Why obesity is more dangerous for men

A newly published study sheds light on the biological underpinnings in sex differences in obesity-related disease,…

Air quality improvements lead to more sulfur fertilizer use

As the atmospheric deposition of sulfur has decreased, the use of sulfur fertilizer in Midwestern U.S.…

Searching for the earliest galaxies in the universe

Astronomers have used data from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) Early Release Observations and discovered…

NASA's Webb Telescope reveals links between galaxies near and far

A new analysis of distant galaxies imaged by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope shows that they…

Smallpox has plagued humans since ancient Egyptian times, new evidence confirms

Smallpox was once one of humanity’s most devastating diseases, but its origin is shrouded in mystery.…

Toxoplasmosis: Pathogen with molecular master key

Parasitologists have shown that a complex of two protein variants plays a significant role in toxoplasmosis…

Another step toward an insulin tablet

For the millions of people living with diabetes, insulin is a life-saving drug. Unlike many other…

Geometry of the brain, dimensions of the mind

A new approach using functional MRI, an imaging technique that allows you to see and measure…

Genetic code change drives common lung cancer type

A new study found that deleting a gene called KMT2D caused normal (basal) lung cells grown…

Jet engine lubrication oils are a major source of ultrafine particles

Recent measurements have shown that Frankfurt International Airport is a major source of ultrafine particles and…