New COVID-19 test uses a smartphone microscope to quickly analyze saliva samples
Researchers at the University of Arizona are developing a COVID-19 testing method that uses a smartphone microscope to analyze saliva …
Landmark research toward increasing survival rates for aggressive childhood cancer
A new combination of drugs could help to increase survival rates with fewer side effects for some children with one …
Research reveals why some tumors have different makeup of cells
Molecular changes in cells called fibroblasts, which help provide support for tissues throughout the body, may explain why one type …
Research brings understanding of cellular resistance to cancer treatment, opening doors to new cures
A Vanderbilt cancer systems biology team has identified the enzymes that keep tumor cells growing in the presence of drug …
FDA approves new drug to treat common form of muscular dystrophy based on research from U of A scientist
A University of Alberta researcher’s past work has led to a new drug being approved for use in the United …
Liver research reveals structure of blood flow architecture, holding promise for transplants
The liver is not only the largest organ in the body but also plays one of the most important roles …
Schwarz elected vice president of radiation research society
Julie K. Schwarz, MD, PhD, a professor of radiation oncology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, has …
Addicted to the sun? Research shows it’s in your genes
Sun-seeking behavior is linked to genes involved in addiction, behavioral and personality traits, and brain function, according to a study …
Research team discovers cell in zebrafish critical to brain assembly, function
New research from Oregon Health & Science University for the first time documents the presence of astrocytes in zebrafish, a …
Research shows Māori are more likely to die from COVID-19 than other New Zealanders
The risk of dying from COVID-19 is at least 50% higher for Māori than New Zealanders from European backgrounds, according …
Multiple sclerosis risk 29% higher for people living in urban areas, new research reveals
Air pollution could be a risk factor for the development of multiple sclerosis (MS), a new study conducted in Italy …
Coronavirus misinformation and vaccine research among key priorities for public
Information overload and conflicting guidance are among the biggest concerns for the public during the current coronavirus outbreak, surveys reveal. …
Germany says virus vaccine research not for sale
Germany’s foreign minister said Monday the rights to coronavirus vaccine research were not for sale, following reports Donald Trump wanted …
Coronavirus and handwashing: research shows proper hand drying is also vital
With the number of people infected with coronavirus increasing around the world on a daily basis, the World Health Organization …
Eating dairy can cut risk of suffering a stroke, new research suggests
Eating cheese, yoghurt and milk can cut the risk of suffering a stroke by up to ten per cent, new …
Research suggests statins could lower ovarian cancer risk
A genetic study has found evidence to suggest that women who take statins in the long term could be less …
New research looks at type 1 diabetes and changes in the environment
Studies have shown a rapid increase in new cases of type 1 diabetes worldwide. However, scientists and researchers have struggled …
Lack of equity and diversity still plague global health research
The field of global health has evolved from colonial and military medicine, tropical medicine and international health. While it is …