Major breakthrough produces first-ever rheumatoid arthritis vaccine
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that affects up to 1% of the global population and approximately 1.3 million people in the US.
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Researchers Use Egg Whites to Remove Salt and Microplastics from Seawater
The material is an aerogel, a lightweight and porous material that can be used in many types of applications including water filtration.
Groundbreaking AI-powered system designs novel cancer drug in 30 days
The drug has the potential to be a new therapy for a variety of cancers, including breast, lung, and pancreatic cancer.
Colds and flu can be prevented with a common mineral supplement, study finds
A new meta-analysis of 28 randomized controlled trials has now strengthened the notion that supplementing zinc could prevent symptoms.
Breakthrough transparent solar cells generate power 1000x more efficiently
A team of researchers has developed a highly transparent solar cell using a 2D atomic sheet that could change the perception of solar energy
Major breakthrough finds most accurate predictor of human intelligence
To understand the remarkable cognitive abilities that underlie intelligence, scientists look to their biological foundations in the brain.
International team of researchers discover the cause of lupus
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease which causes inflammation in organs and joints, affects movement and the skin, and causes fatigue.
New gene-editing technique could reverse vision loss and blindness in humans
Researchers in China have successfully restored the vision of mice with retinitis pigmentosa, one of the major causes of blindness in humans
Attending live sport improves wellbeing and reduces loneliness, study finds
Attending live sporting events has been found to improve levels of wellbeing and reduce feelings of loneliness, according to new research
New research reveals the surprising global impact of insomnia
The consequences of insomnia go well beyond the individual, with cascading effects on families, employers and global economies.
A giant planet is hiding in our solar system according to scientists
The Solar System is a dynamic environment, teeming with millions of celestial bodies in constant motion. From planets to moons and comets.
What's your dog's age in human years? New UCSD formula is far more accurate
For years, dog owners have used the rule of thumb that one dog year equals seven human years to estimate their pet's age in human years.
Do electrons actually spin? Here's why the answer is really important
Deep inside all matter in the universe, electrons are buzzing around and behaving as if they are spinning around on their axes like tops.
You can power your home for days using half the water you need to flush the toilet
I wanted to replace all the diesel generators in New Caledonia and all the remote areas that didn't need to rely on dirty diesel.
Two FDA-approved drugs combine to dramatically reduce lung cancer tumors
Cancer treatments have been evolving towards personalization, tailored to specific genetic and molecular patterns of individual tumors.
Scientists develop the first-ever eco-friendly, biodegradable, biorecyclable glass
Researchers have developed an eco-friendly glass of biological origin made from biologically derived amino acids or peptides.
Common cold can give children immunity against COVID-19, study finds
During the pandemic medical doctors and researchers noticed that children and adolescents infected with COVID-19 became less ill than adults
First-ever mobile app developed to cure tinnitus
After two decades of searching for a cure for tinnitus researchers announced promising results from a trial of a new app-based therapy.
MIT scientists extract CO2 straight out of seawater to save the oceans
As CO2 builds up in the Earth’s atmosphere, research teams around the world have spent years seeking ways to remove the gas efficiently.
Innovative new technology will heat and cool your house at half the price
Imagine if you could heat or cool your home just by plucking the desired comfort level out of the air. Literally.
mRNA vaccines key to eradicate pancreatic cancer, studies find
Researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center are exploring mRNA vaccines as a new treatment option for pancreatic cancer.
Common chemical found in coffee linked to Parkinson’s, cancer and heart disease
A common and widely used chemical may be fueling the rise of the world’s fastest growing brain condition – Parkinson’s disease.
Artificial pancreas revolutionizes blood sugar control for kids with type 1 diabetes
The artificial pancreas has an insulin pump that uses advanced control algorithms based on the person’s glucose-monitoring information.
Lifechanging research identifies new ways to prevent liver cancer
Findings suggest that it may be possible to prevent the development of liver cancer—the fourth-leading cause of cancer death worldwide.
'Natural Killer Cells' deliver spectacular results as new cancer therapy
The Einstein research team used different human immune cells known as natural killer (NK) cells—producing dramatic results.
Scientists discover the cause of the Black Death
The origins of the Black Death has long been debated with one of the most popular theories supporting its source in East Asia / China.
Paralyzed people can now walk again thanks to first-ever spinal cord implant
To walk, the brain broadcasts commands through descending pathways that cascade from the brainstem to activate these neurons.
Gamechanging rotator cuff treatment regenerates and protects shoulder muscle from reinjury
Tears of the major tendons in the shoulder joint, commonly called the rotator cuff, are common injuries in adults.
'One in a million' molecule could be the solution for drug-resistant epilepsy
Researchers found a molecule that could be a target for treatment in patients who have become resistant to traditional anti-seizure drugs
‘The Last of Us’ for amphibians: Scientists trace emergence of fungus threatening Africa
Scientists are concerned about a fungus that has been detrimental for amphibians worldwide and is contributing to a loss of biodiversity.
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