Researchers are using network science to gain new insights into ‘subfailure’ ligament injuries, which can…
Month: February 2016
Scientists discover genetic changes linked to a major risk factor for blinding trachoma
Another clue to the workings of trachoma – the world’s leading infectious cause of blindness…
Cyber thieves making millions in profits
Cyber thieves who steal credit and debit card numbers are making millions of dollars in…
Care, disease management and sociobehavioral interventions in China and Australia
Australia and China share a number of similar health policy challenges. Both countries are working…
Beavers bring environmental benefits
A study into the ecology and habitat engineering of beavers reintroduced to Scotland has found…
Are we losing the fight against antibiotic resistance?
There is new evidence that antibiotic resistance breaks through environmental and clinical boundaries. The authors…
Brain structural effects of psychopharmacological treatment in bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder is associated with subtle neuroanatomical deficits. This review considers evidence that lithium, mood…
Researchers highlight brain region as ‘ground zero’ of Alzheimer’s disease
A critical but vulnerable region in the brain appears to be the first place affected…
Scientists show how cancerous cells evade a potent targeted therapy
Researchers have discovered how STAT3 behaves in immature myeloid cells known as myeloid-derived suppressor cells…
Adderall misuse rising among young adults
While the number of prescriptions for the stimulant Adderall has remained unchanged among young adults,…