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Amulets of Deities, Skulls and Phalluses Found in Ancient Pompeii
Live Science - 13 Aug 2019 19:47
A stash of ancient amulets is seeing the light of day, now that archaeologists in Pompeii have unearthed the treasures from under a pile of ash dating to the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in A.D. 79.
Deadly protein duo reveals new drug targets for viral diseases
Science Daily - 14 Aug 2019 00:05
New research details how two highly lethal viruses have greater pathogenic potential when their proteins are combined.
Treatment doctor tested on himself can put others into remission
Science Daily - 14 Aug 2019 00:05
Castleman Disease patients who do not respond to the only drug currently approved by the FDA may have another option that targets a specific pathway called PI3K/Akt/mTOR.
Marijuana may boost risky effects of drinking alcohol
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 22:38
Compared to people who only drank alcohol, those who used alcohol and marijuana simultaneously were more likely to drink heavier and more often, according to researchers. They were also more likely to experience alcohol-...
'Conversation-based' activities reduce mental illness stigma among college students
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 21:42
The first study to systematically survey a single graduating class on the effect of a multi-year campaign against mental illness has found that college students exposed to certain anti-stigma messages and activities are ...
Non-smokers can get emphysema from air pollution
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 21:16
Long-term exposure to air pollution was linked to increases in emphysema between 2000 and 2018, according to a new study.
Gene linked to Alzheimer's disease is involved in neuronal communication
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 21:16
A new study sheds new light on how the CD2AP gene may enhance Alzheimer's disease susceptibility.
Greater blood pressure control linked to better brain health
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 21:04
For adults with high blood pressure, greater blood pressure control than what's currently considered standard is associated with fewer adverse changes of the brain, which could mean lower risks of dementia and cognitive ...
Single enzyme helps drive inflammation in mice, provides target for new sepsis drugs
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 21:04
Researchers have discovered that removing a single enzyme in mice dramatically boosts survival from sepsis, an often fatal over-reaction of the immune system to infection. The finding provides a new and unexpected therap...
High fat foods can increase oral cannabidiol absorption into the body
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 21:04
Researchers compared CBD absorption in patients on an empty stomach versus a standardized fatty breakfast.
Lost in translation: Researchers discover translator gene may play a role in disease
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 21:04
A molecule called tRNA is an essential component of the human genome that acts as a translator. When researchers and clinicians investigate the genome's relation to disease, they have traditionally focused on mutations i...
Space Dust from Ancient Supernova Found Hiding in Antarctica
Live Science - 13 Aug 2019 20:54
Researchers recently identified cosmic iron traces in snow that fell in Antarctica. Preserved in the snow was dust containing a rare isotope that originated in a supernova.
Anti-viral immune discovery could lead to better vaccines
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 19:22
Researchers have identified a molecular switch that impacts immune responses to viral infections, and whether or not protective antibodies are produced. The team also made the surprising discovery that the immune system ...
A leap forward in kidney disease research: Scientists develop breakthrough in vitro model
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 19:22
Researchers have developed the first model of kidney filtration in the lab that accurately mimics human kidney physiology. The model represents a leap in chronic kidney disease research and could help doctors understand ...
Naltrexone to treat opioid use disorder during pregnancy, favorable for mom, baby
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 19:22
Infants born to mothers taking naltrexone to treat opioid use disorder during pregnancy developed no signs of neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome (NOWS) during their hospitalization, a new study shows. In comparison to i...
UTI discovery may lead to new treatments
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 18:19
Sufferers of recurring urinary tract infections (UTIs) could expect more effective treatments. UTIs are one of the most common bacterial infections.
Treat insomnia before sleep apnea
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 18:19
The 'double whammy' of co-occurring insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea is a complex problem best managed with non-drug targeted psych interventions, a new study has found. By following simple new guidelines, people wit...
Enterovirus antibodies detected in acute flaccid myelitis patients
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 16:02
A new study analyzing samples from patients with and without acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) provides additional evidence for an association between the rare but often serious condition that causes muscle weakness and paral...
All-optical diffractive neural network closes performance gap with electronic neural networks
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 16:02
A new article demonstrates distinct improvements to the inference and generalization performance of diffractive optical neural networks.
Researchers identify glial cells as critical players in brain's response to social stress
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 16:02
Exposure to violence, social conflict, and other stressors increase risk for psychiatric conditions such as depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. A new paper suggests that the behavior of oligodendrocytes -- the...
Mode of delivery at birth may play key role in shaping the child's skin microbiome
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 16:02
In a new study, investigators found that bacterial genera in children were more similar to those of their own mothers than to those of unrelated women. Their data suggest that the mode of delivery at birth could be an im...
High-fat diet and gut bacteria linked to insulin resistance
Science Daily - 13 Aug 2019 16:02
Researchers have discovered how our choice of diet can weaken our gut immune system and lead to the development of diabetes.