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Researchers have discovered how a molecule can help prevent certain types of brain tumors by recognizing and 'disarming' harmful proteins that cause them.

When medical marijuana is taken for chronic nerve pain, it may provide pain relief by reducing connections between the areas of the brain that process emotions and sensory signals, according to a new study.

'Chromosomal catastrophes' have been found to occur along the evolutionary timeline of colorectal cancer development, according to new research.

A new study implicates remodeling of nerves in the airways as a key contributor to heightened sensitivity and airway constriction in patients with asthma. The results provide new insight into a little-understood factor i...

A new study reports genetic factors count for about 70% of stable academic achievement throughout schooling.

A new study reports women who have experienced sexual violence have more vivid memories than women coping with other traumatic experiences. Sexual violence survivors, researchers report, have more intense memories decade...

After just one sleep deprived night, the ability of the liver to produce glucose and insulin is altered, increasing the risk of developing metabolic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, researchers report.

Over a million users battled for control over a virtual canvas, one pixel at a time. Now, researchers are studying the process to examine the forces that shape cultures

A site in France is home to the biggest ancient watermill complex ever found, and the flour it milled may have been used to make ship biscuits

Researchers have developed a novel way for dating 'hibernating' HIV strains. The finding confirms that dormant HIV strains can persist in the body for decades.

Researchers have developed a unique approach using augmented reality tools to help less-experienced doctors in war zones, natural disasters and in rural areas perform complicated procedures.

According to a new study those with higher criminal tendencies choose to take risks and gamble more than law abiding citizens.

Yale University researchers have demonstrated one of the key steps in building the architecture for modular quantum computers: the "teleportation" of a quantum gate between two qubits, on demand.

One of the most pervasive and common forms of gender discrimination experienced daily by girls and women around the world is their inadequate access to private toilets. Despite the rise of advocacy and research efforts, ...

Ever wondered how groups of cells managed to build your tissues and organs while you were just an embryo?

The famous Great Red Spot has a blue rival created by the planet's weird magnetic field - though the name is a bit of a cheat

Vehicles that run on hydrogen have been dismissed by the likes of Elon Musk, but recent advances mean they are making a comeback

A new study reveals 16% of new mothers who suffered gestational diabetes while pregnant developed postnatal depression symptoms following birth. Only 9% of women who didn't suffer GDM went on to develop PND. Researchers ...

A new study has found how the abnormal form of tau that accumulates in the neurofibrillary tangles that characterize Alzheimer's disease can disrupt the normal function of brain cells.

Scientists have developed machine learning algorithms that can predict yeast metabolism from its protein content. The research could provide a basis for brewers to have greater control over the flavor of their beer, and ...

Researchers have developed a new strategy to overcome one of the main obstacles in the treatment of brain cancer -- access to the tumor.

Scientists have developed a technique to directly convert the cells in an open wound into new skin cells. The approach relies on reprogramming the cells to a stem-cell-like state and could be useful for healing wounds an...