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A study by researchers at Duke University School of Medicine found that supplying healthy mitochrondra to damaged nerve cells can signifantly help millions managing pain from diabetic neuropathy and chemotherapy.
Researchers from the USF College of Marine Science are studying soft tissue samples from barnacles, oysters, and fish to better understand the state of contamination and its origins in Tampa Bay, Florida's largest estuary.
The advancement lays the groundwork for creating a library of sugar-recognizing proteins that may help detect and treat diverse illnesses.
The olfactory senses of ants help them hunt, detect outsiders, and know their role within a colony. In a new study, researchers have discovered how ants can switch one gene on out of hundreds to ensure their survival.
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Researchers at the University of Kansas have discovered critical functions of the Src gene in a nervous system development using CRISPR technology. This breakthrough could pave the way for new therapies for spinal cord injuries and stroke.
Most Americans don’t realize that primary care physicians can prescribe medication for opioid use disorder, according to a federally supported study led by Brown.
Purdue University researchers are introducing a new biosensor system that delivers 100% accurate results within an hour of in-field sample collection on a commercial fresh produce farm.
In collaboration with national efforts, the University of Kansas' research on long COVID offers new insights into the condition’s various subtypes. This will significantly advance public health strategies and clinical care.
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Researchers from USF studied 144 nurses over two weeks to see how well they could stay focused on the present and how often they fixated on negative thoughts.