New immunotherapeutic strategy shows promise in eradicating infectious biofilms
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Eco-friendly biodiesel from palm oil?
Vegetable oil biofuels are increasingly used as an alternative to fossil fuels despite the growing…
Rare lizard fossil preserved in amber
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Astronomers detect biggest explosion in the history of the Universe
Scientists studying a distant galaxy cluster have discovered the biggest explosion seen in the Universe…
No country should make ‘fatal’ mistake of ignoring COVID-19: Tedros
All countries should do more to prevent the spread of COVID-19 coronavirus and none should…
Learning difficulties due to poor connectivity, not specific brain regions
Different learning difficulties do not correspond to specific regions of the brain, as previously thought,…
Excellent long-term stability of treatment gains of stepwise treatment for pediatric OCD
A study reports that the long-term stability of treatment gains for children and adolescents diagnosed…
Shaping the future of machine learning for active matter
Now researchers are presenting guidelines for how active matter, such as cells and microorganisms, can…
Anthropogenic seed dispersal: Rethinking the origins of plant domestication
Over the past three millennia, selective breeding has dramatically widened the array of plant domestication…
STAT Plus: They have ‘Alzheimer’s brains’ but no symptoms. A new wave of drug developers wants to know why
For years they were flukes of the Alzheimer’s world: elderly people who died at an…
Gene loss more important in animal kingdom evolution than previously thought
Scientists have shown that some key points of animal evolution — like the ones leading…
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Metals could be the link to new antibiotics
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STAT Plus: Pharmalittle: Gilead accelerates coronavirus trial; FDA says coronavirus vaccine will take time
Rise and shine, everyone, another busy day is on the way. This is a fast-paced…
Computer scientists’ new tool fools hackers into sharing keys for better cybersecurity
Instead of blocking hackers, a new cybersecurity defense approach actually welcomes them. The method, called…
Joseph Charles Stoddart
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As clinical pharmacologists representing a truly generalist specialty, spanning all ages and organs, we welcome…
Covid-19: Trump says risk to Americans is “very low”
President Donald Trump described the US response to the covid-19 outbreak as “a tremendous success”…
Post-SSRI sexual dysfunction
Sexual difficulties after treatment with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) were first reported to regulators…
Health inequalities: death by political means
Austerity does not result in a fair society or healthier lives. The evidence is clear…
SPIRIT extension and elaboration for n-of-1 trials: SPENT 2019 checklist
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Smoking and drinking link to recreational drug use by young people: UN-backed report
The use of alcohol and tobacco by young people and children is closely linked to…
Promoting professionalism: five minutes with . . . Sheona MacLeod
“What is professionalism, and how do you foster it? I suspect that everyone has a…
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This is a radiograph (fig 1) of the spade phalanx sign of acromegaly. The patient…
Revitalising audit and feedback to improve patient care
Key messagesClinical audit and feedback entail reviewing clinical performance against explicit standards and delivering feedback…
STAT Plus: Health care conference about conflicts of interest has a conflict itself, say critics who won’t attend
In an effort to better understand how conflicts of interest may affect health care, the…
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Opinion: For medicine regulators, reliance is a global imperative
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Opinion: Physician practice consolidation: It’s only just begun
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A critical question in getting a handle on coronavirus: What role do kids play in spreading it?
Among the many, many unknowns about the new coronavirus: What role do children play in…
How An Arch On The Foot Helped Hominids Walk Upright
A new study suggests that the arch running across the width of each of our…
A Simple Guide To Asking Nonstupid Questions During Scientific Discussions
Here’s a quick guide to make sure you keep your scientific career and spend it…
Science Shows That Nature Can Make Children Happy
A new study revealed that children who are more in touch with nature are more…
How Ordering From Local Stores Can Curb CO2 Emissions
According to a new study, opting to ordering items for delivery from your local store…
How Scammers Could Benefit From COVID-19 Outbreak
A new update revealed Michigan’s Department of Health and Human Services joined with Attorney General…
Wearable Device Could Predict, Prevent Heart Failure
Per a recent news release, scientists managed to create the prototype of a new wearable…
Why Men Should Get Rid Of Facial Hair Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
According to a news release, men with different kinds of facial hair may need to…
Diabetes Diet: Best Snacks To Consume When Combating Disease
Here are the best snacks that you can munch on when following a diabetes diet….
Skin Cancer: Who Are At Risk?
Skin cancer can affect anyone, irrespective of skin color. Read Original Article: Skin Cancer: Who…
A UN-backed boost for women-run businesses in the developing world
Many women running small businesses in emerging markets in developing countries have to juggle their…
Understanding The Impact Of Prenatal Care: Improving Metrics, Data, And Evaluation – Health Affairs
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East Texas hospital adds nurse-midwife positions to prenatal, post-natal care team – KLTV
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Can Coronavirus Pass From Pregnant Women to Infants? – Contagionlive.com
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I Fled China 8 Months Pregnant During The Coronavirus Outbreak. Here’s Why I Think You Shouldn’t Panic. – BuzzFeed News
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‘I felt like crying’: Navigating pregnancy in a strained system – Baltimore Sun
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Making a more accurate pregnancy test for humpback whales – Ars Technica
Making a more accurate pregnancy test for humpback whales Ars Technica Read Original Article: Making a…
Metal-organic frameworks can separate gases despite the presence of water
Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are promising materials for inexpensive and less energy-intensive gas separation even in…
Large exoplanet could have the right conditions for life
Astronomers have found an exoplanet more than twice the size of Earth to be potentially…
News in Brief 26 February 2020
– WHO chief: ‘No time for complacency’ on coronavirus disease – UN health and tourism…
News in Brief 25 February 2020
– World must tackle ‘relentless’ displacement crisis: Guterres – Geneva event for youth aims to give…