Health

New study challenges long-held assumption about cancer
Genetic mutations may not be necessary for cancer to develop, challenging a long-held assumption about the disease.
How sensory gamma rhythm stimulation clears amyloid in Alzheimer’s mice
Study finds stimulating a brain rhythm with light and sound increases peptide release from interneurons, possibly slowing Alzheimer’s progression.
Scientists have invented a method to break down “forever chemicals” in our drinking water
Researchers have discovered a way to eliminate “forever chemicals,” or PFAS, which usually take hundreds or thousands of years to break down.
Virus-repellent coating could help end the PPE shortage
Human challenge trials, schools reopening, and more COVID-19 updates
Eating out during the coronavirus looks a little different now
A coronavirus-detecting face mask could arrive this summer
New exosuit helps stroke survivors walk farther and faster
New HIV vaccine gives monkeys longer-lasting protection
Stem cell research breakthrough opens path to growing human organs in animals
A nonthermal plasma field can eliminate 99.9% of airborne viruses
Blood enzyme could explain severe impact of coronavirus in men
Why is an antigen test a big deal for COVID-19?