Researchers find flexible solution for separating gases
Chemists detail a new porous material that is less expensive and more sustainable.
Science & Technology
New, holistic way to teach synthetic biology
Synthetic biology combines principles from science, engineering and social science, creating emerging technologies such as alternative meats and mRNA vaccines; Deconstructing synthetic biology across scales gives rise to new approach to uniting traditi…
Why the harsh Snowball Earth kick-started our earliest multicellular ancestors
Why did multicellularity arise? Solving that mystery may help pinpoint life on other planets and explain the vast diversity and complexity seen on Earth today, from sea sponges to redwoods to human society. A new article shows how specific physical con…
Cardiovascular health could be biggest risk factor for future dementia rates
Dementia risk factors associated with cardiovascular health may have increased over time compared to factors such as smoking and having less education, finds a new study.
Early childhood problems linked to persistent school absenteeism
Children who are not considered ‘school ready’ by their teachers are more than twice as likely to become persistently absent at some point in their education, according to a new study.
Climate change and sea level rise pose an acute challenge for cities with combined sewer systems
Older coastal cities, like Philadelphia, New York and Boston are at risk of being inundated by untreated sewage during floods. Due in part to the design of their combined sewer systems and in part due to sea level rise, these cities could be facing a g…
Review of pathogenesis, research and treatment of amyloidosis
AL (immunoglobulin light chain) amyloidosis is a rare disease that often results in progressive organ dysfunction, organ failure and eventual death. Clonal plasma cells in the bone marrow secrete free light chains into circulation. These light chains a…
Tai Chi reduces risk of inflammatory disease, treats insomnia among breast cancer survivors
New research confirms that both Tai Chi and cognitive behavioral therapy can reduce insomnia in breast cancer survivors but also may provide additional health benefits by reducing inflammation and bolstering anti-viral defenses.
Do people who exercise more have a lower risk of ALS?
Moderate levels of physical activity and fitness may be linked to a reduced risk of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) later in life, according to a new study. The study only found an association between physical activity and risk of ALS in male parti…
Could preventative drug be effective in people with migraine and rebound headache?
A drug used to prevent migraine may also be effective in people with migraine who experience rebound headaches, according to a new study.