Clinical cancer trial results in 100% remission in every patient
The MSK clinical trial was investigating — for the first time ever — if immunotherapy alone could beat rectal cancer that had not spread.
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Scientists solve the mystery of why T. rex had such short arms
Rather than asking what the T. rex’s short arms evolved to do, The question should be what benefit do those arms have for the whole animal?
Aging researchers have discovered the Fountain of Youth
As we age, our bones become thinner, we suffer fractures more often, and bone-diseases such as osteoporosis are more likely to occur.
Can smoking cessation drugs reduce alcohol intake -- unexpected findings
The investigators recruited volunteers who self-identified as engaging in risky drinking and daily smoking. They were followed for 12 months
Study finds that gold may hold the secret to treating inflammatory bowel disease
Researchers from China explored a treatment for Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) using ultrasmall Au25 – gold - nanoparticles.
Amazing new software can edit computer images through the power of human thoughts
We can make a computer edit images entirely based on thoughts generated by human subjects. Nobody has ever done this before.
Identifying bird species by sound, an app opens new avenues for citizen science
The BirdNET app, a free machine-learning powered tool that can identify over 3,000 birds by simply recording sounds.
40 year old mystery regarding light and black holes finally solved
In the vicinity of black holes, space is so warped that even light rays may curve around them several times.
Thermal camouflage technology makes soldiers nearly invisible
The Kit 300 camouflage technology consists of a sheet made from thermal visual concealment material that makes soldiers nearly undetectable.
Harvard researchers discover the cause of multiple sclerosis and how to prevent it
Multiple sclerosis (MS), a progressive disease that affects 2.8 million people worldwide and for which there is no definitive cure.
Scientists invent ‘quantum Pied Piper’ that can make particles of light move together
Physicists have invented a “quantum flute” that, like the Pied Piper, can coerce particles of light to move together in a new way.
Protein found to predict future diabetes risk and death from cancer
Research suggests that people with elevated levels of the protein prostasin may be at higher risk of developing diabetes and cancer.
Skin-like wearable device analyzes health data with artificial intelligence
It’s a brainy Band-Aid, a smart watch without the watch, and a leap forward for wearable health technologies.
An easier and safer way to synthesize medicines
Chemists are able to channel the power of reactive carbenes to fabricate valuable molecules that can be used to create various substances.
Researchers reverse hair loss due to male-pattern baldness
Although some people say that baldness is the “new sexy,” for those losing their hair, it can be distressing.
Amazing waterlight lamp uses only seawater to generate 45 days of light
There are approximately 840 million people who do not have access to electricity. The Waterlight project aims to brighten their lives.
Landmark study uncovers the genetic cause of childhood ADHD
Israeli scientists have cracked code to better understand the genetic causes of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Growing cereal crops with less fertilizer -- could save farmers billions
A new way to reduce the amount of nitrogen fertilizers needed to grow cereal crops could save farmers in the United States billions annually
Breakthrough implantable device doesn’t rely on immunosuppressing drugs to deliver insulin
Implantable devices that release insulin into the body hold promise as an alternative way to treat diabetes without insulin injections.
A healthy lifestyle can lower genetic risk for stroke by 43%, new research finds
People who are genetically at higher risk for stroke can lower that risk by as much as 43% by adopting a healthy cardiovascular lifestyle
The yin and yang of empathy holds the key to handling stress
Humans have evolved as social animals. From childhood, we are taught the benefits of forging ties and being empathetic for survival.
Researchers are studying a completely natural way to stop your body from aging
What if you were told there was a completely natural way to stop your body from aging? The trick: You’d have to hibernate half the year.
People lost 52 pounds using new drug, Yale study finds
People with obesity treated with a weekly dose of Tirzepatide, lost about 52 pounds on average, according to results of a new study.
Locusts can “smell” early onset of cancer using a patient's breath
Michigan State research shows insects can differentiate between cancer cells and healthy cells, which could help detect the disease earlier
Blood transfusions can rejuvenate the brain, researchers find
Wyss-Coray and his colleagues have turned up substances in blood that can accelerate or slow down the brain-aging clock.
Physicists make major leap forward in race for room-temperature superconductivity
New research builds on team’s landmark discovery of a room-temperature superconductor by replicating results with even greater efficiency.
Amazing powder turns surfaces hyper water-repellant
Rice University researchers have developed a simple method to make surfaces superhydrophobic — that is, very water-repellant.
Breast cancer cure found in honeybee venom
A compound in the venom called melittin could destroy breast cancer cells within an hour, without causing harm to other cells.
Stanford researchers find that Prozac can fight brain cancer
Researchers made a surprising discovery -- a common antidepressant, fluoxetine (commonly known as Prozac) appears to target brain cancer.
New technology removes 400% more salt from seawater using solar energy
New desalination technology will significantly reduce the cost of desalination and quadruple the volume of production.
