Metal-ion catalysts and hydrogen peroxide could green up plastics production

Researchers are contributing to the development of more environmentally friendly catalysts for the production of plastic…

Overall geriatric health during androgen deprivation therapy evaluated

Androgen drives many prostate cancers. But the body uses androgen for muscle growth and maintenance, among…

Cells change type to help or hinder immunity

In news that may bring hope to asthma sufferers, scientists discover a mechanism that provides a…

Brain development and aging

The brain is a complex organ -- a network of nerve cells, or neurons, producing thought,…

PET/MR shows arterial CO2 as potent vasodilator for cardiac stress testing

Using PET/MR imaging, a new international study demonstrates that increases in partial pressure of arterial carbon…

A stream of superfluid light

Scientists have known for centuries that light is composed of waves. The fact that light can…

Engineer unveils new spin on future of transistors with novel design

An engineer has designed a novel computing system made solely from carbon that might one day…

One in five surgical weight-loss patients take prescription opioids seven years after surgery

While the proportion of adults with severe obesity using prescription opioids initially declines in the months…

Generous health insurance plans encourage overtreatment, but may not improve health

Offering comprehensive health insurance plans with low deductibles and co-pay in exchange for higher annual premiums…

Newly discovered DNA sequences can protect chromosomes in rotifers

Rotifers are tough, microscopic organisms highly resistant to radiation and repeated cycles of dehydration and rehydration.…