Anti-ageing pills closer to reality
A pill that alleviates the worst aspects of ageing could be closer than we think, an expert says Continue reading “Anti-ageing pills closer to reality” » More...
Japanese mind-reading cat ears go on sale in U.S for $99
A Japanese company has made Necomimi – its plush mind-reading cat ears – available in the U.S this week Continue reading “Japanese mind-reading cat ears go on sale in U.S for $99” » More...
Lab-based biomarkers can help identify and treat schizophrenia
Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine say they have identified a set of laboratory-based biomarkers that can be useful for understanding brain-based abnormalities in schizophrenia More...
Early-life exposure to chemical in drinking water may affect vision
Prenatal and early childhood exposure to the chemical solvent tetrachloroethylene (PCE) found in drinking water may be associated with long-term visual impairments Continue reading “Early-life exposure to More...
New gene transfer strategy shows promise to treat muscular dystrophies
A new gene therapy approach capable of delivering full-length versions of large genes and improving skeletal muscle function may hold new hope for treating dysferlinopathies Continue reading “New gene transfer More...
Now, robo legs that accurately mimic human walking gait
A robotic set of legs, believed to be the first to fully model walking in a biologically accurate manner Continue reading “Now, robo legs that accurately mimic human walking gait” » More...
Brain center for social choices discovered
One small region of the brain carries information only for decisions during social interactions, a new study has revealed Continue reading “Brain center for social choices discovered” » More...
Diabetes drug may help repair injured brains
Drugs, like metformin, which are used to cure diabetes have been found to encourage brain repair Continue reading “Diabetes drug may help repair injured brains” » More...
Brain scanner lets man control robot thousands of kilometres away
Scientists have made a robot move on a human’s behalf by monitoring thoughts about movement Continue reading “Brain scanner lets man control robot thousands of kilometres away” » More...
Patient-derived stem cells may improve treatments for Parkinson’s
Researchers have taken a major step in drug research for Parkinson’s disease, by investigating signs of the disease in patient-derived cells and testing how the cells respond to drug treatments Continue reading More...
