Researchers have found a trade-off with screen time and the cognition, behavior, and brains volume of adolescent and young children.
Health
Antimicrobial resistance is an unwinnable arms race
Experts argue a new approach is needed so that we are less reliant on antimicrobial drugs, where less use means less resistance.
How high blood pressure turns healthy cells into “foam cells”
High blood pressure can rapidly transform healthy arterial cells into inflammation-prone “foam cells” that pose an increased risk of cardiovascular-related issues.
Cellular architects “build their own houses”
Scientists have created biological structures that when left alone, self-assemble into materials that resemble living tissue.
Living biobots come together to repair torn tissue
Microscopic robots made out of a patient’s own cells may be able to work inside the body to repair damage, scope out signs of disease, or fight off infections.
Nuances of intermittent fasting and its effect on healthy lifespan
A neuroscientist and intermittent fasting expert weighs in on the potential health benefits of this diet that may go beyond just weight loss.
How expectations influence symptoms of gluten sensitivity
The nocebo effect appears to play a role in gluten sensitivity, indicating the brain’s possible involvement in the condition.
Fitness trackers powered by sweat
The generator harnesses energy from water and is built with a fiberform material derived from the straps of disposable medical masks.
Electrified microneedles get vaccine across the skin for cancer immunotherapy
Microneedle skin patches combined with a safe electrical current help antigens cross the skin to trigger an immune response against tumors.
A nanoparticle drug could one day help with weight loss
A nanotherapy could be used as part of a multifaceted strategy for individuals grappling with severe health implications of obesity.
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