A compound in green tea might help to fight against super bugs
Now antibiotic resistant bacteria are one of the biggest threats to global health. As scientists scramble to find solutions, a recent study concludes that a compound found in green tea might boost existing drugs.
Why is tooth enamel so strong and last a lifetime?
A new and first of its type glimpse at the nanostructure of tooth enamel helps to explain why the hardest substance in the human body is so incredibly resilient.
Farm animals and growing antibiotic resistance
In a recent study scientists have found that antibiotic resistance is on the rise among farm animals in low-to-middle income countries. This could have a severe impact on the animals' well-being and the health of consumers. For this reason, they urge the...
New head device might prevent memory loss in Alzheimer's patient
A small open-label clinical trial working with eight people with Alzheimer's disease concluded that a new wearable device that emits electromagnetic impulses was able to significantly improve memory loss in seven of these participants within 2 months. ...
Scientists have developed a steam cells transplantation process to repair brain
By utilizing a feature of the immune system, researchers open the door for stem cell transplants to repair the brain. And the transplanted brain stem cells survive without anti-rejection drugs in mice.
Our dreams are short lived; but why? Study sheds light
A new study in mice identifies a group of neurons that helps reveal why and how the brain forgets dreams
Can human bodies move on their own after their death…?
Scientists studying the process of decomposition in a body after death from natural causes discovered that, without any external "assistance," human remains can change their position . This discovery has very important impli...
Economic crisis may speed up aging
Recently a Research team found that adults who spend as few as 4 years in economic crisis could be at risk of speed up aging in comparison with adults who do not experience periods of poverty.
A newly invented hydrogel for repairing heart proves safe to inject in humans
Scientists have successfully conducted a first-in-human , FDA-approved Phase 1 clinica l trial of an injectable hydrogel that aims to repair damage and restore cardiac function in heart failure patients who previously suffered a heart attack. ...
A way to prevent hair loss due to chemotherapy is visible
In a recent study scientists have uncovered a novel method that could potentially prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss, with the use of an ex vivo organ culture model. The great findings were published in EMBO Molecular Medicine....
Hearing aids may lessen the risk of dementia, falling and depression
Wearing hearing aids can dramatically lessen the risk of dementia, depression and serious falls, according to the largest study of its type.
Drinking tea could improve brain connectivity
A new study on drinking tea has found evidence which propose that drinking tea could have a positive effect on the structure of the brain, possibly helping to protect against cognitive decline as we age.
Scientists have invented 3D structure of a key cancer molecule
Scientists have discovered 3D structure of a key molecule involved in mixing and matching genetic information within cells. The invention Opens up the potential to target proteins of this family to combat cancer's diversity and evolution.
Study found links between body fitness and brain function
The largest recent study of its type concludes that there are links between physical fitness and improved cognitive performance. The researchers also show that this boost in mental powers is associated with white matter integrity.
Poor dental health is linked to cognitive decline in older adults
A good dental health is very important but is there any relation between tooth health and brain? Discerned stress may detrimentally impact oral health which, in turn, may lead to cognitive decline among specific elderly communities, according to two new s...
E-cigarette, even without nicotine is injurious for lung health
Generally nicotine free e- liquids have been considered safe; however, the impact of flavoring chemicals, especially on immune cells, has not been widely researched. A recent study shows that even though flavoring compounds are considered s...