Iron deficiency affects a large proportion of the world’s population, an estimated 12% of the world population. This problem is especially relevant in females of childbearing potential, children, and
With all the controversy about gain-of-function work in viruses, you might think that scientists have stopped doing that kind of work. You'd be mistaken.
The first gel-based cartilage substitute that is stronger and more durable than the real thing could transform knee operations, a Duke University team has said.
Breastfeeding provides an immune boost to infants A recent study by Katherine Wander, an associate professor of anthropology at Binghamton University, suggests that breastfeeding strengthens a baby's immune system and helps it resist infectious diseases. She …
New York, Aug 15 (IANS): US scientists have developed a contact lens that can help in the early detection of cancer using tears and help in the treatment.
The novel lens, developed by the team at the Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI) in Cal…
Recombinant spider silks are of interest but the multimodal and aggregation-prone nature of them is a limitation. Here, the authors report on a miniature spidroin based on the N-terminal domain which forms a hydrogel at 37 °C which allows for ease of producti…
The innovation could pave the way for further breakthroughs in medical adhesives, particularly in situations where adhesives are difficult to apply, such as on moist skin.
Have you also been told to avoid eating fruits after meals and don't drink water before eating? We got a gastrointestinal surgeon and dietitians to give their opinions.
Actress Anne Heche, 53, was taken off life support on Sunday after health officials found suitable organ recipients. She had been on life support for over a week following a fiery crash.
Notifying Australian women about their breast density informs them about its related risk but might have downsides, write Brooke Nickel, Nehmat Houssami, and Meagan Brennan
Illuminating the brain one neuron and synapse at a time: 5 essential reads about how researchers are using new tools to map its structure and function.