Compound identified that protects against neurodegeneration

Researchers have identified a new compound that protects against neurodegeneration in nematode worms. The discovery may…

Old Theban port of Chalcis: A medieval maritime crossroads in Greece

Researchers have examined widely disseminated style of ceramics called the 'main Middle Byzantine Production,' found in…

Sugar improves memory in over-60s, helping them work smarter

Sugar improves memory in older adults -- and makes them more motivated to perform difficult tasks…

HIV infection doubles risk of heart disease

People infected with HIV are twice as likely to suffer from heart disease, research has found.…

New retinal ganglion cell subtypes emerge from single-cell RNA sequencing

Single-cell sequencing technologies are filling in fine details in the catalog of life. Researchers have now…

Link found between bitter-taste sensitivity and cancer risk

High bitter-taste sensitivity is associated with a significantly increased risk of cancer in older British women,…

‘Nowcasting’ beach water quality

Arriving at your favorite beach only to discover it's closed because of bacterial contamination can be…

Novel approach studies whale shark ages the best way — while they are swimming

A new study of whale sharks, using a novel approach to gathering data, shows these endangered…

A safe and effective way to whiten teeth

In the age of Instagram and Snapchat, everyone wants to have perfect pearly whites. To get…

Splitting water: Nanoscale imaging yields key insights

In the quest to realize artificial photosynthesis to convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into fuel…