Ancient stardust sheds light on the first stars

Astronomers have used ALMA to detect a huge mass of glowing stardust in a galaxy seen…

Newer medications can cure HCV infections, study suggests

A new analysis reveals a dramatic transformation in the care of patients infected with hepatitis C…

Ancient reptile mystery solved as two extinct species found to be the same

Ichthyosaurs, which are similar-shaped to dolphins and sharks, but are reptiles, swam the seas for millions…

Testing for hepatitis C virus remains low among baby boomers

A new report looks at vaccination rates for Hepatitis C virus two years after the United…

Sound waves boost older adults’ memory, deep sleep

Gentle sound stimulation -- such as the rush of a waterfall -- synchronized to the rhythm…

Uncovering new relationships, organizational principles in protein interaction networks

Proteins, those basic components of cells and tissues, carry out many biological functions by working with…

Parental concerns reduce uptake of child flu vaccine

The first study investigating parental attitudes towards the UK's child flu vaccine has found concerns about…

The selection of archaeological research material should be re-evaluated

A systematically collected material produces a more exact image of the excavated objects. A researcher has…

Research uncovers potential health risks of travel to Mars

Using mice transplanted with human stem cells, a research team has demonstrated for the first time…

Urine-based biomarkers for early cancer screening test

A new study has introduced a new technique that validates urine-based biomarkers for early detection of…