Universe's hidden supermassive black holes revealed
Astronomers have found evidence for a large population of hidden supermassive black holes in the Universe.
Arthritis drug could be used to treat blood cancer sufferers
Anti-inflammatory drug is one thousandth of the cost of the current drug which works in the same way
Discovery may open up cost effective treatment options not just for the NHS but also cancer patients across the world
Research breakthrough to treat girls-only epilepsy
Discovery expected to help thousands of young girls worldwide suffering from a rare yet debilitating form of epilepsy
New study again shows: More strokes with intracranial stents
VISSIT study confirms IQWiG's benefit assessment; case studies show no differences between acute and non-acute treatment
Superconductivity Record Bolstered by Magnetic Data
Measurements show that hydrogen sulfide superconducts much closer to room temperature than other materials do
Heart attack treatment hypothesis 'busted'
Basic research seriously challenges a long-standing hope that blocking calcium from entering energy-making mitochondria inside heart cells could prevent heart attack damage
Study explains how dengue virus adapts as it travels, increasing chances for outbreaks
Dengue virus has developed to optimize its ability to cause outbreaks as it travels across the globe
Link found between autoimmune diseases, medications, and a dangerous heartbeat condition
Screening and counseling recommended to decrease risk of life-threatening arrhythmias
Survey finds many physicians, clinicians work sick despite risk to patients
Many physicians and advanced practice clinicians, including registered nurse practitioners, midwives and physician assistants, reported to work while being sick despite recognizing this could put patients at risk, according to the results of a small survey published online by JAMA Pediatrics.
Fundamental beliefs about atherosclerosis overturned
Complications of artery-hardening condition are No. 1 killer worldwide
In 1950, the U.S. Released a Bioweapon in San Francisco
This was one of hundreds of bioweapon simulations carried out in the 1950s and 1960s
Aspirin may delay growth of asbestos-related cancer
Findings reported by University of Hawai'i Cancer Center researchers could eventually improve survival for patients with an aggressive cancer that attacks the lining of the chest wall
Tetris blocks traumatic flashbacks even after the memory is fixed
Manoeuvring the colourful tiles of Tetris can help block flashbacks of traumatic events, even after the memory has fixed itself in your mind.
The next anti-tuberculosis drug may already be in your local pharmacy
Testing thousands of approved drugs, EPFL scientists have identified an unlikely anti-tuberculosis drug: the over-the-counter antacid lansoprazole (Prevacid®).
An improved age for Earth's latest magnetic field reversal using radiometric dating
Age from volcanic ash dates Matuyama-Brunhes boundary to 770.2 ± 7.3 thousand years ago
Study shows second severe allergic reaction can occur hours after first
Affects almost 15 percent of kids
Cancer drug 49 times more potent than Cisplatin
Effectiveness shown in tests on ovarian and bowel cancer
Drug can shut down a cancer cell's metabolism
Developed by researchers at the University of Warwick's Warwick Cancer Research Centre
Tests conducted by the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute's Cancer Genome Project
New drug could be cheaper to produce and less harmful to healthy cells
Study finds that high fat diet changes gut microbe populations
Study finds that high fat diet changes gut microbe populations and the brain's ability to recognize fullness
Mass extinction event from South Africa's Karoo
New date of rocks links land and sea fossil records in one extinction event
Mammography benefits overestimated
An in-depth review of randomised trials on screening for breast, colorectal, cervical, prostate and lung cancers, published in the Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine, shows that the benefits of mammographic screening are likely to have been overestimated.
Researchers find the organization of the human brain to be nearly ideal
New research reveals that the structure of the human brain has an almost ideal network of connections
Peppermint oil and cinnamon could help treat and heal chronic wounds
Antimicrobial compounds from peppermint and cinnamon can kill biofilms and actively promote healing
Volcanic eruptions that changed human history
Researchers find new evidence that large eruptions were responsible for cold temperature extremes recorded since early Roman times
The Lancet: First real-life trial finds oral cholera vaccine protects against endemic disease and could speed up global control efforts
Findings lend support to use of the vaccine in routine mass vaccination programmes to control cholera in endemic countries
Virus 'partially restores hearing'
Scientists say they have taken a significant step towards treating some forms of deafness after restoring hearing in animals.
IBM Announces Computer Chips More Powerful Than Any in Existence
IBM said on Thursday that it had made working versions of ultradense computer chips, with roughly four times the capacity of today’s most powerful chips.
ISU study finds it's not what you do, but how you get yourself to exercise that matters
Developing any habit--good or bad--starts with a routine, and exercise is no exception.
Biomaterial scaffold implanted after spinal cord injury promotes nerve regeneration
Implanting a biomaterial scaffold bridging a spinal cord lesion creates a tissue environment more favorable for nerve regeneration
Researchers Just Found a Surprising Stash of Dinosaur Eggshells in Japan
The eggs belonged to a slew of different species and represent the first nesting site discovered in Japan
Volcanic rocks resembling Roman concrete explain record uplift in Italian caldera

Inspiration for Roman concrete came from observing interactions between the volcanic ash at Pozzuoli and seawater

Smoking 'may play schizophrenia role'

Smoking could play a direct role in the development of schizophrenia and needs to be investigated, researchers say.

Surge of Ebola in Liberia May Be Linked to a Survivor

Resurgence of Ebola in Liberia, may have originated with a survivor still carrying the virus

Gray Matter: Empathy Is Actually a Choice

ONE death is a tragedy. One million is a statistic.

Japanese team discovers 24 new geoglyphs at Nazca, including llamas

Smaller than their famous peers, but estimated to be several centuries older

Astronomer's Ashes Nearing Icy World He Discovered: Pluto
Come Tuesday, Clyde Tombaugh will pass within 7,800 miles of the icy world he discovered 85 years ago.
Ultrasound may heal chronic wounds, suggests study
A blast of ultrasound can help stubborn chronic wounds heal more quickly, a study suggests.
Pluto flyby: Meet the 'King of the Kuiper Belt'
Sometimes it is hard to comprehend the size of things in astronomy.