Administering medications through the nose as an alternative to injections or IVs is becoming increasingly…
New method can model chemistry in extreme magnetic fields of white dwarfs
Approximately 10-20 percent of white dwarfs exhibit strong magnetic fields, which can reach up to…
Poor sleep in anxiety, depression may make it harder to see positive
The dorsal anterior cingulate cortex may have to work harder to modify negative emotional responses…
Better living through pressure: Functional nanomaterials made easy
Using pressure instead of chemicals, nanoparticles have been fabricated into nanowire arrays similar to those…
Signs point to reduced drinking by pregnant women
The signage varies but the message is working. Drinking by pregnant women is down 11…
Scientists discover gene that influences grain yield
A gene that influences grain yield in grasses related to food crops has been discovered…
Well-kept vacant lots can help reduce crime
Maintaining the yards of vacant properties helps reduce crime rates in urban neighborhoods, indicates a…
Sea scorpions: The original sea monster
Related to both modern scorpions and horseshow crabs, sea scorpions had thin, flexible bodies. Some…
Cytokine controls immune cells that trigger inflammatory bowel disease, study finds
A certain cytokine, or small protein that helps cells communicate during immune responses, can control…
Master detox molecule boosts immune defenses
Scientists have discovered an unknown molecular mechanism promoting the activation of the human immune system….