Study reveals how an anesthesia drug induces unconsciousness
Propofol, a drug commonly used for general anesthesia, derails the brain’s normal balance between stability and excitability. There are many…
Fast Four Quiz: Precision Medicine in Cancer
Bacteria ‘nanowires’ could help scientists develop green electronics
Engineered protein filaments originally produced by bacteria have been modified by scientists…
Nuisance Seaweed Found to Produce Compounds with Biomedical Potential
A seaweed considered a threat to the healthy growth of coral reefs…
Promising Drug a ‘New Paradigm’ for Treating Leukemia
Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have developed a compound that delays…
University of Minnesota-developed safety net drug for rigid muscles moves ahead in clinical trials
A new formulation for a University of Minnesota-developed drug targeted at rare disorders is under…
Scientists from UNSW Sydney reveal biases in the field of coral reef research
Analysis of the literature revealed authors from countries with large coral reef systems, such as The Maldives, Papua New Guinea…
How cell identity is preserved when cells divide
MIT study suggests 3D folding of the genome is key to cells’ ability to store and pass on “memories” of…
Large Study Reveals PTSD Has Strong Genetic Component Like Other Psychiatric Disorders
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is one of the most common psychiatric disorders,…
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Bacteria ‘nanowires’ could help scientists develop green electronics
Engineered protein filaments originally produced by bacteria have been modified by scientists to conduct electricity. In a study published recently…
Bacteria ‘nanowires’ could help scientists develop green electronics
Engineered protein filaments originally produced by bacteria have been modified by scientists to conduct electricity. In a study published recently…
Cotton-Based Hybrid Biofuel Cell Could Power Implantable Medical Devices
A glucose-powered biofuel cell that uses electrodes made from cotton fiber could someday help power…
New 3D printer uses rays of light to shape objects, transform product design
A new 3D printer uses light to transform gooey liquids into complex solid objects in…
New tools used to identify childhood cancer genes
Using a new computational strategy, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have identified 29 genetic…
Study reveals how an anesthesia drug induces unconsciousness
Propofol, a drug commonly used for general anesthesia, derails the brain’s normal balance between stability…
New clue in understanding increased Alzheimer’s risk
Scientists have discovered a new piece of the puzzle in understanding why some people are…
Scientists preserve DNA in an amber-like polymer
With their “T-REX” method, DNA embedded in the polymer could be used for long-term storage…
Hidden challenges of tooth loss and dentures revealed in new study
The hidden challenges faced by people with tooth loss and dentures has been identified by…
Short-term loneliness associated with physical health problems
Loneliness may be harmful to our daily health, according to a new study led by…
Technique improves the reasoning capabilities of large language models
Large language models like those that power ChatGPT have shown impressive performance on tasks like…
Artificial intelligence revolutionises monitoring of brain development in children
Researchers at QIMR Berghofer have developed a computer-based “growth chart” that could potentially transform the…
Multiple sclerosis is on the rise in Australia, but it’s not all bad news
UNSW medical researchers are at the forefront of advancing the science of multiple sclerosis detection…