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What gives meteorites their shape? New research uncovers a 'Goldilocks' answer
Meteoroids coming from outer space are randomly shaped, but many of these, which land on earth as meteorites, are found to be carved into cones.
Evolutionary gene loss may help explain why only humans are prone to heart attacks
Loss of a gene 2 to 3 million years ago could be linked to why coronary events are so common in humans and so rare in other animals
Researchers find widespread aspirin use despite few benefits, high risks
2019 guidelines now explicitly recommend against aspirin use among those over the age of 70 who do not have existing heart disease or stroke
New study explains the molecular mechanism for the therapeutic effects of cilantro
Herbs, including cilantro, have long been used as folk remedies
How fat prawns can save lives
Small-scale farming of freshwater crustaceans could be a win-win for communities where schistosomiasis is common
Warning to those wanting to spice up their lives
Think twice before adding that extra kick of chili sauce or chopped jalapeno to your meal.
The Quietly Changing Consensus on Neutering Dogs
A growing body of research has documented the health risks of getting certain breeds fixed early-so why aren't shelters changing their policies?
Survey finds patients want more guidance from physicians on self-care
National poll finds barriers and disconnects in perceptions about health and well-being
The aberrant global synchrony of present-day warming
Were extended warm or cold periods in the past worldwide, or only regional? Efforts to reconstruct Earth's climate history suggest that the near-global extent of ongoing warming is unparalleled over the past 2,000 years.
Cancer-cell death ironed out
Ferroptosis is a form of cell death. The finding that cells that have certain mutations in the Hippo signalling pathway are susceptible to ferroptosis might offer a way to treat a cancer called mesothelioma.
Animal adaptations ‘not keeping pace with climate change’
International study highlights impact on phenology.
Guiding Patients to and Through Second Opinions
Advice From Medical Oncologists
MERS-CoV vaccine is safe and induces strong immunity in Army-led first-in-human trial
First vaccine candidate to be tested in humans
Extra weight in 60s may be linked to brain thinning years later
May accelerate brain aging by at least a decade
Lobster organs and reflexes damaged by marine seismic surveys
Seismic air guns damage sensory organs and righting reflexes of rock lobster
Fungal compound deodorizes skunk smell
Being sprayed by a skunk is no fun for people or their pets, and the strong, stinky secretions can serve as a nasty reminder of the wildlife encounter for days or weeks.
One dose of HPV vaccine may be enough, Australian research finds
One dose of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine has comparable effectiveness to two or three doses for preventing cervical pre-cancer, according to a new study.
Genes underscore five psychiatric disorders
A group of international doctors has uncovered the genes that contribute to the development of ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, bipolar disorder, major depression and schizophrenia.
Changes in human diet shed light on human evolution
Change in the human diet reflects a behavioral shift approximately 1.65 million years ago
How our bodies coddle cancer
Tumors resist chemotherapy with help from a surprising source: nearby normal cells. Researchers are developing workarounds.
T cells trim the fat and protect against obesity
Immune cells protect against obesity by regulating the diverse communities of intestinal bacteria in mice
Strange bacteria hint at ancient origin of photosynthesis
Structures inside rare bacteria are similar to those that power photosynthesis in plants today, suggesting the process is older than assumed.
The Marvels of Tick Saliva
Ticks use their saliva to create a "lake of blood" inside their hosts.


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