Increased reaction to stress linked to gastrointestinal issues in children with autism

One in 45 American children lives with autism spectrum disorder, according to the Centers for Disease…

Factors responsible for chronic nature of autoimmune disease identified

Researchers have uncovered two factors responsible for the chronic, lifelong nature of autoimmune disorders, which tend…

High fiber diets may alleviate inflammation caused by gout

New research shows that a high-fiber diet likely inhibits gout-related inflammation caused by monosodium urate (MSU)…

Where’s the center of North America? Geographer’s new method finds a new answer

Where is the geographic center of a state, country or a continent? It’s a question fraught…

Domino effect: The loss of plant species triggers the extinction of animals

When plant species disappear due to climate change, this may lead to the subsequent loss of…

Promising new drug stops spread of melanoma by 90 percent

Researchers have discovered that a chemical compound, and potential new drug, reduces the spread of melanoma…

Engine for Likelihood-Free Inference facilitates more effective simulation

The Engine for Likelihood-Free Inference is open to everyone, and it can help significantly reduce the…

Lack of joy from music linked to brain disconnection

Have you ever met someone who just wasn't into music? They may have a condition called…

How we know Zika virus causes Guillain-Barre Syndrome and birth defects

A structured analysis of the evidence confirms that infection with mosquito-borne Zika virus is a cause…

Feral cats now cover over 99.8 percent of Australia

Feral cats cover over 99.8 percent of Australia's land area, including almost 80 percent of the…