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Maddening itch of liver disease comes from a surprising source
Itching sensation originates in the skin cells themselves, after signaling from an excess of lipidCredit: Wolfgang Liedtke, Duke University DURHAM,...
New blueprint of brain connections reveals extensive reach of central regulator
Map of basal ganglia connectivity uncovers key links with implications for range of disordersCredit: Lauren McElvain / Kleinfeld lab /...
Researchers extend the life of a dipolar molecule
Static, long-lasting molecules are key to molecule-based quantum simulation and information processingCredit: Photo courtesy of the Ni group In 2018,...
UCF study shows masks, ventilation stop COVID spread better than social distancing
The results indicate masks and proper ventilation may be key to allowing more capacity in schools, businesses and other indoor...
Humans were apex predators for two million years
What did our ancestors eat during the stone age? Mostly meatCredit: Dr. Miki Ben Dor Researchers at Tel Aviv University...
Story tips: Mighty Mo material, fueling retooling, goods on the move, doubling concrete and more
Credit: ORNL/U.S. Dept. of Energy Manufacturing - Mighty Mo Oak Ridge National Laboratory scientists proved molybdenum titanium carbide, a refractory...
Grant to study misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine in Appalachia
Credit: Alex Crookshanks The saying goes, "You can't believe everything you find on the Internet." As simple as that sounds,...
Grant gives Temple, Case Western scientists chance to study pathway behind heart failure
Credit: Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University Like a bad water pump that fails to circulate coolant in...
Skoltech team used mass spectrometry to study composition of meteorites
Credit: Skoltech Scientists from Russia and Germany studied the molecular composition of carbonaceous chondrites - the insoluble organic matter of...
High expression of cell death genes associated with early death from lung cancer
Credit: Kim Ratliff, Augusta University Patients with a high number of genes most associated with pathways that lead to cell...
New ‘quantum’ approach helps solve an old problem in materials science
Scientists develop a framework based on quantum calculations to solve a long-standing problem in materials scienceCredit: Ryo Maezono from JAIST...
EMS workers 3 times more likely to experience mental health issues
Credit: Syracuse University Lerner Center for Public Health Promotion. Syracuse, N.Y. - Emergency medical service (EMS) workers face triple the...
Development of source technology for the use of wearable devices without recharging
A sponge-type scaffold has been developed through a process involving melting sugar; as it also overcomes performance loss issues, this...
POLST and other advance medical planning should not be a one-time conversation
IU and Regenstrief studies find mismatch between recorded and current treatment preferencesCredit: Regenstrief Institute INDIANAPOLIS -- The high incidence of...
What are forever chemicals, and do they last forever? (video)
Credit: The American Chemical Society WASHINGTON, April 5, 2021 -- Forever chemicals are known for being water-, heat- and oil-resistant,...
Deep dive into key COVID-19 protein is a step toward new drugs, vaccines
Credit: OSU College of Science CORVALLIS, Ore. - Researchers in the Oregon State University College of Science have taken a...
DNA methylation from bacteria & mircobiome using nanopore technology discovered
Credit: Mount Sinai Health System Journal Name: Nature Methods Title of the Article: Discovering multiple types of DNA methylation from...
Science snapshots from Berkeley Lab — April 1, 2021
X-rays accelerate battery R&D; infrared microscopy goes off grid; substrates support 2D techCredit: Jacqueline Orrell/SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory X-Ray Experiments,...
See further: Scientists achieve single-photon imaging over 200km
Credit: LI Zhengping et al. A research team led by Professor PAN Jianwei and Professor XU Feihu from University of...
Distinct Parkinson’s disease symptoms tied to different brain pathways
Identification of neural circuits clarifies motor vs. cognitive symptoms, aiding efforts to improve treatmentsCredit: Lim Lab, UC San Diego Parkinson's...