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Cowpea virus immunotherapy prevents cancer metastases
Plant-based virus stimulates the body’s immune response to fight off established and budding cancer metastases.
Amyloid beta: Bad for the brain, good for the liver
A new study finds that amyloid beta, a culprit in Alzheimer’s disease, is important for maintaining a healthy liver.
Certain probiotics could help prevent and manage heart disease
Study finds patients with high risk factors for cardiovascular disease may benefit from preemptive use of specific probiotics.
Tiny, self-propelled machines might be key to fighting antimicrobial resistance
Microscopic machines powered by light are a “double threat” to bacteria and could help combat the growing problem of drug resistance.
Decisions, decisions! How neurons connect to shape our choices
A new study cracks the brain’s code on decision-making, uncovering how neurons are wired during the process.
Floating photocatalysts help break down water pollution using light
Sunlight-activated floating photocatalysts offer accessible water purification, vital for remote regions and developing communities.
How a gut-on-a-chip is getting to the bottom of our gut’s microbiome
This artificial gut will allow scientists to gain deeper insights into the biome that exists there and how dysregulation can lead to disease.
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A new study finds that prescription generic galantamine and the over-the-counter supplement are not created equal, despite label claims.
Smart wearable device monitors high-risk postpartum women
A cloud-integrated wearable device could help catch postpartum problems during those critical first weeks after delivery.
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