Diet helps shed pounds, release toxins and reduce oxidative stress

Research by exercise scientists has found that a balanced, protein-pacing, low-calorie diet that includes intermittent fasting…

Cost, technology issues are barriers to real-time cancer patient symptom reporting

In a perspective article, a researcher addresses the need for – and the barriers preventing –…

Genetic opposites attract when chimpanzees choose a mate

Researchers find that chimpanzees are more likely to reproduce with mates whose genetic makeup most differs…

Should biomedical graduate schools ignore the GRE?

The Graduate Record Exam (GRE), which is required for admission to graduate and doctorate programs across…

Stem cells used to regenerate the external layer of a human heart

A process using human stem cells can generate the cells that cover the external surface of…

Strep spreads by harnessing immune defenses of those infected

The bacteria that cause most cases of pneumonia worldwide secrete a toxin that helps them jump…

Trust issues: Users more gullible when they customize their technology

Cheery robots may give people the creeps and serious robots may actually ease anxiety depending on…

Do dogs of all ages respond equally to dog-directed speech?

People tend to talk to dogs as though they are human babies. A new study shows…

Report recommends new framework for estimating the social cost of carbon

To estimate the social cost of carbon dioxide for use in regulatory impact analyses, the federal…

Why better choices depend on ‘libertarian paternalism’

Nudging people toward better behavior through policy can be effective, but can face resistance if people…