Myopia cell discovered in retina

Scientists have discovered a cell in the retina that may cause myopia when it dysfunctions. The…

Scientists confirm dorado catfish as all-time distance champion of freshwater migrations

An international team of scientists has confirmed that the dorado catfish (Brachyplatystoma rousseauxii) of the Amazon…

Looking for life’s (lower) limits

Just how little energy life needs to survive is the subject of a new study. By…

Uterine glands vital for embryo growth, successful pregnancies

Scientists and doctors have known for several years that glands within the uterus produce Leukemia Inhibitory…

Ion channel necessary for hormone and anti-obesity drug to suppress eating identified

Researchers have identified an ion channel required for brain cells to suppress eating behavior in response…

Concussion may affect your driving even after symptoms disappear, says study

The effects a concussion has on driving a vehicle may continue to linger even after the…

Immune therapy scientists discover distinct cells that block cancer-fighting immune cells

Scientists have discovered a distinct cell population in tumors that inhibits the body’s immune response to…

Researchers find new potential route to treat asthma

Researchers believe they have isolated a protein that, when missing or depleted, can cause airway constriction,…

Study paints clearer picture of ‘NASTy’ side effects from well-known heart drug

The uncomfortable and embarrassing facial side effects many patients experience from the drug niacin, which is…

Scientists discover why some cancers may not respond to immunotherapy

Scientists have discovered that people with cancers containing genetic mutations JAK1 or JAK2, which are known…