Malaria infection causes permanent damage to the spleen immune cells
Macrophages formed in the bone marrow can only assume the function of embryonal phagocytes, or “scavenger cells,” to a certain degree according to a study
High childhood body mass index linked to adult childlessness
A study of almost 61,000 women in Denmark, published in the journal JAMA Network Open, finds that women who had an overweight or obesity body
Elon Musk’s SpaceX reports losses but less than expected
Revenue was up more than 90 percent from the same period a year ago, beating analyst expectations.
How the far right weaponised the Ceuta crisis
More than 72 migrants died trying to reach Ceuta, but within hours the tragedy had become a political flashpoint.
Funeral for family killed in US strike on Iran’s Qeshm Island
The funeral for a couple and their toddler took place after they were killed in the US strike on Iran’s Qeshm Island.
Roman Space Telescope Plaque Install
Technicians inside the Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center complete installation of a commemorative plaque on the agency’s Nancy Grace Roman Space
Breast cancer co-opts the immune system to attract nerves that fuel tumor growth
New research from the University of Oklahoma demonstrates how an aggressive form of breast cancer co-opts the body’s own immune system to attract nerves that
Comedy videos help people recognize subtle positive facial expressions
In everyday life, the ability to read facial expressions plays a vital role in social communication, as it reveals a speaker’s underlying emotions, intentions, and
New 3D brain tissue model accelerates Alzheimer’s drug development
How can Alzheimer’s research be made faster, better, and more effective? After decades of intensive research worldwide and despite recent therapeutic advances, scientists have not
Study shows how solid food shapes immune system development
In a mouse model, LMU researchers have discovered a signaling pathway through which diet influences the development of the immune system.
DNA Script and leading healthcare solutions provider awarded up to $26 M by ARPA-H to advance cell-free DNA bioproduction
DNA Script, a pioneer in DNA synthesis providing scientists with rapid, on-demand access to high-quality DNA, today announced that in collaboration with prime awardee GE
Mysterious elephant deaths in Kenya raise questions around pesticides
A wave of Kenyan elephant deaths has been blamed on pesticides, but experts tell the BBC they are doubtful.
‘My grandmother subjected my baby to female genital mutilation behind my back’
In Colombia, where FGM is still practised by some members of an indigenous group, a landmark bill banning the practice has been enacted.
‘I was slut-shamed’ – Indian women ‘cockroach’ protesters doxxed and abused
Women tell the BBC how they were harassed for participating in the CJP protest and posting about it online.