Fear of predators increases risk of illness
Predators are not only a deadly threat to many animals, they also affect potential prey negatively simply by being nearby. Researchers at Lund University in...
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Linking phenotypes to genotypes: A newly devised gene-editing strategy
Credit: Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience The power and convenience of modern-day word-processing programs, like Microsoft Word, have revolutionized our daily tasks. Need to...
Thorsten Hoppe to present at the 6th Ageing Research for Drug Discovery Forum in Basel
Thorsten Hoppe, Ph.D., Head of the Research Laboratory on Ageing at the CECAD and Institute for Genetics, to present at the 6th Ageing Research for...
New analysis shows drug slows down respiratory decline
Comparison of clinical trial results with prospective natural history data published in the Journal of Neuromuscular Diseases show supportive results for eteplirsen in delaying respiratory...
Ben-Gurion University researchers train dogs to respond to haptic vibration commands
Modified haptic vest has applications for search and rescue, service animal programs -- presented in World Haptic Conference paperCredit: Jonathan Atari BEER-SHEVA, Israel...July 9, 2019...
Luxembourg in a European consortium on diabetic cardiomyopathy
The CARDIATEAM projectCredit: IBBL Type 2 diabetes, a chronic metabolic disorder characterised by hyperglycemia, can contribute to the occurrence of heart failure (HF) in two...
Discovery in mice points to potential treatment for vestibular disorders
Researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine have found a way to regenerate hair cells in the inner ears of mice, allowing the animals...
New antibacterial fillings from Tel Aviv University may combat recurring tooth decay
Novel material may prevent one of the costliest and most prevalent bacterial diseases in the world Tooth decay is among the costliest and most widespread...
NIA awards $4.23 million to establish Cleveland Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center
New center to be one of 31 National Institute on Aging funded centers in the nationCredit: Cleveland Alzheimer's Disease Research Center July 9, 2019, CLEVELAND:...
Mathematical modeling for translational research of new CRSD medication
Systems approach reveals photosensitivity and PER2 level as determinants of clock-modulator efficacyCredit: © KAIST and Pfizer Mathematicians' new modeling has identified major sources of interspecies...
Cyborg-like microchip valve driven by earthworm muscle
Credit: RIKEN Scientists at the RIKEN Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research (BDR) in Japan have developed the first microchip valve powered by living cells. Earthworm...
Smoke from Canadian fires drifts into United States
Credit: NASA Canada has been battling a very active and destructive fire season on multiple fronts this year. A warming climate, very dry environment, and...
Early first pregnancy is the key to successful reproduction of cheetahs in zoos
Credit: Ad Meskens, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=68621350 Cheetah experts in many zoos around the world are at a loss. Despite all their efforts, these cats often do not...
Smartphones as ophthalmoscopes save sight
Cost-effective telemedical eye screening of people with diabetes in IndiaCredit: © Augenklinik / UK Bonn About one in ten people in southern India is diabetic....
Study identifies the best healthy eating nudges
Study of real-life experiments from many disciplines shows the most effective ways restaurants and grocery stores can influence healthy eatingCredit: Pierre Chandon Fontainebleau (France), Singapore,...
