Cool room temperature inhibited cancer growth in mice

Turning down the thermostat seems to make it harder for cancer cells to grow, according to…

The brain already benefits from moderate physical activity, study shows

Even moderate physical activity has a positive effect on the brain. Researchers deduce this from examinations…

Global spread of powdery mildew through migration and trade

The worldwide distribution of one of the most important cereal pathogens is the result of human…

Map of immune system connections reveals new therapeutic opportunities

Researchers have created the first full connectivity map of the human immune system, showing how immune…

Volcanic super eruptions are millions of years in the making — followed by swift surge

Researchers have discovered that super-eruptions occur when huge accumulations of magma deep in the Earth’s crust,…

Tonga's volcano sent tons of water into the stratosphere. That could warm the Earth

“We’ve never seen anything like it,” said atmospheric scientist Luis Millán, who works at NASA. The…

This is how highly resistant strains of fungi emerge

Antibiotic resistance is a matter of common knowledge. And the same phenomenon also occurs with drugs…

Mechanism of bacterial toxins in deadly attacks

A harmful and often deadly substance made by bacteria, a bacterial toxin manipulates host cell functions…

Stickers and a smartphone for easy nitrite detection on foods

Nitrates and nitrites give processed meats their characteristic pink color and robust flavor. Although many consumers…

Ditching the toothbrush for whiter teeth, fewer cavities

The first thing people notice when they meet you is your smile. To be more confident…