In an advance that could lead to new treatments for lung disease, researchers have now designed an inhalable form of…
New mechanism to ‘activate’ the immune system against cancer
A new mechanism for activating the immune system against cancer cells allows immune cells to detect and destroy cancer cells…
Our bodies may cure themselves of diabetes in the future
Diabetes is caused by damaged or non-existing insulin cells inability to produce insulin, a hormone that is necessary in regulating…
A new hope in treating neurodegenerative disease
Researchers have clarified the fundamentals of coiled toxin protein which causes neurodegenerative brain disorders. The result is expected to speed…
Fungi cause brain infection and impair memory in mice
Researchers report that the fungus Candida albicans can cross the blood-brain barrier and trigger an inflammatory response that results in…
Essential amino acid in humans, methionine, controls cell growth
A recent study from the Laxman lab elucidates how a small metabolite and amino acid, methionine, acts as a growth…
Obsessive compulsive symptoms in youth may be a red flag for other psychological issues
Engaging in repetitive and ritualistic behaviors is part of typical child development. However, behaviors that develop into obsessive and compulsive…
Service-learning initiative to teach hands-only CPR to high school students is successful
PumpStart, a community service-learning program created by students, that teaches hands-only CPR to the general public, is effective for both…
Genetic testing does not cause undue worry for breast cancer patients
As genetic testing for breast cancer has become more complex, evaluating a panel of multiple genes, it introduces more uncertainty…
Recurrent miscarriage linked to faulty sperm
Multiple miscarriages may be linked to the poor quality of a man’s sperm, suggests new research.