Willingness to take risks: A personality trait

People differ in their willingness to take risks. An individual’s propensity for risk taking can also…

Important mechanism of epigenetic gene regulation identified

How can defective gene activity, which can ultimately lead to cancer, be avoided? Researchers now identified…

HPV: Vaccination and test reduce cancer risk by more than 90%

Every year there are around 400 new cases of cervical cancer and a total of approximately…

Gradation-tint smart window

Scientists have developed smart glass capable of producing various shades on its surface. Unlike the conventional…

Pumpkin genomes sequenced, revealing uncommon evolutionary history

For some, pumpkins conjure carved Halloween decorations, but for many people around the world, these gourds…

Research pinpoints powerful biomarker of Multiple Sclerosis

A breakthrough study has revealed unique molecules in the blood of people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS)…

Wait a minute! Clamping the umbilical cord later saves preterm babies’ lives

Thousands of preterm babies could be saved by waiting 60 seconds before clamping the umbilical cord…

Effective treatment of contact allergy

Researchers have isolated a molecule that is suitable for the control of contact allergies. The study…

Bonding benefits of breastfeeding extend years beyond infancy

Women who breastfeed their children longer exhibit more maternal sensitivity well past the infant and toddler…

Group exercise improves quality of life, reduces stress far more than individual work outs

Group exercise participants showed significant improvements in all three quality of life measures: mental (12.6 percent),…