UC Irvine develops human-like colon model for precision medicine
Researchers at the University of California, Irvine have developed a 3D human colon model integrated with bioelectronics to aid in colorectal cancer research and drug
Does eating watermelon lower blood pressure?
Researchers reviewed the role of watermelon as a natural source of L-citrulline and its potential to improve cardiovascular health by enhancing nitric oxide production. While
Discovery explains why women face higher risk of Alzheimer’s and multiple sclerosis
New research by UCLA Health has identified a sex-chromosome linked gene that drives inflammation in the female brain, offering insight into why women are disproportionately
What happens when microplastics reach the testes? Study shows autophagy and cell loss
Researchers found that microplastics from everyday plastic tableware accumulate in human semen and, although not linked to semen quality in the full cohort, were associated
Ancient lead exposure may have shaped human evolution and language
A groundbreaking international study changes the view that exposure to the toxic metal lead is largely a post-industrial phenomenon.
China sacks officials over viral Arc’teryx fireworks show in Tibet
Videos of fireworks resembling a “rising dragon” erupting over Himalayan foothills had drawn backlash.
Trump says he authorised CIA in Venezuela as Maduro says ‘no to regime change’
Trump would not be drawn on whether the CIA was seeking to topple Maduro.
Indian cinema tickets are getting pricier – but not everyone’s complaining
Experts say while the big-screen magic still matters, it must come at a price that doesn’t hurt the pocket.
‘I can’t afford to save both twins’: Sudan’s war left one mother with an impossible choice
The destruction and hunger that Sudan’s war has brought leaves parents with some impossible choices.
We all have a (very tiny) glow of light, no movie magic needed
Normal cellular processes in living things — from germinating plants to our own cells — create biophotons, though escaping light isn’t visible to us.
LIVE: Gaza ceasefire fears as Israel demands return of all captives’ bodies
Israel continues to restrict aid entering Gaza says Hamas has not met its end of deal to release all bodies of captives.
Trump authorises CIA operations in Venezuela, says mulling land attack
US president refused to directly answer whether he was trying to topple the Maduro government as tensions escalate.
Gaza medics find signs of torture on Palestinian bodies returned by Israel
Health officials in Gaza say many of the 90 returned bodies bore marks of violence and possible executions.
REM sleep may reshape what we remember
Researchers trace how different sleep stages may fine-tune what we remember, trading specifics for more general knowledge.