Health
Genome sequencing lab awarded international quality stamp
The University of Edinburgh's DNA sequencing facility has received an internationally-recognised accreditation to mark the quality of its genome analysis...
How does dark play impact the effectiveness of serious video games?
Credit: Mary Ann Liebert Inc., publishers New Rochelle, NY, April 15, 2019--A new study has shown that allowing "dark play"...
China, India economic development key to achieving MDG for safe drinking water
Tokyo - The United Nations Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) attempted from 2000 to 2015 produced mixed and debatable results. But...
Scanning for cancer treatment
Researchers combine CRISPR gene-editing technology with drug discovery to understand why treatment works (or doesn't)Credit: The Armed Forces Institute of...
New study reveals ‘silence’ around suicide in young people
Credit: University of Stirling Mental health professionals treating children and young people with suicidal feelings should refer to 'suicide' explicitly...
Irregular schedules raise risk of injury for miners working long hours
Numerous studies have reported on the association between long work shifts and an increased risk of getting injured on the...
RNA transport in neurons — Staufen2 detects its target transcripts in a complex manner
Credit: © Helmholtz Zentrum Muenchen A team of scientists from Helmholtz Zentrum München and the University of Ulm has discovered...
Diet during development affects mating habits, insect study shows
An animal's choice of mate can be influenced by its diet as it reaches sexual maturity, research has shown. The...
What happens in the bodies of ALS patients?
Scientists from TU Dresden find ways to reduce the number of dying neurons and search for therapeutic approaches to treat...
Tel Aviv University scientists print first 3D heart using patient’s biological materials
Engineered heart completely matches the immunological, cellular, biochemical and anatomical properties of the patientCredit: Advanced Science. © 2019 The Authors....
NTU Singapore scientists invent handheld device for quick monitoring of drinking water quality
Device inspired by human body's metal sensing mechanismCredit: NTU Singapore Scientists from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have developed...
Cell-type specific mechanism for formation and retrieval of cocaine-associated memories
Credit: Kanazawa University The environmental context in which addicts experience the rewarding effects of cocaine can readily elicit cocaine-associated memories....
Sniffing pleasant odors may decrease cigarette craving
Novel strategy could be useful component of comprehensive smoking cessation plan, study says WASHINGTON -- Smokers who are trying to...
Turning silenced cancer genes back into fighters
Targeting protein known as UHRF1 may shrink tumors by restoring aberrant gene regulation in cancer cellsCredit: Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer...
90 percent of teens killed by an intimate partner are girls
Study in JAMA Pediatrics looks at intimate partner violence among teens Intimate partner homicide among teens does occur and 90...
Crohn’s disease research set to benefit from £1.8m funding boost
An international philanthropic trust has awarded significant funding to aid scientists' understanding of the currently incurable condition known as Crohn's...
Developing a vaccine against Nipah virus
PHILADELPHIA -- Nipah virus is a type of RNA virus transmitted from animals to humans. The infection causes severe respiratory...
FDA added sugar label could be a cost-effective way to improve health, generate savings
Model estimates prevention of nearly 1 million cases of cardiometabolic disease, billions of dollars in savings in first 20 years...
Labeling added sugars content on packaged foods and beverages could lower heart disease/diabetes risk and cut healthcare costs
DALLAS, April 15, 2019 -- A label showing added sugars content on all packaged foods and sugary drinks could have...
National poll: Most parents concerned about safety of teens using ride-sharing services
1 in 8 parents say their minor-aged teen has used a rideshare service despite rules banning it; top parent concerns...
