New material could lead to ‘stem cell factories’
London, July 23 (IANS) British researchers have discovered a synthetic material that could forge the way for the creation of 'stem cell factories' --...
Physical closeness eases stress by emotional ‘load sharing’
Toronto, Sep 15 (IANS) A strong relationship with your loved ones can help ease stress when placed in difficult social situations by emotional “load...
Testing for gene mutation can predict prostate cancer risk
Testing for gene mutation can predict prostate cancer risk
New York, July 7 (IANS) Testing for inherited mutations that are found in much higher rates...
Skin tan taking a toll? Opt for strawberries, vitamin C
New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) Getting a natural tan makes the skin look beautiful, but what to do when sun-exposed parts are way too...
Living near green vacant spaces lowers stress
New York, March 20 (IANS) Even city life can become a lot less stressful with a "greening treatment" of vacant spaces that includes cleaning...
Scientists develop device to help pregnant women…
Scientists develop device to help pregnant women self-monitor baby
Warsaw, July 21 (IANS) Polish scientists have developed a portable device enabling pregnant women to examine...
Poor sleep may predict Alzheimer’s risk in elderly
Poor sleep may predict Alzheimer's risk in elderly
New York: Poor sleep quality may signal the risk of Alzheimer's disease in older adults, a study...
Simple smartphone device to catch skin cancer early
New York, June 11 (IANS) As we know, any cancer can be tackled better if detected early. With skin cancer, the chance of survival...
Medical students at higher alcohol abuse risk: Study
New York, March 15 (IANS) A team of US researchers has found that medical students, especially who are young, single and under high debt...
Vaginal bacteria that can protect women from HIV
New York, Oct 9 (IANS) Researchers have identified a type of vaginal bacteria that can protect women from the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) as...
