A new study of tumor samples from people with the rare genetic syndrome neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) has uncovered novel…
Acaí berry extracts fight malaria in mice
Despite humanity’s best efforts to eradicate malaria, the disease struck more than 200 million people in 2017, according to the…
Diabetes: A next-generation therapy soon available?
Insulin is normally produced by pancreatic beta cells. In many people with diabetes, pancreatic cells are not functional, causing a…
Family members’ emotional attachment limits family firm growth
New research shows family-related considerations often trump a desire to grow and expand in family firms.
Use of social media is taking place both online and offline
Social media has changed how people interact. However, social media use is neither static or specifically linked to certain platforms.…
Oxygen in hyperbaric chamber provides relief after radiotherapy
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) can relieve self-reported symptoms and side-effects of radiotherapy against cancer in the pelvic region, a study…
How age affects perception of white LED light
Although LEDs are increasingly used in low-energy lighting and displays, consumers sometimes find their light harsh or unpleasant. Findings from…
A rat’s brain, on and off methamphetamine
Drug addiction is a vicious cycle of reward and withdrawal. Chronic users often relapse because of the unpleasant physical and…
Brands are resilient against ‘fake news’ on social media
‘Fake news’ stories targeting corporations may be obnoxious, but a new study finds that they likely pose little threat to…
Scientists develop test for uncommon brain diseases
Scientists have developed an ultrasensitive new test to detect abnormal forms of the protein tau associated with uncommon types of…