MEDICINE & HEALTH

3D Printed Wood Now Possible

POLICY 07.12.2019 11:47 AM

A 3D printing process that uses a wood-based ink to produce components with the unique ‘ultrastructure’ of wood has been demonstrated by a group of researchers from Sweden’s Chalmers University.

Genetic Editing May Save HIV Patients

07.12.2019 11:09 AM

HIV patients are now offered a new way to get rid of the virus from their body and genetic editing might be the best thing that will save their lives.

Will they ever wake up? New study on consciousness after brain injury shows ‘maybe’

07.12.2019 10:42 AM

A new study on consciousness could help answer the question “will they ever wake up? “ Acute brain injury can result in significant damage and loss of consciousness, and it may warrant life support and admission to an intensive care unit.

New Study Reveals Obesity could Stem from Genetic Disposition

07.12.2019 10:21 AM

A new study highlights how genetic predisposition could lead to higher rates of weight gain. (Photo : Tumisu ) Since 1975, there has been an influx in the number of obese adults.

New Study Links Brisk Walking to Longevity

07.11.2019 07:59 AM

While exercising, in general, has a positive impact for the human body, walking as part of a person's daily life is revealed to also tip the scales towards a healthier lifestyle that largely affects longevity.

Toxic Algae Closes Mississippi Beaches

07.10.2019 09:04 AM

While the sand on the beaches is still open, the state's DEQ said beachgoers should avoid water contact.

Clinical Analysis Reveals drug Slows down Respiratory Decline

07.10.2019 08:58 AM

The research demonstrates that eteplirsen may slow the rate of respiratory decline and therefore may delay time to milestones of decline

Researchers Find Treatment Targeted at Reducing Symptoms of Psychosis

07.10.2019 08:57 AM

The compelling aspect is that this CNV can be linked to pathophysiology, and, as the new study shows, to treatment

Scientists Discover New Virus-Killing Protein to Destroy Viruses Related to HIV

07.09.2019 19:32 PM

The team found that ZAP no longer inhibit both CpG-enriched HIV and a mouse leukemia virus that has many CpGs

Exercise Brings More Joy than Money, Says Study

07.09.2019 09:30 AM

Scientists say that certain sports that involve socializing can have a positive effect on your mental health.

Scientists Conceive Fast Method for ‘Direct Evolution’ of Molecules

07.09.2019 09:21 AM

The team set up conditions so that the only mutant genes to thrive are the ones encoding proteins capable of accomplishing the desired function within the cells including activating a particular receptor or switching on specific genes

Supplements that Boost Brain Power According to Experts

07.06.2019 10:31 AM

Medical experts pointed out that certain minerals, supplements, and vitamins are important in maintaining brain health.

OHSU Research Could Lead to New Therapies to Heal Nervous System Disorders

07.06.2019 10:18 AM

Researchers discovered an unexpected characteristic such as individual Schwann cells began spreading myelin across many axons

Exceptional Human-on-a-Chip Predicts in Vivo Results Based on in Vitro Model

07.05.2019 08:16 AM

According to the pioneers of the human-on-a-chip in vitro system, they announced the use of its unique multi-organ model to successfully measure the concentration and metabolism of two known cardiotoxic small molecules over time, to accurately describe the drug behavior and toxic effects in vivo. Furthermore, the findings support the potential of body-on-a-chip systems to transform the drug discovery process.

Protein-Linked Sugars are Crucial for the Uptake of Proteins Linked to Parkinson's Disease

07.05.2019 08:14 AM

The accumulation of alpha-synuclein proteins in the brain is the culprit behind the neurogenerative disorder in Parkinson's disease. Current knowledge cannot explain wholly how alpha-synuclein works, but with its impact in neurogenerative diseases, scientists aim to broaden the knowledge scope on Parkinson's disease and find new treatment methods.