Link between passive smoking in childhood and rheumatoid arthritis, new study shows for first time

The link between active smoking and the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) has been demonstrated…

Scientists solve 30-year old mystery on how resistance genes spread

For more than 30 years, scientists have proposed that resistance genes actually originate from the microorganisms…

New approach to unlock the genetic potential of plant cell wall

Researchers have unlocked the genetic secrets of plant cell walls, which could help improve the quality…

Radon increases risk for malignant skin cancer

A new study about residential radon exposure in Switzerland shows that the radioactive gas radon increases…

Mosquitoes manipulated with light

Exposure to just 10 minutes of light at night suppresses biting and manipulates flight behavior in…

Augmented reality system to help medical professionals

A mixed reality system that allows medical practitioners to view and interact with virtual replicas of…

Quality of early family relationships affects children’s mental health

The birth of a child is often a long-awaited and deeply meaningful event, but the transition…

Bacteria free themselves with molecular ‘speargun’

Many bacteria are armed with nano-spearguns, which they use to combat unwelcome competitors or knockout host…

Why is one twin smaller than the other? Answer could lie in the placenta

When a baby is born small, it's often attributed to genetic factors or maternal risk factors…

Reducing environmental impact of idling buses and delivery trucks

Researchers have developed a system for service vehicles that could reduce emissions and save companies and…