Researchers have uncovered fresh clues about how muscle cells react when exposed to radiation in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). Unlike typical muscle loss seen in the disorder, these cells show an unusual sensitivity to radiation that may speed up damage. Boys with DMD, who make up almost all ca
A woman named Katherine Burns, who runs a lab on endometriosis at the University of Cincinnati, has been dealing with intense anxiety. She is not just a scientist; she also lives with the disease her research aims to understand. The problem began when federal funding for science started shrinking un
Every year, thousands of patients face unexpected problems after surgery that could have been avoided. Many of these issues aren't just painful—they can lead to longer hospital stays, higher costs, and even life-threatening situations. Current methods for tracking and reporting complications often m
At the latest cancer research conference, experts shared updates on three major topics: a cutting-edge treatment from China now owned by Merck, a bold experiment with CAR-T therapy, and the uneven access to cancer care across the U. S. The event also offered ways for people to join in, including a l
Research shows that small daily choices can make a big difference in lowering dementia risk. One major study looked at nearly 70 research papers covering millions of people over 35. It found that regular movement and proper sleep stand out as two of the most powerful tools we have. Walking briskly,
The U. S. government is taking steps to speed up research on psychedelic drugs like MDMA, psilocybin, and LSD for treating mental health issues. A recent executive order asks officials to look into whether these substances could be approved for medical use faster. That includes giving $50 million to
A new study reveals something surprising about newborns. Scientists tested stool samples from 105 babies in their first three days of life. They found genes that help bacteria survive antibiotics. This means some babies already have bacteria in their guts that can resist common medicines. Previousl
Scientists often rely on energy calculations to understand how molecules behave in living cells. These calculations help explain how drugs bind to proteins, which is key to designing better medicines. But there's a catch: accurate calculations for large molecules like proteins are tough to do with r
A-list actors and musicians showed up in force at a glitzy California event last weekend, but it wasn’t for a movie or music award. Instead, they gathered to celebrate breakthroughs in science and research at a ceremony sometimes called the science Oscars. The red carpet at Barker Hangar in Santa M
Crayfish go by many names across the U. S. , and the labels say a lot about how humans interact with them. Scientists tend to use “crayfish” when studying these crustaceans. Fishermen switch to “crawdad” when using them as bait. But if they’re on a dinner plate, most people call them “crawfish, ” es
