Researchers have developed a new technology to detect disease biomarkers in the form of nucleic…
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Study finds mechanism by which obesity promotes pancreatic and breast cancer
Investigators may have uncovered a novel mechanism behind the ability of obesity to promote cancer…
Ants were socializing — and sparring — nearly 100 million years ago, study finds
Like people, ants have often fought over food and territory. But ants began fighting long…
Imaging with an ‘optical brush’
A new imaging device has been developed that consists of a loose bundle of optical…
When the boss’s ethical behavior breaks bad
Is your boss ethical? Does he or she do what’s right, as opposed to what’s…
Scientists create ultrathin semiconductor heterostructures for new technologies
Scientists have successfully combined two different ultrathin semiconductors — each just one layer of atoms…
Memory replay prioritizes high-reward memories
Why do we remember some events, places and things, but not others? Our brains prioritize…
Catastrophic failure of South American Ice Age dam changed Pacific Ocean circulation and climate
The catastrophic release of fresh water from a vast south American lake at the end…
Sleep apnea takes a toll on brain function
People with sleep apnea show significant changes in the levels of two important brain chemicals,…
Genome studies can help identify lifestyle risks for diseases
A type of study commonly used to pinpoint genetic variants associated with diseases can also…