Can a protein in cord blood predict risk of death, cerebral palsy in preterm infants?

Researchers have found that some preterm babies born without haptoglobin, a protein in blood cells, have…

Engineering for high-speed devices

A research team from the University of Delaware has developed cutting-edge technology for photonics devices that…

Making waves: Researchers shed light on how cilia work

Scientists have found the most efficient length for cilia, the tiny hair-like structures designed to sweep…

Proposed reintroduction of the Eurasian lynx to Scotland

Experts have used an innovative approach to model the proposed reintroduction of the Eurasian lynx to…

Need to increase diversity within genetic data sets

Polygenic scores developed by studying Europeans do a better job at predicting disease risk for people…

New plant breeding technologies for food security

Scientists argue that new plant breeding technologies can contribute significantly to food security and sustainable development.…

Poor lung function in shorter people linked to increased risk of heart disease

Results from a new study has found that an association between shorter stature and higher risk…

Sweeping census provides new population estimate for western chimpanzees

A sweeping new census estimates 52,800 western chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes verus) live in eight countries in…

Two new genes discovered in the developmental defects of canine enamel

In addition to humans, hereditary disorders of enamel development occur in dogs, greatly impacting their dental…

Exercise is more critical than diet to maintain weight loss

The study showed successful weight-loss maintainers rely on physical activity to remain in energy balance (rather…