In an effort to identify a simple, reliable way to track the course of nasal…
Month: June 2016
Modeling the correct doses for disease-fighting drugs
In treating diseases with drugs, dosing is critical; too little is ineffective, while too much…
New compound shows potential for triple-negative breast cancer
A promising new compound has been identified for targeting one of the most aggressive types…
Scientists observe supermassive black hole feeding on cold gas
For the first time, astronomers have detected billowy clouds of cold, clumpy gas streaming toward…
How altered gut microbes cause obesity
Obesity is linked to changes in our gut microbes — the trillions of tiny organisms…
New chromosome origin element identified
Scientists have discovered a new essential sequence within bacterial genomes required for DNA replication —…
Constipated? Study finds surprising cause
A new study has shown a surprising link between constipation and herpes infection. The finding…
Single strain of plague bacteria sparked multiple historical and modern pandemics
A single entry of the plague bacterium into Europe was responsible for the Black Plague…
Cloudy days on exoplanets may hide atmospheric water
Astronomers have found many hot Jupiters with water in their atmospheres, but others appear to…
Permaculture movement found lacking in diversity
Permaculture is a grassroots movement whose participants attempt to live in a sustainable way, taking…