Children with elevated levels of callous traits — such as a lack of remorse and disregard for other people’s feelings…
Physical activity in the evening does not cause sleep problems
Contrary to popular belief, there is no reason to avoid exercising in the evening, an analysis of the scientific literature…
Large restaurant portions a global problem, study finds
A multi-country study finds that large portion sizes in fast food and full service restaurants is not a problem unique…
New techniques better determine how ancient viral DNA influences human genes
New laboratory techniques can identify which of our genes are influenced by DNA snippets that are left behind in our…
Septin proteins act as cellular police to identify, imprison and kill ‘superbug’ Shigella
A protein family found naturally in our cells could help stop the spread of dangerous drug resistant infections by using…
Probiotics could help millions of patients suffering from bipolar disorder
About 3 million people in the US are diagnosed every year with bipolar disorder, a psychiatric condition characterized by dramatic…
Vaccine could help address the opioid epidemic
Synthetic psychoactive drugs have become a serious public health threat in recent years. This is particularly true of the fentanyls,…
How parents protect children from the long-term effects of stress
When young children experience violence or poverty, the effect can last well into adulthood. But new research suggests that a…
Ingestible capsule can be controlled wirelessly
Researchers have designed an ingestible capsule that can be controlled using Bluetooth wireless technology. Their capsule, which can be customized…
Scientists create most accurate tool yet developed to predict asthma in young children
Scientists have created and tested a decision tool that appears to be the most accurate, non-invasive method yet developed to…