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Breakthrough In Front Line Immunity Research

Researchers have characterized for the first time how interferon beta proteins bind to cells and activate an immune response.

New Evidence For Warm-Blooded Dinosaurs

A new study has thrown up new evidence suggesting that dinosaurs may be warm-blooded like birds and mammals, not cold-blooded like reptiles.

How To Get Boys To Sing In The Choir

A researcher has found that supportive mothers and music teachers are instrumental in helping school-age boys maintain an interest in singing.

10 Genetic Variants Linked To Increased Risk Of Allergies

An international team of scientists has identified 10 genetic variants that increase a person’s risk of having allergies.

Ants Help In Designing Exits For Humans

Engineers have observed the crowd movement of ants to help design exits that function more effectively during large-scale evacuations.

Scientists Visualize Bacteria’s Traffic Management System

Scientists have visualized how bacteria co-ordinate movement and form intricate networks of interconnected trails, much like furrows in a field, while spreading on a surface.

Managing Diabetes Is Key For Lung Transplant Success

Research shows that better management of diabetes could dramatically improve outcomes for lung transplant patients.

Testosterone Could Help Combat Dementia In Women

A new study by Australian researchers shows that testosterone therapy can help combat dementia in post-menopausal women.

Researchers Uncover How Gene Mutation Causes Hearing Loss

Researchers in Australia have discovered how hearing loss in humans can be accelerated by a genetic mutation.