Columbia engineers build biologically powered chip
System combines biological ion channels with solid-state transistors to create a new kind of electronics
Twin civilisations? How life on an exoplanet could spread to its neighbour
Could this ever happen between close planetary neighbours?
Drug shows potential as safe and effective for most prevalent form of adult leukemia
Phase I/II clinical trial data shows up to 95 percent response rate in relapsed chronic lymphocytic leukemia
Global fossil-fuel emissions could decline in 2015, Stanford-led study finds
Annual global carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuels could drop slightly in 2015, according to a report from the Global Carbon Project led by a Stanford University researcher.
Pharmaceutical CBD (cannabidiol) shows promise for children with severe epilepsy
Significant seizure reduction in studies using CBD in combination with AEDs
Migraine triggers may all act through a common pathway
Migraines can be triggered by a variety of factors, including stress, sleep disruption, noise, odors, and diet.
Ham tradition hit by cancer report
Some Japanese consumers seem to be avoiding ham as gifts this year
Antidepressant with novel action appears safe and effective in phase 1b clinical trial
A small clinical trial of a novel antidepressant that stimulates neurogenesis - the production of new brain cells - shows that the compound appears to be safe and may be effective against depression.
Link between PCOS in the mother and autism in the child
Children born to mothers with polycystic ovarian syndrome are at an increased risk of developing autism spectrum disorders
How to beat anyone at rock-paper-scissors, according to a Chinese mathematician
The question of how to win at rock-paper-scissors has, believe it or not, plagued mathematicians and game theorists for some time.
Learning and Brain Activity Boosted by Dose of Small Compound
In people, a molecule called d-cycloserine improved test performance and strengthened brain cell connections
International research partnership yields discovery of a new fossil species
An international research partnership is revealing the first mosasaur fossil of its kind to be discovered in Japan.
Human trials suggest 'rescued' drug could be safer treatment for bipolar disorder
Initial human trial promising for 'failed' drug ebselen
Dogs (and probably many other animals) have a conscience too!
Self-consciousness: beyond the looking-glass and what dogs found there
Japanese Akatsuki probe enters Venus orbit after inspired hack
Japanese Akatsuki probe enters Venus orbit after inspired hack
Molecule clears Alzheimer's plaques in mice
A molecule can clear Alzheimer's plaques from the brains of mice and improve learning and memory, Korean scientists have found in early tests.
Dinosaurs Evolved in a Startlingly Short Time
New fossil dates show beasts arose from their ancestors in half the time researchers previously thought
Living longer and healthier in mind but not in body
Women are now spending fewer years with cognitive impairment but more years with disability compared to 20 years ago, new research has revealed.
After menopause, vulvovaginal troubles are common and linked with other pelvic problems
Nevertheless, over 30 percent of women haven't seen a gynecologist, and over 80 percent didn't get the standard treatment
Laziness and lack of sleep ― especially when combined ― can shorten your life
New study says sitting and lack of sleep should join a short list of behaviors known to increase your risk of premature death
The Lancet: Happiness and unhappiness have no direct effect on mortality
Study has shown that happiness itself has no direct effect on mortality
Plant compound found in spices and herbs increases brain connections
Brazilian research shows that the flavonoid apigenin has potential to treat diseases like schizophrenia, depression, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's
An Advance in Artificial Intelligence Rivals Human Abilities
Computer researchers reported artificial-intelligence advances on Thursday that surpassed human capabilities for a narrow set of vision-related tasks.
Controversial prostate cancer screening can be improved by repeating abnormal tests
Ottawa study shows repeating an abnormal PSA test reduces unnecessary biopsies by 55 percent
Safe, inexpensive chemical found to reverse symptoms of progeria in human cells
Finding could lead to treatments for rare genetic illness as well as normal aging
Moderate drinking linked to reduced risk of death in early stage Alzheimer's disease
Death rates lower among those totting up 2-3 daily units than among drinkers of more or fewer
Road map of awareness could help us rouse unconscious people
The road map of conscious awareness has been deciphered.
Giving Directions? Start With a Landmark.
There are many ways to give directions, but some formats are more effective than others, according to a new study.
Fewer Young People Are Drinking and Driving, Study Says
Far fewer young Americans are drinking and driving than they once did, according to a new survey, even as vehicle accidents remain their No. 1 killer.
Cancer cell collaborators smooth the way for cancer cells to metastasize
At ASCB 2015: Cancer cell collaborators unmasked
Research traces cause of organ dysfunction in Down syndrome
Johns Hopkins scientists find overload of one gene hinders peripheral nervous system
Australia pulls Nurofen products over 'misleading claims'
An Australian court has ordered products in the Nurofen pain relief range off the shelves, saying the UK-based manufacturer misled consumers