Research deepens understanding of rare vaccine-induced blood clotting condition
The rare condition, known as vaccine-induced immune thrombocytopenia and thrombosis (VITT), is characterized by a blockage of veins and a …
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Understanding variants of the coronavirus can offer clues about the next threats
Scientists are closely watching the emergence of variants of the coronavirus that may be more infectious. The spread of troubling …
Understanding rare type of diabetes gives insights into mechanisms of insulin production
Solving the genetic puzzle of why babies developed a rare type of diabetes has uncovered a new biological pathway that …
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 …
New understanding in how hydroxychloroquine works undermines its use for coronavirus
Researchers at the Radboudumc have discovered an until now, unknown effect of hydroxychloroquine. It inhibits the action of a certain …
Understanding how protein tau moves between neurons yields insight into treatments for neurodegenerative diseases
In the fight against neurodegenerative diseases such as frontotemporal dementia, Alzheimer’s and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, the tau protein is a …
Groundbreaking study improves understanding of brain function
Researchers at KAUST are officially one step closer to understanding the brain and its function. Dr. Corrado Calì, a research …
Understanding gut bacteria—forces for good (and sometimes evil)
Back in 2015, an interdisciplinary group of research scientists made their case during a business pitch competition: They want to …
Understanding how tics are suppressed may help some at risk for tic disorders
At least 20 percent of elementary school-age children develop tics such as excessive blinking, throat clearing or sniffing, but for …
Understanding how people respond to symptoms of a brain tumor
A recent study from King’s College London and Cambridge University highlighted that people may experience multiple subtle changes before being …
Understanding Mental Health The Bradley Cooper Way
Bradley Cooper is a stalwart for bringing awareness to mental health and treatment. This move comes after his role with …