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Macrophage programming allows the body to fight infections and promotes tissue repair

Macrophages are white blood cells that, depending on the signals they get from the immune system, become specialized in either increasing or decreasing inflammation.

26 Aug 2020

Scientists identify key genes that influence cancer treatment success

Radiotherapy is a cornerstone of today's cancer treatment. About half of all people suffering from cancer with a so-called radiotherapy.

26 Aug 2020

New genotyping chip could boost coral conservation efforts

Coral conservation efforts could get a boost from a newly developed genotyping "chip"--the first of its kind for corals.

26 Aug 2020

Botanical gardens are uniquely positioned to advance plant conservation

The world is experiencing a sixth global mass extinction event, and a new paper advocates that botanical gardens are uniquely positioned to preserve the world's plant diversity.

26 Aug 2020

Study shows heather plant is a valuable source of antioxidants

Heather is a source of useful biologically active substances that have antitumor, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, neuroprotective, and cardioprotective effects.

26 Aug 2020

Study reveals key biomolecule that can heal damaged heart tissues

When a person suffers a heart attack, parts of the heart can become stiff and scarred, leading to disability and possible progression toward heart failure.

26 Aug 2020

Study shows chameleon-like protein can alter human brain

Neurons contain a chameleon-like protein that can alter its mind and, during the process, modifies the human brain.

26 Aug 2020

Excessive consumption of fructose may lead to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

Excessive consumption of fructose -; a sweetener ubiquitous in the American diet -; can result in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), which is comparably abundant in the United States.

25 Aug 2020

Less popular farming methods could help farmers fight against climate change

New research from Ghana shows less popular methods of biochar application are more effective in promoting cowpea growth and yield.

25 Aug 2020

Climate change and land use could increase soil loss due to water runoff

Soil loss due to water runoff could increase greatly around the world over the next 50 years due to climate change and intensive land cultivation.

25 Aug 2020

Study uncovers how the immune system generates effective antibodies

An in-depth Garvan study of how the immune system generates effective antibodies provides new insights for vaccine design.

25 Aug 2020

New approach could slow colon cancer metastasis

When cancer metastasizes and spreads throughout the body, it can severely change the prognosis of the disease. It is estimated that metastasis is responsible for 90 percent of cancer deaths.

25 Aug 2020

Re-designed natural enzyme shows promise in promoting the regrowth of nerve tissue injury

A team of researchers from University of Toronto Engineering and the University of Michigan has redesigned and enhanced a natural enzyme that shows promise in promoting the regrowth of nerve tissue following injury.

From University of Toronto 25 Aug 2020

Machines match expert human assessment of stored red blood cell quality

Each year, nearly 120 million units* of donated blood flow from donor veins into storage bags at collection centres around the world.

25 Aug 2020

Study puts biodiversity experiments to the test

Much of our knowledge of how biodiversity benefits ecosystems comes from experimental sites. These sites contain combinations of species that are not found in the real world, which has led some ecologists to question the findings from biodiversity experiments.

25 Aug 2020