Despite the seemingly pervasive opinion that millennial physicians are more prone to burnout and a lack of empathy compared to…
Evidence that human brains replay our waking experiences while we sleep
When we fall asleep, our brains are not merely offline, they’re busy organizing new memories — and now, scientists have…
More berries, apples and tea may have protective benefits against Alzheimer’s
Older adults with low intake of foods and drinks containing flavonoids, such as berries, apples, and tea, were more likely…
Coronavirus structure clue to high infection rate
Researchers studying the structure of the virus that causes COVID-19 have found a unique feature that could explain why it…
Electrical activity in living organisms mirrors electrical fields in atmosphere
A new study provides evidence for a direct link between electrical fields in the atmosphere and those found in living…
Cellular mechanism involved in Krabbe disease
Researchers determined which cells are involved in Krabbe disease and by which mechanism. They discovered that both myelin-forming cells, or…
Unexpected suspect in age-related macular degeneration
Scientists have identified an unexpected player in the immune reaction gone awry that causes vision loss in patients with age-related…
Novel device to improve performance of underactive bladders
Researchers have developed a new device that can monitor bladder volume in real-time and effectively empty the bladder.
Researchers release COVID-19 symptom tracker app
Early use of the app by more than 2.5 million people in the US and the UK has generated valuable…
Protective shield: How pathogens withstand acidic environments in the body
Certain bacteria, including the dangerous nosocomial pathogen MRSA, can protect themselves from acidic conditions in our body and thus ensure…