Scientists are hopeful that a new, more sensitive test for detecting ovarian cancer might provide better options, especially for patients with BRCA genes.
Unlocking personalized leukemia therapy using epigenetic biomarkers
A specific epigenetic signature in patients who respond to chemotherapy offers potential to improve treatment.
Bacteria found in tumors could prove a potent anticancer tool
Bacteria residing inside tumors provide a surprisingly powerful immunotherapy platform to combat different cancers.
Scientists identify a new molecular mechanism for autism
High levels of nitric oxide, a signaling chemical in the brain, appear to contribute to the behavioral deficits observed in autism.
A thread-like neurological probe offers unprecedented insights into the brain
An ultra-thin and flexible probe could improve scientists’ ability to measure neurological activity in the brain.
Bio-inspired device mimics natural hearing to outshine cochlear implants
Mimicking a part of the inner ear, a specialized hearing device converts vibrations into nerve signals without needing a battery.
Storing unhackable data in metamaterials
Mechanical metamaterials are finding application in data storage with benefits such as immunity to degradation and hacker protection.
New type of superconductor discovered
For decades, it was thought that only two types of superconductors existed, but a new study has just uncovered a third.
Novel lung model to test drugs and understand infections
New lung model raises hopes for more realistic modeling of new drugs and therapies.
Laser-assisted 4D printing could open new avenues in science and technology
4D printing of metallic shape-morphing systems can be applied in many fields, including aerospace, smart manufacturing, naval equipment, and biomedical engineering.