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Animal models can’t ‘tune out’ stimuli, mimicking sensory hypersensitivity in humans
Mice genetically engineered to mimic a type of autism in humans, fragile X syndrome, are…
Western diet increases Alzheimer’s pathology in genetically predisposed mice
Obese mice with a particular version of a gene strongly associated with Alzheimer’s disease in…
Report outlines strategies to address ethnic health care disparities
An analysis of survey data from participants in the Massachusetts General Hospital-based Disparities Leadership Program…
Low levels of vitamin A may fuel TB risk
People with low levels of vitamin A living with individuals sick with tuberculosis may be…
Researchers find glass eels use internal compass to find their way home
Scientists are closer to unraveling the long-standing mystery of how tiny glass eel larvae, which…
Mixing booze, pot is a serious threat to traffic safety
Use of marijuana in combination with alcohol by drivers is especially dangerous, according to a…
Sexual stereotypes can lead to unhealthy sexual relationships
Female college students who believe women are subservient and who endorse music media’s degradation of…
Cellular sweet spot found in skin-cancer battle
A team of researchers has pinpointed a sugar modification in cells that spurs the spread…
Researchers identify inhibitor that overcomes drug resistance in prostate cancer
A newly discovered epigenetic mechanism can lead to the development of castration-resistant prostate cancer, new…