A study finds that neurodevelopmental scores and gray matter volumes at age two years did not differ between children who…
New synthetic DNA vaccine against Powassan virus
Scientists have designed and tested the first-of-its-kind synthetic DNA vaccine against Powassan virus (POWV), targeting portions of the virus envelope…
Healthcare app reduces symptoms of COPD compared to regular treatment
A new healthcare app that helps people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) manage their condition can speed up recovery…
Aspirin use best for those with high coronary calcium, low risk of bleeding
An X-ray test commonly used to assess hardening of the arteries could help doctors decide whether the benefits of taking…
Clinical trial indicates monoclonal antibody lowered hospitalizations and emergency visits
COVID-19 (coronavirus) patients who were administered a novel antibody had fewer symptoms and were less likely to require hospitalization or…
Mothers pass on allergies to offspring
Maternal antibodies primed to react to specific allergens can cross the placenta, passing on transiently allergic reactions to offspring, according…
A new way to create a spectrum of natural-looking hair colors
Northwestern University researchers have developed a new way to create a spectrum of natural-looking hair colors, ranging from blond to…
Compression garments reduce strength loss after training
Regular training enhances your strength, but recovery is equally important. Elastic bandages and compression garments are widely used in sports…
Malaria parasites adapt to survive the dry season
The main parasite that causes malaria can alter its gene expression to survive undetected in the human blood stream, new…
Beetroot peptide as potential drug candidate for treating diseases
Medical researchers isolated a peptide (small protein molecule) from beetroot. The peptide is able to inhibit a particular enzyme that…