Why males pack a powerful punch
Elk have antlers. Rams have horns. In the animal kingdom, males develop specialized weapons for…
Month: February 2020
New therapy option identified for early-stage breast cancer
Radionuclide therapy has been successful in delaying the growth of disseminated tumor cells in early-stage…
Genome stability: Intricate process of DNA repair discovered
An elaborate system of filaments, liquid droplet dynamics and protein connectors enables the repair of…
Scientists unravel mystery of photosynthesis
Scientists solved a critical part of the mystery of photosynthesis, focusing on the initial, ultrafast…
Extreme weather conditions can tax urban drainage systems to the max
During a typical Canadian winter, snow accumulation and melt — combined with sudden rainfalls —…
Scientists document collapse of key Central American forest engineer
White-lipped peccaries have declined by as much as 87% to 90% from their historical range…
Scientists learn more about the first hours of a lithium-ion battery’s life
The first hours of a lithium-ion battery’s life largely determine just how well it will…
$675 million appeal to stop coronavirus in its tracks, as deaths rise
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) appealed on Wednesday for $675 million to…
STAT Plus: Gilead loses its challenge to a pair of U.S. patents over an HIV prevention pill
In a setback to Gilead Sciences (GILD), a federal panel rejected its bid to invalidate…
Astronomers discover unusual monster galaxy in the very early universe
Astronomers have found an unusual monster galaxy that existed about 12 billion years ago, when…
New quasi-particle discovered: The Pi-ton
New particles are usually only found in huge particle accelerators. But something quite similar can…
Short term fixes have made parts of NHS financially unstable, auditors warn
NHS trusts are increasingly relying on short term measures, including one-off savings, to meet yearly…
Unhappy doctors: changing the status woe
Mathew is right to speak up against the narrative of despondence that seems to colour…
Radiologists describe coronavirus imaging features
Researchers describe CT imaging features that aid in the early detection and diagnosis of Wuhan…
Opinion: Novel coronavirus 2019-nCoV exposes a flaw in the Nagoya Protocol
As the number of people infected with the novel coronavirus 2019-nCoV increases each day, scientists…
STAT Plus: Pharmalittle: Trump claims on drug prices are mostly false; Merck to spin off old drugs into new company
Good morning, everyone, and welcome to the middle of the week, which arrived rather quickly,…
Bumble bees prefer a low-fat diet
Are bees dying of malnourishment? Researchers examine the interactions between plants and insects. Using behavioral…
Global cooling after nuclear war would harm ocean life
A nuclear war that cooled Earth could worsen the impact of ocean acidification on corals,…
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Merck to spin off new $6.5 billion firm focused on women’s health, older drugs
Merck said Wednesday that it will create a new drug company to sell many of…
STAT Plus: New ‘real world evidence’ company leverages medical societies to produce data for pharma
Two years ago, Roche spent $1.9 billion to buy a startup, Flatiron Health, which uses…
Novel coronavirus: Australian GPs raise concerns about shortage of face masks
General practitioners in Australia have raised concerns over their safety and the safety of their…
STAT Plus: This biotech just bought three failed drugs. Here’s why
Biopharma companies don’t usually buy experimental drugs that don’t work. But that’s exactly what CODA…
China coronavirus should be on “everybody’s agenda,” says vaccine expert
Novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) should be on “everybody’s agenda,” says Seth Berkley, chief executive officer of…
Sexual health: government “should set clear targets” to tackle rising number of STIs in England
The UK government must implement a new national strategy for tackling sexually transmitted infections (STIs)…
Targeted measles and rubella vaccination campaign aims to stop global surge in cases
A new vaccination campaign will aim to vaccinate 45 million children in seven developing countries…
Former NHS director convicted of voyeurism is struck off
Jonathan Fielden, former deputy medical director of NHS England, has been struck off the UK…
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Edwin Christopher Cawte
bmj;368/feb04_10/m412/FAF1faEdwin Christopher Cawte was born in Bournemouth and from the age of 8 to 13…
Michael Frederick Hasenfuss
bmj;368/feb04_9/m411/FAF1faMichael Frederick Hasenfuss (“Fred”) passed his finals in 1970 and swore never to sit another…
Avocado Oil Health Benefits: What You Need To Know
Similar to olive oil in terms of nutrient content, avocado oil has health benefits that…
Fisherman Finds SpaceX Dragon Capsule Piece On Water And Fishes It Out
Very much like fishermen, charter captains usually just haul in fishes during fishing trips. However,…
Chatbots are screening for the new coronavirus — and turning up cases of the flu
SAN FRANCISCO — As the new coronavirus spreads, health-tech startups with medical chatbots are scrambling…
Opinion: In hospitals, housekeepers are truly the ‘keepers of the house’
Malcolm cleans patient rooms and offices in the large medical center where we both work…
Is The Word ‘Pet’ Patronizing Our Animal Friends? PETA Thinks So
Animal rights group PETA believes the word “pet” is wrong and should be changed. How…
Robert Pattinson Is The World’s Handsomest Man, Per Science
New report reveals that “Batman” star Robert Pattinson has been recently named the “most handsome…
In the race to develop a coronavirus treatment, Regeneron thinks it has the inside track
TARRYTOWN, N.Y. — The novel coronavirus arrived at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals’ sprawling campus like any other…
STAT Plus: 4 ways Walmart is hoping its retail savvy can overhaul the health care system
Walmart made waves in September when it announced an ambitious plan to create new, freestanding…
Women In Science You Should Know About
Here are top women that made incredible breakthroughs in science that you should read up…
How The Goop Lab’s Pseudoscience Is Actually Harmful
Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop recently launched its own series on Netflix. Does its content actually harm…
Why People Fall For Fake Science And Fake News
Why do people actually believe in fake science news? What can we do about it?…
New Jersey Dentist Suspended After More Than A Dozen Patients Became Seriously Ill
According to a recent report, an oral surgeon in Morris County, whose office was associated…
Coronavirus And SARS: How Are They Similar To Each Other?
New research reveals just how similar the nCoV and SARS virus really is. Read Original…
7 Fitness And Diet Hacks From Jennifer Lopez
Here are some of the fitness rules J.Lo follows that you can follow if you…
5 Apple Cider Vinegar Uses That Will Surprise You
Though known mainly for its health benefits, apple cider vinegar has other uses that will…
South Sudan: UN official welcomes release of women and children abducted by armed group
The expert leading UN efforts to stamp out sexual violence committed during wartime has welcomed the release of 78 women and…
Democrats interrupted Trump’s State of the Union to chant about their drug pricing bill
WASHINGTON — President Trump’s brief remarks on drug pricing during Tuesday’s State of the Union…
Workout All About Sattva Yoga in Jersey City – hobokengirl.com
Workout All About Sattva Yoga in Jersey City hobokengirl.com Read Original Article: Workout All About Sattva…
Do People Crave Foods Their Moms Ate During Pregnancy? – The Atlantic
Do People Crave Foods Their Moms Ate During Pregnancy? The Atlantic Read Original Article: Do People…
Women are getting pregnancy congratulations letters, but they aren’t expecting – ABC15 Arizona
Women are getting pregnancy congratulations letters, but they aren’t expecting ABC15 Arizona Read Original Article: Women…
Grimes on what pregnancy has done to her skin – Page Six
Grimes on what pregnancy has done to her skin Page Six Read Original Article: Grimes on…
Common questions about marijuana and pregnancy, according to doctors – Insider – INSIDER
Common questions about marijuana and pregnancy, according to doctors – Insider INSIDER Read Original Article: Common…