Although COVID-19 has faded from the headlines, SARS-CoV-2—the coronavirus behind the pandemic—is still rampantly infecting people around the world. Public health officials fear as the… Read More »Scientists design drug to outsmart evolving coronavirus
A team of University of Michigan researchers has successfully modified a naturally occurring chemical compound in the lab, resulting in advanced lead compounds with anti-HIV… Read More »Researchers develop modified compound with potent anti-HIV activity
Thanks to advancements in the development of patented synthetic human-like hearts first created at Michigan State, researchers can study human heart development and congenital heart… Read More »New mini heart models offer promise for revolutionizing heart disease treatment and prevention
New research by Northeastern scientists questions the long-held belief that the connective tissues that give us mechanical strength, such as tendons, ligaments, bones and skin,… Read More »Cornea model reveals new mechanism for collagen assembly in human tissues
Penn Engineers have pioneered a new way to visualize the smallest protein clusters, skirting the physical limitations of light-powered microscopes and opening new avenues for… Read More »New tool makes tiny protein clusters glow
In the intricate landscape of the human body, the lungs and their vasculature resemble a complex network akin to the plumbing system of a building.… Read More »New technique shows promise for healing damaged lungs
In a recent study published in Science Advances, researchers from the Universities of Bristol and Ghent advocate for a shift in the approach to biological… Read More »Embracing open-endedness for next-gen biotech
In the microscopic realm of cellular function, the significance of minute details becomes apparent. A prime example is found in the intricate world of proteins,… Read More »Subtle variations in actin proteins uncover profound cellular dynamics
University of Queensland researchers have found a way to reverse a cellular process triggered by COVID-19 that contributes to premature aging of the brain. Dr.… Read More »Scientists discover way to reverse COVID-19-induced brain aging
A new biologic “patch” that is activated by a person’s natural motion could be the key to fixing herniated disks in people’s backs, according to… Read More »Biologic patch could revolutionize treatment for herniated disks
An international team of researchers has achieved a significant breakthrough with the development of a handheld, non-invasive device designed to detect biomarkers associated with Alzheimer’s… Read More »Handheld biosensor detects biomarkers for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases
At a pedestrian crossing, when the signal changes from “don’t walk” to “walk,” you can react in two ways: you might immediately step into the… Read More »Brain activity changes depending on context of action
Cells utilize cilia, which are antenna-like structures, to monitor their surroundings and detect various stimuli, including fluid flow outside the cell. When genetic defects disrupt… Read More »New study unravels how cilia regulate organ laterality
Accessible and rapid COVID-19 testing has played a pivotal role in our battle against the pandemic, but it has not been without its challenges. Polymerase… Read More »New biodegradable COVID-19 test developed
A groundbreaking achievement by researchers at UC San Francisco and UC Berkeley has resulted in the development of a brain-computer interface (BCI). This innovative system… Read More »Brain-computer interface enables woman with paralysis to speak
Imperial College London scientists have achieved a significant breakthrough by observing the behavior of bodily “pressure sensors” known as Piezo1 and Piezo2 for the first… Read More »Imperial researchers image bodily “pressure sensors” for the first time
Ammonoids, a group of ancient marine mollusks, have become iconic fossils cherished by amateur collectors. These creatures underwent a remarkable evolution over 350 million years,… Read More »Ammonoid shells evolved for defense against predators
Deep underground tunnels in North Yorkshire are being utilized for an extraordinary purpose: studying the potential for human habitation and operations on celestial bodies like… Read More »New underground research facility helps prepare for human missions to moon and mars