New genomic tools improve detection of rare DNA changes
WashU Medicine researchers have verified the accuracy of genetics tools to correctly identify all the rare DNA changes that make up an individual’s genomic mosaic
Hidden genetic differences in gut bacteria may hold clues to aging
Researchers analyzed approximately 12.8 million gut microbial genetic variants in 10,781 individuals across six cohorts, identifying 940 independent associations with 69 human health characteristics and
Review examines translational bottlenecks for plant-derived anti-inflammatory compounds
A review led by Professor Weidong Zhang at the School of Pharmacy, Naval Medical University, was published in Volume 2 of the journal Immunity &
CIRM grant funds new stem cell therapy to heal hearts
A new $6.9 million grant from the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) will support preclinical development of an investigational cell therapy for the heart
Tempted by snacks before bed? Here’s why – and what you can do about it
There are biological reasons why you may reach for sweet treats before bed, but you can change the habit.
Massie said he’ll bring back impeachment articles against Hegseth. Here’s what would happen next
Impeachment doesn’t automatically mean removal from office.
Can Democrats effectively abolish Electoral College after midterm wins?
We explain the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact and what it would take to enact it.
Does photo show Trump being carried by Secret Service agents after fainting over GOP midterm losses?
We found no evidence proving Trump suffered from a health event on election night.
How octopuses squeeze through tiny openings, step by step
In the lab, octopuses used specific moves to slip arms and a bulbous body through tiny holes. The finding could inspire new body plans for
Record-low temperature created on China’s space station
With gravity’s effects mitigated, atoms orbiting Earth on China’s space station reached about 10 trillionths of a kelvin.
Iran’s security chief meets Putin, delivers message from Khamenei
Putin meets Iran’s top security official to discuss regional security and receives a letter from Mojtaba Khamenei.
Gaza turns discarded cooking pots into seawalls
As winter approaches, Palestinians in Gaza are turning damaged cooking pots into makeshift seawalls to avoid flooding.
California governor commutes sentences of more than 500 people on death row
Gavin Newsom cites state values and flaws in the legal system as he grants largest mass clemency in US history.
Physician Suspected of 10 Murders; Doc Accused of Setting Fire to Another Doc’s Home
This is a MedPage Today story. A German physician who was arrested last summer on suspicion of killing four patients is now suspected of killing