Researchers reveal how subanesthetic ketamine, which is used for pain management and as an antidepressant in humans, is effective in…
Timothy Ray Brown, First Patient Cured of H.I.V., Dies at 54
Known initially as the “Berlin Patient,” he underwent an experimental stem cell transplant 13 years ago that rid his body…
Timothy Ray Brown, First Patient Cured of H.I.V., Dies at 54
Known initially as the “Berlin Patient,” he underwent an experimental stem cell transplant 13 years ago that rid his body…
Rapeseed instead of soy burgers: Researchers identify a new source of protein for humans
Rapeseed has the potential to replace soy as the best plant-based source of protein for humans. In a current study,…
Delirium a key sign of COVID-19 in frail, older people
A new analysis, using information from the COVID Symptom Study app and patients admitted to St Thomas’ Hospital in London,…
The ancient Neanderthal hand in severe COVID-19
Genetic variants that leave their carrier more susceptible to severe COVID-19 are inherited from Neanderthals, a new study finds.
New discovery helps researchers rethink organoid cultures
Organoids are stem cell-based tissue surrogates that can mimic the structure and function of organs, and they have become a…
‘Liking’ an article online may mean less time spent reading it
When people have the option to click ‘like’ on a media article they encounter online, they spend less time actually…
A first in-depth look at the latent virus reservoir of individuals living with HIV
Scientists have mapped out an atlas of the reservoir cells of eight individuals living with HIV, which they recently reported.
Counties with persistent poverty rates experience higher rates of cancer deaths
Residents of counties that experience persistent poverty face a disproportionately high risk of cancer mortality.