Researchers develop compound 10 to slow Alzheimer’s disease progression
Researchers from ETH Zurich have developed an active ingredient that slows down the progression of typical Alzheimer’s symptoms in mice. This new substance protects nerve
Lightweight polymer protects X-ray workers from chronic pain and lead toxicity
A light, flexible polymer material developed at the University of Waterloo could replace the lead in heavy X-ray aprons, providing the same protection from harmful
Research highlights ongoing TORCH infection risks despite rising vaccination rates
The TORCH complex is a group of pathogens that can cause infections with mild or silent symptoms in an expecting mother, but in a developing
PhysicsX hits $2.4bn valuation as Temasek leads $300m round for the AI startup that cuts simulation times from days to seconds
London-based PhysicsX has raised $300 million in a Series C round led by Singaporean sovereign wealth fund Temasek, more than doubling its valuation to $2.4
The lawsuits that could give AI its Big Tobacco moment are already here
In the 1990s, almost every US state sued the tobacco industry. The resulting settlements cost hundreds of billions of dollars and transformed how cigarettes were
Philippines earthquake kills 15, prompts tsunami fears: All to know
The latest tremors come eight months after the Philippines suffered its strongest earthquake in 12 years.
China’s Xi Jinping arrives in North Korea on rare state visit
A cheering crowd dressed in festive attire welcomes the Chinese leader at Pyongyang’s main square.
Israel’s strikes on Iran expose Trump’s failure to restrain Netanyahu
Israel’s strikes on Iran expose Trump’s failure to restrain Netanyahu.
Top five-a-day foods new study says your heart needs
Not all fruit and veg is equal for getting nutrients called flavanols, say researchers.
Apple Expected to Detail Its A.I. Plans at Conference
For the second time, the company is expected to explain its artificial intelligence plans. Unlike some rivals, it is not reorganizing around the technology.
Two New Studies Ask: Did the iPhone Cause Birthrates to Decline?
Modern smartphones rolled out in 2007, the year that fertility rates began falling. Two studies say that is not a coincidence.
Will NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya stand up for scientists censored by the American Diabetes Association?
Last Friday, the American Diabetes Association censored diabetes researchers at its annual meeting who opposed the Trump administration’s NIH policies. Will “Flame of Freedom” winner
Stock markets fall on tech plunge and renewed Middle East attacks
Markets in Europe and Asia were hit by a tech sell-off, and oil rises as Iran and Israel launch attacks at each other
Trump to cheer on Knicks at NBA Finals game in New York City
The Knicks’ stunning winning streak has energised the city as the New York basketball team prepares for the third game of the finals series at