Scientists are making computer models to better understand how the mysterious insects emerge collectively after more than a decade underground.
The bioengineered immune players called CAR T cells last longer and work better if pumped up with a large dose of a protein that makes them resemble stem cells.
A study of more than 100 new parents showed that pregnancy and birth cause changes in brain circuits that may be involved in empathy and bonding with the child
How does your immune system decide between fighting invading pathogens now or preparing to fight them in the future? Turns out, it can change its mind.
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DNA fragments from thousands of years ago are providing insights into multiple sclerosis, diabetes, schizophrenia and other illnesses.
But elation over the approvals was tempered by concerns the breakthrough treatments may not be accessible to many sickle cell patients, both are very expensive.
An algorithm that can analyse hundreds of millions of genetic sequences has identified DNA-cutting genes and enzymes that are extremely rare in nature.
The trial involved only 10 patients, but it suggests cholesterol can be permanently reduced with a single treatment for patients at risk of heart disease
The jumpy parasites have followed our ancestors around for at least 25 million years, adapting along with us through major upheavals.
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