Depression, obesity, chronic pain could be treated by targeting the same key protein

Major depression, obesity and chronic pain are all linked to the effects of one protein, called…

Toward novel computing and fraud detection technologies with on-demand polymers

Drawing inspiration from nature, researchers are making polymers with ever-more precise compositions on demand. Using multistep…

Compression-only CPR increases survival of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest

In a Swedish study of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, bystander CPR rates nearly doubled and compression-only, or…

New evidence on the association of shortened sleep time and obstructive sleep apnea with sleepiness and cardiometabolic risk factors

A new study may change the way we think about sleep disorders. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)…

New evidence about why clear margins in breast cancer surgery are such good news

When a breast cancer tumor is removed with no signs of cancer left behind, it's great…

Uncovering the secrets of ancient rock art using ‘X-ray vision’

Prehistoric rock paintings are a source of fascination. Aside from their beauty, there's deep meaning in…

‘Smart’ pajamas could monitor and help improve sleep

If you've ever dreamed about getting a good night's sleep, your answer may someday lie in…

New glioblastoma vaccine shows promising results in phase Ib clinical trial

A brain-cancer vaccine more than 20 years in the making suspends cancer growth in patients enrolled…

Understanding what makes Tennessee whiskey unique

Freshly distilled, un-aged whiskey is filtered over charcoal made from the sugar maple tree in a…

Liquid crystals could help deflect laser pointer attacks on aircraft

Aiming a laser beam at an aircraft isn't a harmless prank: The sudden flash of bright…