Do it like the immune system: novel antimicrobials
Microbial infections are becoming unbeatable due to progressive mutations that lead to antimicrobial drug resistance. European scientists exploited the characteristics of novel antimicrobial compounds...
View ArticleGene regulation through non-coding RNAs
A number non-coding RNAs are transcribed in humans but their role in the human body has not been elucidated. European scientists are deciphering the role of such RNAs in a newly discovered imprinted...
View ArticleMastering weight-maintenance skills before embarking on diet helps women...
Would you take part in a weight-loss program in which you were explicitly asked not to lose any weight for the first eight weeks?
View ArticleSurprising connections between our well-being and giving, getting, and gratitude
We all know that getting a good night's sleep is good for our general health and well-being. But new research is highlighting a more surprising benefit of good sleep: more feelings of gratitude for...
View ArticleBreast cancer: New genetic test measures risk of metastases
Patients suffering from breast cancer in which the lymph nodes are already affected usually receive prophylactic chemotherapy which sometimes entails many side effects. Scientists at the Comprehensive...
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