Candida albicans is a double agent: In most of us, it lives peacefully, but for…
Month: September 2013
Automated CHICA system makes ADHD diagnosis more accurate
New study finds that using CHICA — Child Health Improvement through Computer Automation — to…
Cheats of the bird world: Cuckoo finches fool host parents
Cuckoo finches that lay more than one egg in their victims’ nests have a better…
Adjusting bacteria in intestines may lead to obesity treatments
A drug that appears to target specific intestinal bacteria in the guts of mice may…
Rare mutations increase risk of late-onset Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers have identified and validated two rare gene mutations that appear to cause the common…
New research shows how heart cells communicate to regulate heart activity
New research is leading to a better understanding of what happens during heart failure, knowledge…
Fusion, anyone? Not quite yet, but scientists show just how close we’ve come
The dream of igniting a self-sustained fusion reaction with high yields of energy, a feat…
Targeted radiation therapy safe, effective treatment for elderly with pancreatic cancer
A highly targeted cancer radiation therapy may offer a safe and effective treatment option for…
Develop after-sex contraceptive pill for routine use, urge researchers: Political opposition biggest hurdle
A contraceptive pill that could be routinely used after, rather than before, sex and fertilization…
Greek crisis has biological health effects
Young adults in Greece suffer more from stress and mental health problems and are less…