At a time when several states are moving to legalize recreational use of marijuana, new research shows that concerns about…
Memory of last meal influences when, how much rats eat next
Researchers have identified cells in the brains of male rats that appear to control future food intake by preserving memories…
Diving deeper into developmental dyslexia
Men with dyslexia have altered structural connections between the thalamus and auditory cortex on the left side of the brain,…
Dementia: New culprit and potential treatment target
A study shows people with the worst memory problems also had the most leakage in their brain’s blood vessels —…
Genetically modified food opponents know less than they think, research finds
People most opposed to genetically modified foods think they know the most about them, but actually know the least, new…
Long-acting contraceptive designed to be self-administered via microneedle patch
A new long-acting contraceptive designed to be self-administered by women may provide a new family planning option, particularly in developing…
When the body’s in overdrive, this liver hormone puts the brakes on metabolism
Researchers have identified a hormone produced by the liver that tells the body to downshift its metabolism when it’s expending…
Researchers identify long-sought activator of sigma receptors in human cells
Cells communicate through complex mechanisms that typically involve receptors and ligands that bind to them. Endogenous ligands have been identified…
Gut microbes from healthy infants block milk allergy development in mice
New research suggests that the gut microbiome may help prevent the development of cow’s milk allergy. Scientists found that gut…
DNA origami: A precise measuring tool for optimal antibody effectiveness
Using DNA origami — DNA-based design of precise nanostructures — scientists have been able to demonstrate the most accurate distance…