Griffith unlocking the secrets to Strep A virulence
Griffith University researchers have unlocked one of the secrets as to why some forms of Strep A are associated with severe invasive infection. Credit: Griffith Univeristy...
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Surface-lattice-confinement effect accelerate hydrogen spillover
Hydrogen spillover depicts the dynamic migration of surface adsorbed hydrogen species from hydrogen-rich sites to hydrogen-poor sites. It plays an important role in many H-involving reaction...
The ants go marching … methodically
When strolling through an unfamiliar grocery store, you may find yourself methodically walking down each aisle to ensure you find everything you need without crossing...
Endangered Bahamas bird may be lost from island following hurricane
The endangered Bahama Warbler may be surviving on just one island following Hurricane Dorian’s devastation in 2019, according to researchers at the University of East...
Researchers successfully prevent peanut allergic reactions in mice, blocking onset in its tracks
An allergen-specific inhibitor devised by researchers at the University of Notre Dame and the Indiana University School of Medicine has successfully prevented potentially life-threatening allergic...
Physiological basis of yield in cotton: New “focus on cotton” webcast
As the most commonly used natural fiber, cotton is a vital and versatile crop worldwide—grown for fiber, food, and even fuel. However, cotton production has...
Single-dose treatment reduces risk of COVID-19 hospitalization by half for high-risk patients in a largely vaccinated population
(Toronto, Feb. 8, 2023) – A single-dose of the antiviral drug peginterferon lambda reduced by half the risk of hospitalization or a visit to the...
Uncovering bacteria survival strategies
Bacteria that develop genetic resistance to antibiotics cause millions of human deaths annually. Yet genetic resistance is only one way bacteria can survive antibiotics.Credit: Texas...
Aging | Body weight influences musculoskeletal adaptation to running in aging mice
“ differentially alters bone parameters depending on body weight ”Credit: 2022 Kitase et al. “ differentially alters bone parameters depending on body weight ” BUFFALO,...
Therapeutic targeting of the microbiome for neurodevelopmental disorders
The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (BBRF) is hosting a free webinar, “Therapeutic Targeting of the Microbiome for Neurodevelopmental Disorders” on Tuesday, February 14, 2023,...
Air pollution linked with blood pressure in London teens
In a new analysis involving adolescents living in London, exposure to higher levels of the pollutant nitrogen dioxide was associated with lower systolic blood pressure,...
We still don’t know which factors most affect cognitive decline as we age
A new analysis explores relative statistical associations between various life factors and cognitive decline in elderly Americans, highlighting gaps in knowledge needed to reduce cognitive...
Scripps Research Professor Jeffery Kelly awarded 2023 Wolf Prize in Chemistry
LA JOLLA, CA — Jeffery Kelly, PhD, the Lita Annenberg Hazen Professor of Chemistry at Scripps Research, has been awarded the distinguished 2023 Wolf Prize...
A culturally adapted online experience improves type 2 diabetes nutrition education for American Indians and Alaska Natives
Philadelphia, February 8, 2023 – American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) have traditional food and nutrition practices that support holistic health. However, these traditional practices...
Sanghani Center research takes new approach to analyze depression, anxiety from Reddit posts to provide better care, lower suicide rate
Suicide, the 10th leading cause of death for adults in the United States and the third leading cause of death among kids ages 10 to...
