The 1918 influenza pandemic was the deadliest event in human history (50 million or more deaths, equivalent in proportion to…
She Had Pain in Her Knee but No Obvious Injury. Why?
An 11-year-old athlete was suffering from pain, but all her tests kept coming back negative. What was going on?
She Had Pain in Her Knee but No Obvious Injury. Why?
An 11-year-old athlete was suffering from pain, but all her tests kept coming back negative. What was going on?
Mathematician identifies new tricks for the old arch in our foot
Walking and running subjects our feet to forces in excess of body weight. The longitudinal arch of the feet was…
New study allows brain and artificial neurons to link up over the web
Research on novel nanoelectronics devices has enabled brain neurons and artificial neurons to communicate with each other over the Internet.
Poor cleaning can jeopardize sterilization of medical tools
Vaporized hydrogen peroxide (VHP) failed to completely sterilize surgical tools 76% of the time when the tools were soiled with…
Nanosize device ‘uncloaks’ cancer cells in mice and reveals them to the immune system
Scientists report they have designed and successfully tested an experimental, super small package able to deliver molecular signals that tag…
Scientists discover new clue behind age-related diseases and food spoilage
Scientists have made a surprising discovery that could help explain our risk for developing chronic diseases or cancers as we…
Fur-friendly ‘wearable for pets’ and their humans
Researchers have invented a new health tracking sensor for pets and people that monitors vital signs through fur or clothing.
Tone down your risk of skin cancer
Social media smarts could make you less susceptible to skin cancer as new research shows that media literacy skills can…