New findings could lead to a non-invasive test allowing expecting mothers to learn the sex…
Month: January 2012
Smaller sibling protein calls the shots in cell division
Scientists have found at least one instance when the smaller sibling gets to call the…
Anti-sense might make sense for treating liver cancer
A new study shows that it is possible to selectively target and block a particular…
New forms of torture leave ‘invisible scars,’ say researchers
Use of torture around the world has not diminished but the techniques used have grown…
Pirfenidone for the lungs: Extent of added benefit assessed
Pirfenidone inhibits the development of inflammation and scarring in lung tissue and has been approved…
‘BINGO!’ game helps researchers study perception deficits
Bingo, a popular activity in nursing homes, senior centers and assisted-living facilities, has benefits that…
Females may be more susceptible to infection during ovulation
A woman’s ovarian cycle plays a role in susceptibility to infection, according to new research….
A shot of young stem cells made rapidly aging mice live much longer and healthier
Mice bred to age too quickly seemed to have sipped from the fountain of youth…
Alzheimer’s damage occurs early
The first changes in the brain of a person with Alzheimer’s disease can be observed…
Potential boost for IVF success
A new technique has already been successfully used in mice to identify embryos likely to…