Understanding how lipids activate LC3-associated phagocytosis
LC3-associated phagocytosis (LAP) is a specialized process for degrading dead cells, microbes or other particles. It plays a…
Dental care habits predict broader preventive health behaviors in college students
For undergraduates, a trip to the dentist can reflect more than oral health. Those who kept up with…
Machine learning unlocks blood test secrets for spinal cord injury
Routine blood samples, such as those taken daily at any hospital and tracked over time, could help predict…
Georgia State scientist receives $25,000 grant to develop mechanisms for treating obesity
Chong Hyun Shin, a research associate professor in the Institute for Biomedical Sciences at Georgia State University, has received a $25,000…
Inflammatory cells drive lung underdevelopment in congenital diaphragmatic hernia
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a dangerous malformation of the lungs and diaphragm that causes almost a third…
Scientists uncover 53 genetic clues that shape math ability beyond IQ
An exciting new study reveals the hidden genetic architecture of quantitative ability, showing how brain wiring and signaling…
Want to save an endangered species? Start with the right DNA blueprint
When scientists want to trace how a species has changed over time — and predict its prospects for…
UV222 light shows promise in disabling airborne allergens indoors
Cats. Dust mites. Mold. Trees. For people with allergies, even a brief whiff of the airborne allergens these…
Coffee protects the liver by blocking inflammation and scarring, review finds
Scientists reveal how your daily cup of coffee may guard against liver disease, connecting population trends with the…
Why universal COVID-19 vaccine guidance offers stronger protection than high-risk-only policies
Nine independent modeling teams demonstrate that maintaining a universal COVID-19 vaccine policy yields consistent population-level benefits, reducing hospitalizations…
Hurricane Sandy survivors face elevated heart risks long after the storm
New research shows that hurricane-related flooding does not just cause short-term damage; it can raise cardiovascular risks for…
can this muscle-boosting supplement help boost my brain?
I have some in my cupboard. And I’m far from alone – creatine has become the supplement of…