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A Simple Way To Detect Neurotoxic Chemicals
Researchers in Japan have tested a simpler and cheaper method to detect neurotoxic contaminants in water.
How Worms Hijack Stem Cells To Create Their Nests
Root-knot nematodes can manipulate the stem cells of plant roots to form their nests, study says.
The Mathematics Of Spilling Water On The Table
Scientists have successfully derived a mathematical formula that predicts how droplets spread when they collide with a flat surface.
The Epigenetics Of Blood Vessel Formation
Scientists have found a group of transcription factors that is essential for blood vessel differentiation from stem cells.
Mouth Bacteria Linked To Esophageal Cancer Prognosis
A type of bacteria usually found in the human mouth has been linked poorer outcomes in esophageal cancer patients.
A Shocking Way To Treat Type 2 Diabetes
A rubber belt that gives patients a mild electrical stimulation and triggers the heat shock response has shown promising results in a clinical trial for type 2 diabetes.
A Delicious Finding: Onion Compound Has Anti-Cancer Properties
Onionin A, a natural compound derived from onions, was found to exhibit several anti-ovarian cancer properties.
Gene Therapy Reduces Heart Failure In Mice
By inhibiting the production of ANGPTL2, researchers were able to reduce the progression of heart failure in mouse models.
Your Gut Bacteria Could Affect How Drugs Work For You
Microorganisms in the gut likely have an effect on how the body metabolizes drugs, according to a new study.
