Scientists found that after heart injury, immune cells called monocytes travel to the brain and trigger a deep sleep that promotes recovery in both mice and people.
May 14, 2024 —
In a study of people primarily of European descent, those with two copies of a certain gene, APOE4, predictably began to develop the underlying abnormalities of Alzheimer’s disease as early as age 55.
May 14, 2024 —
Researchers found that brief bouts of anger can impair the ability of blood vessels to expand and contract, which might have consequences for heart health.
May 7, 2024 —
Researchers developed a urine-based test that can distinguish between slow-growing prostate cancers that pose little risk and more aggressive cancers that need treatment.
May 7, 2024 —
A single dose of a monoclonal antibody given to children 6 to 10 years of age in Mali proved up to 77% effective at preventing malaria disease.
April 30, 2024 —
Synthetic blood platelets stopped bleeding and sped wound healing in animals with internal injuries. The findings suggest they’re likely safe for testing in people.
April 23, 2024 —
While effective treatments for major depression are available, there is still room for improvement. This special Research in Context feature explores the development of more effective ways to treat depression, including personalized treatment...