Researchers report that, for a bacterial pathogen already resistant to an antibiotic, prolonged exposure to that antibiotic not only boosted…
Open access hardware and 3D printing can help tackle demand for health supplies
Free open source hardware and 3D printing could help to alleviate the burden of Covid-19 on global health systems, according…
Soil component in wounds can help stem deadly bleeding
New research shows for the first time that soil silicates — the most abundant material on the Earth’s crust —…
Scientists unveil how general anesthesia works
The discovery of general anesthetics — compounds which induce unconsciousness, prevent control of movement and block pain — helped transform…
Parkinson’s disease may start in the gut
Researchers have mapped out the cell types behind various brain disorders. The findings offer a roadmap for the development of…
Researchers’ method holds promise for brain study, better tests for viruses
Researchers have developed a promising method for remotely stimulating activity in deep brain regions, advancing understanding of how molecules act…
Light-based deep brain stimulation relieves symptoms of Parkinson’s disease
Biomedical engineers have used light-based deep brain stimulation to treat motor dysfunction in an animal model of Parkinson’s disease. Succeeding…
Beta cells from stem cells: Potential for cell replacement therapy
Researchers have developed an improved pluripotent stem cell differentiation protocol to generate beta cells in vitro with superior glucose response…
Early high school start times adversely affect attendance
A new study finds that earlier high school start times can have significant adverse consequences for students, including increased rates…
Coupled magnetic materials show interesting properties for quantum applications
Researchers have uncovered a novel way in which the excitations of magnetic spins in two different thin films can be…