Monarch butterfly declines cannot be attributed merely to declines in milkweed abundance, researchers report. The…
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3-D visualization of the pancreas: New tool in diabetes research
Researchers have created datasets that map the three-dimensional distribution and volume of the insulin-producing cells…
Study finds little consistency in doctor reviews on three physician rating websites
When looking for a doctor, many consumers turn to websites that post physician ratings and…
Model of anorexia nervosa created using stem cells
An international research team has created the first cellular model of anorexia nervosa (AN), reprogramming…
Low levels of ‘anti-anxiety’ hormone linked to postpartum depression
In a small-scale study of women with previously diagnosed mood disorders, researchers report that lower…
Immune molecule protects against Zika virus infection in animal models
A molecule naturally produced by the immune system protects mice and monkeys against Zika virus…
Topical curcumin gel effective in treating burns and scalds
What is the effect of Topical Curcumin Gel for treating burns and scalds? In a…
Old gut stem cells made to grow like young ones in a dish
Intestines experience a lot of wear and tear. Without the stalwart stem cells that live…
Did humans create the Sahara desert?
New research investigating the transition of the Sahara from a lush, green landscape 10,000 years…
Antibiotics not effective for clinically infected eczema in children
Estimates suggest that 40 percent of eczema flares are treated with topical antibiotics, but findings…