Study finds unexpected protective properties of pain
The classic view of pain is that it protects by detecting and signaling the presence of harmful agents, but new research shows pain can shield the gut more directly.
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Smart materials: Metal cations-recognizable thermoresponsive polymers
Scientists have created a novel thermoresponsive polymer by adding divalent cations to polymers and water solvents. They also succeeded in controlling thermoresponsive properties by changing the type and mixing ratio of ionic species. This new polymer …
Drug discovery method identifies naturally occurring metabolite that converts ‘bad’ fat to ‘good’ fat
Scientists have uncovered potential therapeutic avenues for metabolic diseases.
Risk of severe breakthrough COVID-19 infection is higher for people with HIV with moderately low CD4 cell counts
People with HIV who have moderate immune suppression appear to be at greater risk of severe COVID-19 ‘breakthrough’ infection after vaccination, according to a new study.