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Bethesda, MD (May 7, 2019) -- The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) is thrilled to announce the 52 researchers selected to...

Freshwater mussel shells were material of choice for prehistoric craftsmen

A new study suggests that 6000-years-ago people across Europe shared a cultural tradition of using freshwater mussel shells to craft...

Maternal nut consumption during pregnancy linked to improvements in neurodevelopment in children

Nuts are known to help reduce the risk of hypertension, oxidative stress and diabetes and they may exercise a protective...

Global health benefits of climate action offset costs

Reducing carbon emissions while improving health is economically attractive, study showsThe price tag for cutting global emissions may seem expensive,...

Arsenic in drinking water may change heart structure

Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging Journal Report DALLAS, May 7, 2019 - Drinking water that is contaminated with arsenic may lead to...

New open source software eases the pain of multiple UI designs

Open source software to make user interface design easier for different screens is being launched today The time-consuming and labour-intensive...

Study shows adult tourniquet suitable for school-age children

Nemours' researchers explore military technique due to prevalence of school shootings WILMINGTON, Del. (May 7, 2019) - Researchers with Nemours...

Collision-detecting suitcase, wayfinding app help blind people navigate airports

Researchers seek to increase independence of travelers with vision impairmentsCredit: Carnegie Mellon University PITTSBURGH--Carnegie Mellon University researchers say a smart...

Side-by-side comparison on point of care tests for blood’s ability to clot

Credit: Phil Jones, Senior Photographer, Augusta University AUGUSTA, Ga. (May 7, 2019) - During big procedures like open heart surgery,...

A moody gut often accompanies depression — new study helps explain why

NEW YORK, NY (May 7, 2019)--For people with depression, gastrointestinal distress is a common additional burden, and a new study...

New podcast series highlights human stories behind transformational research

Gain an insight into the fascinating world of research with the How Researchers Changed the World podcast, which launches todayCredit:...

Merging cell datasets, panorama style

Algorithm stitches multiple datasets into a single 'panorama,' which could provide new insights for medical and biological studies. A new...

Transplanting gut bacteria alters depression-related behavior, brain inflammation in animals

CHOP researchers: Knowledge of stress biology may eventually yield bacterial treatments for psychiatric disordersCredit: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Scientists have...

Exploring new treatments for autoimmune diseases

Credit: Michigan Medicine More than 50 million Americans are affected by an autoimmune disease, with women at an increased risk...

Reduction and loss of SNAP benefits tied to increased food insecurity and poor health among working

BOSTON--Families with young children who experienced a reduction or cutoff in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits because of increased...

New molecule maps cerebrovascular system

Peptide developed in Brazil is capable of binding to the blood-brain barrier that protects the central nervous system and could...

When a tree falls in St. Louis, will the power go out?

Geospatial science meets machine learning to improve green spaces and limit power outages from stormsCredit: Saint Louis University In a...

American Association for Thoracic Surgery 99th Annual Meeting

AATS Tip Sheet Important Links Conference Homepage & Program: http://aats.org/annualmeeting Daily News: http://aats.org/dailynews AATS Homepage: http://www.aats.org Webcasts: Webcasts are available...

NOAA announces $94 million ocean exploration institute led by University of Rhode Island

Credit: URI Photo KINGSTON, R.I., - May 6, 2019 - The University of Rhode Island will lead a new $94...

Prostate cancer patients with gene mutation at three times the risk of dying