When it comes to accurately flagging hate speech on social media, context matters, says a new study aimed at reducing…
Among older adults, statin use tied to decreased risk of early death
Researchers are shedding new light on the role statins may play for older adults who have not yet experienced a…
Sensory neurons outside the brain drive autistic social behaviors, study suggests
A new study lends further evidence that the social behaviors tied to autism spectrum disorders (ASD) emerge from abnormal function…
Scientists use nanoparticle-delivered gene therapy to inhibit blinding eye disease in rodents
In experiments in rats and mice, two scientists — an engineer and an ophthalmologist — report the successful use of…
COVID-related discrimination disproportionately impacts racial minorities, study shows
A new study reveals that discrimination against people thought to have COVID-19, even if they weren’t infected, peaked in April…
Dogs May Be Good for Children’s Psychological Development
Compared to young children without dogs, those who had them were less likely to have conduct problems or problems relating…
A Shot to Protect Against H.I.V.
A drug injected every two months is more effective at preventing H.I.V. infection than a daily pill, scientists report.
Nutrients in microalgae: An environmentally friendly alternative to fish
Microalgae could provide an alternative source of healthy omega-3 fatty acids for humans while also being more environmentally friendly to…
Repurposing public health systems to decode COVID-19
New research describes how national surveillance systems can be linked with the UK Biobank. This pooled data could then be…
Measuring tape is a critical tool for following Zika virus-exposed children
A simple measuring tape could be the key to identifying which children could develop neurological and developmental abnormalities from Zika…