There is only a short window of opportunity to seek medical help before rabies becomes almost…
Characterization of ‘hidden’ dioxins from informal e-waste processing
The composition of mixed brominated/chlorinated dibenzofurans (PXDFs) and diphenyl ethers in soils from an e-waste site…
‘Superbugs’ found on many hospital patients’ hands and what they touch most often
For decades, hospitals have worked to get staff to wash their hands and prevent the spread…
Petting zoos could potentially transmit highly virulent drug-resistant bacteria to visitors
New research shows that petting zoos can create a diverse reservoir of multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria, which…
Ecological study identifies potential association between antimicrobial resistance and climate change
New research identifies a novel association between antibiotic resistance and climate change.
Experts sound alarm as mosquito- and tick-borne diseases set to flourish in warmer climate
New research shows that the geographical range of vector-borne diseases such as Chikungunya, dengue fever, leishmaniasis,…
Train your brain, change your brain
Less than one hour of brain training with neurofeedback leads to a strengthening of neural connections…
ICU patients with non-brain-related injuries may suffer undetected cognitive dysfunction
Researchers assessed 20 patients as they left the ICU and every single patient had detectable cognitive…
Growth hormone acts to prevent weight loss
A new study shows that, like leptin, growth hormone contributes directly to energy conservation when the…
Unexpected properties uncovered in recently discovered superconductor
Researchers have found that crystals of a recently discovered superconducting material, a layered bismuth chalcogenide with…