Multiple neurons in the brain must fire in synchrony to create persistent memories tied to intense emotions, new research has…
Bird droppings carry risk of antibiotic resistance
Engineers analyze the droppings of urban birds and show persistent levels of antibiotic-resistant genes and bacteria that may be transferred…
Researcher develops method for mapping brain cell change, development in mice
Researchers have developed a new method for studying key moments in brain development. Researchers are studying how oxytocin receptor expression…
About nine family members to suffer grief from every COVID-19 fatality
A new study finds that ripple effects from COVID-19 could cast a net of despair that reaches well beyond the…
Cystic fibrosis: Why so many respiratory complications?
Cystic fibrosis causes severe respiratory and digestive disorders. Despite considerable therapeutic advances, this disease still reduces life expectancy, in particular…
Drug that calms ‘cytokine storm’ associated with 45 percent lower risk of dying among COVID-19 patients on ventilators
Patients who received single intravenous dose of tocilizumab were also more likely to leave the hospital or be off ventilator…
Significantly less addictive opioid may slow progression of osteoarthritis while easing pain
A new study reveals that kappa opioids, a significantly less addictive opioid, may preserve cartilage in joints and ease pain.
A micro-lab on a chip detects blood type within minutes
The need to first zero in on a blood group can delay blood transfusions in emergency situations, and this in…
Bright Outdoor Lights Tied to Less Sleep, More Anxiety in Teenagers
The more intense the lighting in teenagers’ neighborhoods, the poorer their sleep and the greater their risk for depression and…
How I Came Out About My Disability
Three writers share how they revealed their disability, to a family member, to a love interest on a dating app…