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Scientists finally discover the cause of lupus

International team of researchers has identified DNA mutations in a gene that senses viral RNA, as a cause of the autoimmune disease lupus.

Gamechanging transparent solar cells found to generate power 1000x more efficiently

Solar panels often get a bad rap for spoiling the appearance of homes and businesses. Yet, this may be about to change.

Solar-powered reactor converts plastic and greenhouse gases into sustainable fuels

Researchers have developed a system that can transform plastic waste and greenhouse gases into sustainable fuels and other products.

Researchers designed the first ‘living medicine’ to treat lung infections

The treatment targets Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a type of bacteria which is naturally resistant to many types of antibiotics.

Researchers decode what makes brown rice healthy

As a regular addition to the diet, brown rice can help reduce body weight, lower cholesterol, and suppress inflammation.

Drug first developed to treat Alzheimer’s disease reduces obesity and improves heart function

Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine have developed a drug to treat Alzheimer’s disease, schizophrenia and sickle cell disease.

Alzheimer's disease is genetically connected to gut health

A world-first Edith Cowan University study has confirmed the link between Alzheimers and gut health, which could lead to new treatments.

New formula more accurately converts your dog's age into human years

Researchers at University of California San Diego created a formula that more accurately compares the ages of humans and dogs.

High-tech startup creates smart contact lenses for glaucoma diagnosis

Optometrists, ophthalmologists and their patients will benefit from new, high-tech tools to detect glaucoma at its earliest stages.

Groundbreaking technology can power your home for days using half the water needed to flush a toilet

Emission-free hydrogen could, one day, entirely replace fossil fuels - and a start up believes it has the key ingredient to make it work.

Where is the best place to shelter from a nuclear explosion?

There is no good place to be when a nuclear bomb goes off. Anything too close is instantly vaporized, and radiation poses a serious threat.

CalTech scientist believes that electrons spin -- here is why that is important

Deep inside all matter in the universe, electrons are buzzing around and behaving as if they are twirling around on their axes.

Groundbreaking technology can heat and cool your house at half the current price

Imagine if you could heat or cool your home just by plucking the desired comfort level out of the air. Israeli startup ThermoTerra can.

Mobile app produces major breakthrough towards curing tinnitus

On average, the group with the polytherapeutic (31 people) showed clinically significant improvements at 12 weeks.

mRNA vaccine can stop pancreatic cancer

Messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccines may be the hottest thing in science now, as they helped turn the tide against COVID-19.

Breakthrough cancer drug stops tumor growth -- puts cancer cells to sleep

New therapeutic approach prevents the growth of metastatic tumors by forcing cancer cells into a dormant state where they can't proliferate.

Gamechanging rotator cuff treatment regenerates and protects shoulder from reinjury

Researchers from UConn School of Medicine report that a graphene/polymer matrix embedded into shoulder muscle can prevent re-tear injuries.

Surprising research uncovers why eating chocolate feels so good

Scientists have decoded the physical process that takes place in the mouth when a piece of chocolate is eaten, as it changes from a solid.

Scientists can finally explain how rocky planets form

A new theory for how rocky planets form could explain the origin of so-called "super-Earths"—a class of Earth-like exoplanets.

Managing emotions better can prevent ageing, study finds

Negative emotions, anxiety and depression are thought to promote the onset of neurodegenerative diseases and dementia.

Arizona start-up reinvents the wheel for a cleaner environment

[Jan. 17, 2023: Nick Thomas] Air suspension wheels for mining trucks and wheel loader. (CREDIT: GACW) Global Air Cylinder Wheels...

Game-changing T cell treatment delivers dramatic cancer-fighting results

The 'game-changing' treatment used different human immune cells known as natural killer (NK) cells—with dramatic results.

Researchers discover where all modern mammals originated from

For almost 200 years it has been believed that the placental mammals, and the related marsupials, had originated in the northern hemisphere

Groundbreaking cancer discovery reverts cancer cells back into normal cells

Cancer occurs when cells grow uncontrollably and spread to other organs in the body. Cancer cells differ from normal cells in many ways.

Science has finally identified the cause of the Black Death

In 1347, plague first entered the Mediterranean via trade ships transporting goods from the territories of the Golden Horde in the Black Sea

Researchers discover how cells communicate and form tissues and organs

Building tissues and organs is one of the most complex and important tasks that cells must accomplish during embryogenesis.

Bionic penis: synthetic tissue found to restore erectile function

Researchers in China have used artificial tissue to repair injuries and restores normal erectile function in a pig model.

Alzheimer’s disease effects can be reduced by 80%, study finds

A disease-modifying therapy for Alzheimer’s disease may involve the whole exchange of blood to decrease the formation of amyloid plaque.

Mouth taping can improve quality of sleep and blood oxygen levels

It’s tough to tell your body to breathe through your nose at night, but you can force it to with a trick that’s growing in popularity.

Scientists make critical breakthrough in lung cancer treatment

Treatment for lung cancer has improved in recent years — and a new Edith Cowan University study has found how to make it even more effective