New mathematical model reveals how surrounding tissue forces heal wounds
Understanding how wounds heal after injury could be a step closer thanks to a new mathematical model developed…
Kenyan bat coronavirus uses human CEACAM6 to enter cells, raising spillover concerns
A newly characterized bat coronavirus can latch onto a human cell receptor found in the lung, giving scientists…
New method predicts cancer patient survival using advanced molecular data
Oregon Health & Science University researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind method to predict cancer patient survival using advanced molecular data from individual…
We now know how moss leaves grow
Led by Wenye Lin, a doctoral student in Kierzkowski’s lab, the new study lays the groundwork for understanding…
New CRISPR tool selectively cuts tumor DNA while sparing healthy cells
Apr 15 2026 Cancer cells excel at evading detection, but subtle chemical differences set them apart from healthy…
CAR T therapy induces remission in multiple autoimmune diseases
For the first time, scientists have used a cutting-edge cell therapy called CAR-T to treat a patient with three different life-threatening autoimmune diseases that…
Study questions benefits of fish oil after mild brain injuries
A first-of-its-kind study led by the Medical University of South Carolina raises questions about the value of fish…
Chronic colitis reshapes colon stem cells in ways that can accelerate tumour growth
Even after inflammation resolves, colonic stem cells can retain a hidden molecular memory that increases the likelihood of…
New polygenic risk scores improve prediction of metabolic disease outcomes
Type 2 diabetes (T2D) and obesity are metabolic conditions with many causes, including overlapping and distinct genetic features.…
Boron-assisted reactions overcome solubility barriers in protein synthesis
Chemists from ETH Zurich have found a way to produce poorly soluble proteins by caging a uniquely reactive…
Long-read whole genome sequencing uncovers new genetic variants linked to autism
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have identified new genetic variants associated with autism spectrum disorder…
New CRISPR technique boosts mitochondrial function to treat heart failure
After a heart attack, the heart struggles to recoup and maintain energy. One third of patients develop heart…