Scientists

MIT scientists find a way to rejuvenate the immune system as we age

As people get older, the immune system often becomes less effective. Populations of T cells shrink, and the remaining cells…

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Stanford scientists uncover why mRNA COVID vaccines can trigger heart inflammation

Researchers at Stanford Medicine have identified the biological steps that explain how mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines can, in rare cases, lead…

4 months ago

Scientists found a way to restore brain blood flow in dementia

A potential new way to treat reduced brain blood flow and certain forms of dementia is beginning to emerge. Scientists…

4 months ago

Scientists reverse Alzheimer’s in mice and restore memory

A study reveals that restoring the brain's energy balance may not just slow Alzheimer's -- but actually reverse it. For…

4 months ago

MIT scientists strip cancer of its sugar shield

A research team from MIT and Stanford University has developed a new technique designed to push the immune system to…

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The 98% mystery: Scientists just cracked the code on “junk DNA” linked to Alzheimer’s

When people picture DNA, they often imagine a set of genes that shape our physical traits, influence behavior, and help…

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A quantum mystery that stumped scientists for decades is solved

A global research team led by Rice University physicist Pengcheng Dai has verified the presence of emergent photons and fractionalized…

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Scientists find dark chocolate ingredient that slows aging

A natural chemical in dark chocolate may play a role in slowing certain signs of biological aging. Researchers at King's…

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Scientists reveal the real benefits and hidden risks of medical cannabis

Medical cannabis is widely used for issues such as chronic pain, anxiety and insomnia, but a major analysis led by…

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Stressed rats keep returning to cannabis and scientists know why

It isn't just people -- when given the chance rats may also use cannabis to cope with stress, according to…

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