can we figure out what…
Fast and efficient method to produce red blood cells developed
Researchers have developed a faster and more efficient way to manufacture red blood cells that cuts down on cell culture…
Bioactive nano-capsules to hijack cell behavior
Many diseases are caused by defects in signaling pathways of body cells. In the future, bioactive nanocapsules could become a…
Painless paper patch test for glucose levels uses microneedles
Researchers have developed a microneedle patch for monitoring glucose levels using a paper sensor. The device painlessly monitors fluid in…
Embryos taking shape via buckling
The embryo of an animal first looks like a hollow sphere. Invaginations then appear at different stages of development, which…
Touch-and-know: Brain activity during tactile stimuli reveals hand preferences in people
Scientists show that it is possible to distinguish between left-handed and right-handed people by noninvasively monitoring just their brain activity…
Imaging agent spotlights inflammation
Researchers have created a new PET imaging agent that detects signs of inflammation. Such a tracer could aid diagnosis and…
Tiny antibody component highly effective against SARS-COV-2 in animal studies
Scientists have isolated the smallest biological molecule to date that completely and specifically neutralizes the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which is the…
As domestic violence spikes, many victims and their children have nowhere to live
COVID-19 has left many victims of domestic violence facing difficulties feeding their children and accessing services for safe housing, transportation…