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Lab-grown mini-brains help scientists explore how concussions reactivate latent viral infections, triggering molecular phenotypes of dementia.

Many cancers upregulate an amino acid transporter to fuel their growth, making this protein a promising tool in tumor detection and therapy.

The microbiome of Antarctic worms helps them cope with extremely cold conditions, providing insights into the role of the microbiome in host health and adaptation.

Cognitive neuroscientists explore the dynamics of mental fatigue and self-control.

Male insects carrying venom proteins transferred these to disease-spreading females, reducing their lifespan and providing a pest control method. 

Drugs targeting a subset of pathogenic macrophages could provide novel treatments for endometriosis. 

Genetics and tolerance shake up how alcohol affects each person, creating a unique cocktail of experiences.

When the moon hits L-Cry like a big pizza pie, that’s amore—or at least a mass spawning event for marine worms.

Studies shed light on pain perception, placebo effect pathways, and how human stem cells can be used to model pain. 

A taurine-derived metabolite may hold the key to regulating food intake and body weight, potentially inspiring a new class of weight-loss drugs.

A newly identified cartilage cell generates fat vacuoles and makes the surrounding tissues pliable. This helps keep the ear and nose tips bouncy.

People consume various types and quantities of food. Studies indicate that the gut microbiome could be one of the drivers of this behavior.