Researchers evaluated several human antibodies to determine the most potent combination to be mixed in a cocktail and used as…
Novel antisense drug shows promise in slowing fatty liver disease
A first-in-class clinical trial suggests a novel treatment measurably slowed progression of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease to its more progressive…
Hurricane season combined with COVID-19 pandemic could create perfect storm
When extreme climate conditions interact with stressors to social systems, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, the consequences could be severe…
Could the cure for IBD be inside your mouth?
A new collaborative study reveals that inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) may be the latest condition made worse by poor oral…
Persistent DNA damage in the placenta affects pregnancy outcomes
Scientists have shown that a dysfunctional placenta can play a previously unrecognized role during the earliest stages of development in…
How does our brain trigger different sighs? New findings could provide answers
One group of neurons controls various types of sighing, but they receive their instructions from different areas of the brain…
Brain research sheds light on the molecular mechanisms of depression
A new study reveals how symptoms indicating depression and anxiety are linked to brain function changes already in healthy individuals.
Endogenous insulin production is preserved in Type 1 diabetes with anti-TNF drug
A study found that a drug called golimumab preserved beta-cell function in children and young adults with newly diagnosed Type…
Simulated sea slug gets addicted to drug
Scientists built a computer model of a simple brain network based on that of a sea slug, taught it how…
Europe Rolls Out Contact Tracing Apps, With Hope and Trepidation
Italy and Germany activated apps this week as tools to avoid a second wave of coronavirus infections, fueling a debate…