Advanced technologies that read long strings of DNA can produce flawed data that could affect genetic studies, research suggests.
Human mutation rate has slowed recently
Researchers have discovered that the human mutation rate is significantly slower than for our closest primate relatives. The new knowledge…
Having stressed out ancestors improves immune response to stress
Having ancestors who were frequently exposed to stressors can improve one’s own immune response to stressors, according to researchers. The…
Increasing skepticism against robots
In Europe, people are more reserved regarding robots than they were five years ago.
Synthetic flaxseed derivative helps heart function in septic mice
Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that develops in response to infection. One of its major complications is cardiovascular dysfunction. Now,…
Human respiratory viruses continue to spread in wild chimpanzees
Less than two years after the first report of wild chimpanzees in Uganda dying as a result of a human…
Concussions linked to epilepsy development
Experiments show a strong relationship between changes in astrocytes after mild traumatic brain injury and the eventual occurrence of a…
New genes associated with the leading cause of blindness
A new study identifies genes associated with Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) that could represent new targets for future drug development.
Exercise before surgery can protect both muscle and nerves, study suggests
Exercise can protect both muscle and nerves from damage caused by the restoration of blood flow after injury or surgery,…
Cause of bone loss in joint implant patients uncovered in new study
Researchers have discovered the long-sought reason that many people with joint replacements experience harmful inflammation and bone loss. Their finding…