Stay informed with the latest scientific research broken down by experts into 3-minute Digests.
In 10 seconds? Scientists have made a huge leap forward in understanding the links between mental illness, substance abuse, and suicide. Comparing the molecular profile of brains could be a game-changer for 'dual diagnosis'...
In 10 seconds? Battling cancer is physically and emotionally draining. What’s worse, is that for many Americans who have medical coverage under Medicare Part D, it can be financially draining as well. What’s the story? Medicare i...
In 10 seconds? Environmental impacts and health concerns are turning more and more people against the use of plastics. Although the case against them is not black and white, several bio-based and degradable materials offer a viabl...
In 10 seconds? Deeper knowledge of how genetic differences between people affect the immune system’s response to cancer is leading to the design of new anti-cancer vaccines. What’s the story? In our Immunity vs Cancer series, we...
In 10 seconds? Researchers have shown that a novel synthetic implant can significantly reduce pain and improve knee function after surgery to remove the meniscus - a shock absorber between the thighbone and the shinbone. Why is t...
In 10 seconds? Researchers are one step closer to predicting vulnerability to PTSD in soldiers, which is good news for everyone as 1 in 5 people exposed to a traumatic event are likely to develop this stress disorder. What’s the...
In 10 seconds? Proton therapy is a type of cancer radiation therapy (radiotherapy) that can be a safer alternative to traditional X-ray radiation. At this stage, however, proton therapy is pricey and frequently difficult to access...
In 10 seconds? Climate change could force wild animals to relocate from their current habitats, into areas with high human populations. This could dramatically increase the risk of a virus jumping from its animal host to humans wh...
In 10 seconds? A bacterium called Helicobacter pylori (affectionately; H. pylori) can be a cause of stomach cancer. But the good news is, specific antibiotics and nutritional factors may prevent these cancers from forming. What’s...
