This is a neuron on nicotine

Newly developed sensors visually illustrate how nicotine affects cells from the inside out.

High-calorie desserts might not be all bad

If you're going to choose dessert first, then the high-calorie option might lead to your eating…

Parenting in the age of legal pot: Household rules, conversations help guide teen use

The legalization of marijuana in Washington state in 2012 gave parents the opportunity for a new…

RNAs play key role in protein aggregation and in neurodegenerative disease

New research reveals RNAs, which are crucial for cells to produce proteins, are also involved in…

Viral communications hacking boosts Leishmania infections

New research has found that a virus infecting the Leishmania parasite spreads by exploiting a mechanism…

Renewable oils for use in lubricants synthesized

Lubricants keep the world moving, but they leave a heavy environmental footprint. New research provides a…

Sociologists study the impact religion has on child development

Do children raised by religious parents have better social and psychological development than those raised in…

Promising approach for analyzing atmospheric particles from space

A new analysis has revealed that advanced satellite-based instrument capabilities are needed for global monitoring of…

Erenumab in migraine: Indication of considerable added benefit for certain patients

The first drug of a new drug class can reduce the number of headache days if…

A better way to make plastics out of sulfur

Scientists have discovered a new process to make polymers out of sulfur which could provide a…