New understanding of fly behavior has potential application in robotics, public safety
Scientists have identified an automatic behavior in flies that helps them assess wind conditions —…
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Building bridges between cells for brain health
The brain contains many cell types, from the prominent neurons to the lesser-known microglia. The…
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A rare form of ice at the center of a cool new discovery about how water droplets freeze
Researchers explain a new mechanism for ice formation. Ice can form near the free surface…
Lampreys possess a ‘jaw-dropping’ evolutionary origin
Lampreys are one of only two living jawless vertebrates Jaws are formed by a key…
Researchers develop state-of-the-art device to make artificial intelligence more energy efficient
Engineering researchers have demonstrated a state-of-the-art hardware device that could reduce energy consumption for artificial…
Have a seat, doctor: Study suggests eye-level connection makes a difference in hospitals
When doctors sit at hospitalized patients’ bedsides, it can have a more positive impact than…
‘Prelude’ to neuromuscular disease SMA may offer chances for better treatment
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a severe neurological disease for which there is presently no…
Common Cancer Myths and Misconceptions – NCI – National Cancer Institute (.gov)
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World News in Brief: Historic Palestine monastery on World Heritage in Danger List, rights office condemnation as Ghana upholds anti-gay law, free jailed Russian activist
The World Heritage Committee of the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) announced on…
‘Endless nightmare’ of death and destruction in Gaza, UN officials tell Security Council
Senior UN officials on Friday reiterated the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza, and escalating threat…
Sonya Massey’s death: How to prevent more killings of defenseless Black women
On July 6, 2024, Sonya Massey, 36, called 911 to report a potential home intruder…
WHO to send one million polio vaccines to Gaza to protect children
The UN health agency said on Friday that it is sending more than a million…
Blood donation: NHS issues urgent appeal amid “unprecedentedly low” stocks
NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) has issued an amber alert asking hospitals to restrict the…
Patients use healthcare services more when their regular GP leaves, study finds
Patients may use healthcare services more often after their regular GP has either retired or…
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Confidence among NHS staff to speak up about clinical concerns hits five year low
The proportion of NHS workers who feel secure in raising concerns about unsafe clinical practice…
My goal for the independent investigation into the performance of the health service in England
When Wes Streeting, the new Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, asked me…
Morning Rounds: Three new bird flu cases in humans brings total to 13 in U.S.
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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a thumbs down for an Alzheimer’s drug, Pfizer gene therapy struggles, and more
And so, another working week will soon draw to a close. Not a moment too…
The worst for Dexcom may not be over
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Obesity: time for NHS England to step up
Mahase rightly highlights the challenges facing integrated care boards (ICBs) trying to deliver effective obesity…
STAT+: European regulators say Alzheimer’s therapy Leqembi should be rejected
LONDON — European regulators on Friday said that an Alzheimer’s therapy from Eisai and Biogen…
Reversing the spiral of dissatisfaction in access to general practice—what can the new government do?
As the dust settles following the election, it is time to work out how pre-election…
Evaluation and management of hypertensive emergency
AbstractHypertensive emergencies cause substantial morbidity and mortality, particularly when acute organ injury is present. Careful…
Sharp Scratch episode 118: Spark trans joy, not discomfort
Sharp Scratch is the BMJ Student podcast. It aims to discuss everything you need to…
Homelessness in primary care: more specialist practitioners and services are crucial
Howard highlights the work of homelessness specialist GPs and the multidisciplinary teams with whom they…
Online GP services can hamper access and threaten patient safety, says investigation
NHS England should evaluate the safety of online consultation tools in general practice, a national…
We can do better for young people with long covid
Research and resources to support children and adolescents living with post covid-19 condition (long covid)…
STAT+: How Pfizer’s grand gene therapy ambitions crumbled
A decade ago, Pfizer began investing heavily in gene therapy, bringing in experimental treatments for…
How Kamala Harris’ views on health care were shaped by her mother, cancer researcher Shyamala Gopalan
As Vice President Kamala Harris emerges as the likely Democratic candidate in the U.S. presidential…
Opinion: Medtech compliance — not regulation — is stifling innovation
“Regulation is stifling innovation” seems to be a prevailing opinion among medtech leaders who believe…
Opinion: Without federal oversight, nursing homes will put profit ahead of care
About 5% of Americans require skilled care at some point as they age. The horrific…
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New avian flu variant threatens Asia-Pacific: FAO calls for immediate responseEurope Tops Global Alcohol Consumption…
Folded peptides are more electrically conductive than unfolded peptides
What puts the electronic pep in peptides? A folded structure, according to a new study….
New drug shows promise in clearing HIV from brain
An experimental drug originally developed to treat cancer may help clear HIV from infected cells…
‘Kink state’ control may provide pathway to quantum electronics
The key to developing quantum electronics may have a few kinks. According to researchers, that’s…
New research in fatty liver disease aims to help with early intervention
A new study brings researchers closer to better understanding the pathology of the fatty liver…
Chemical analyses find hidden elements from renaissance astronomer Tycho Brahe’s alchemy laboratory
Danish Tycho Brahe was most famous for his contributions to astronomy. However, he also had…
Nitrogen emissions have a net cooling effect: But researchers warn against a climate solution
An international team of researchers has found that nitrogen emissions from fertilizers and fossil fuels…
New Zealand’s flightless birds are retreating to moa refuges
Researchers have found New Zealand’s endangered flightless birds are seeking refuge in the locations where…
Indoor solar cells that maximize the use of light energy
Chemists have synthesized materials that can improve solar elements for indoor use. Such photovoltaic cells,…
How molecular interactions make it possible to overcome the energy barrier
Non-reciprocal interactions allow the design of more efficient molecular systems. Scientists now propose a mechanism…
Quantum sensor for the atomic world
In a scientific breakthrough, an international research team has developed a quantum sensor capable of…
Physical training improves quality of life in advanced breast cancer
Targeted physical training can improve the quality of life of patients with metastatic breast cancer…
Size doesn’t matter for mammals with more complex brains
Mammals that have evolved more developed brains tend to have a smaller size difference between…
Warming has more impact than cooling on Greenland’s ‘firn’
A new study finds disproportionate effects of temperature shifts on an icy glacier layer. Read…
Sodium channels in breast cancer cells a promising target for future treatments, study reveals
A new study adds to evidence which suggests treating breast cancer patients with sodium channel…
Solar absorption by black carbon in fire clouds quantified
Aerosol scientists quantify the extent of light absorption by black carbon in fire clouds to…
Artificial blood vessels could improve heart bypass outcomes
3D-printed blood vessels, which closely mimic the properties of human veins, could transform the treatment…
Scientists identify key protein behind spread of shingles virus
Scientists have discovered a new evasion strategy used by the varicella zoster virus, which causes…