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Phys.org / Could dogs ever talk? New review weighs science, ethics and evolution
A new scientific review tackles an age-old question: could dogs ever learn to talk? While barking out full sentences might sound like science fiction, researchers are taking a closer look at the biological and technological ...
Medical Xpress / Major test of new method to control dengue mosquito shows community health benefit
A novel disease prevention strategy—targeting a mosquito that spreads the dengue virus—significantly reduces both the mosquito numbers and cases of disease across a community, finds a major new study.
Medical Xpress / Tympanostomy tube placement improves hearing for children with cleft palate: Study
For children with cleft palate, tympanostomy tube placement improves hearing outcomes, according to a study published online Sept. 25 in the Ear, Nose & Throat Journal.
Medical Xpress / Scientists fix genetic defect in mice tied to brain disorders that include autism and epilepsy
In an exciting scientific first, researchers at the Allen Institute successfully designed a new gene therapy that reversed symptoms related to SYNGAP1-related disorders (SRD) in mice. These are a class of brain disorders ...
Medical Xpress / 'Smart insulin' shows promise in reducing hypoglycemia bouts
Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine have discovered a new way to regulate blood glucose levels using a lab-designed protein, possibly opening the door to a new treatment avenue for people with type 1 ...
Phys.org / Mobile lab finds wastewater plants produce twice as much greenhouse gas as officially estimated
Wastewater plants emit about twice as much greenhouse gas as previously believed, according to Princeton engineers who used a mobile lab to check plants across the country.
Medical Xpress / Specialized cell discovery could improve type 1 diabetes prevention and treatment
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the cells that produce insulin—a critical hormone that regulates blood sugar in the body. Scientists at Scripps Research have discovered ...
Phys.org / Introduced animals change how island plants spread, global study finds
On islands, many plants rely on animals such as birds, bats and reptiles to disperse their seeds and help them grow in new places. When native animals go extinct, this naturally reduces seed dispersal.
Phys.org / Access to official information and trust in government boost expatriate voting among undocumented immigrants
The global increase in migration—with approximately 3.6% of the global population living as expatriates—has resulted in many countries extending external voting rights to their overseas citizens. This has prompted scholarly ...
Phys.org / Quantum dynamics on your laptop? New technique moves us closer
Imagine zooming into matter at the quantum scale, where tiny particles can interact in more than a trillion configurations at once.
Phys.org / First-of-its-kind report reveals rise of athlete-owned media
Athlete-owned media is more than a trend; it's an economic and cultural shift. By creating content and owning their own platforms, athletes are deciding which stories get told, expanding representation and bringing fans closer ...
Medical Xpress / AI-supported cervical cancer screening tested in Kenya and Tanzania
AI can be used to detect cervical cancer in women in resource-limited parts of the world. However, for this method to work, investments are needed in health care staff, reliable supply chains and trust in these communities. ...
