New molecular discovery may help identify drug therapies to prevent dementia

Scientists have discovered a molecular pathway in the brain that may help provide answers to long-term…

For viral predators of bacteria, sensitivity can be contagious

Scientists have shown for the first time how bacteria with resistance to a viral predator can…

Pretty in pink: Some algae like it cold

Scientific efforts are aimed at learning more about the effects of pink snow algae on glaciers…

Normal ranges for testosterone levels defined

A large study of more than 9,000 men has established harmonized reference ranges for total testosterone…

Play an instrument? You probably react faster, too

Researchers find that musicians have faster reaction times than non-musicians -- and that could have implications…

Gene mutations behind lack of a nose identified

Researchers have identified gene mutations associated with a rare congenital condition involving the absence of a…

Play, cognitive skills in kindergarten predict extracurricular activities in middle school

Cognitive skills and experiences like classroom-based play in kindergarten lead to participation in extracurricular activities in…

Researchers discover new subtype of cervical cancer

Scientists have identified a new subtype of cervical cancer that may explain why a fraction of…

What does it take for an AIDS virus to infect a person?

Researchers examined the characteristics of HIV-1 strains that were successful in traversing the genital mucosa that…

Researchers find protein that weakens severe sepsis immune reaction

No effective therapy exists today for sepsis, an inflammatory storm that afflicts about 3 million Americans…