New discovery may aid in early detection of rare genetic disease
Virginia Tech researchers discovered an indication hidden in the brain that may help doctors identify children suffering from…
Novel laser focal therapy device shows promising results for prostate cancer treatment
Because treatment of the whole prostate can lead to long-term side effects in patients with prostate cancer, interest…
Sea levels are rising across the world. But in Greenland, scientists say they’re about to fall
Published on 28/01/2026 – 7:00 GMT+1 Rising temperatures are causing sea levels to rise around the world, putting…
Study isolates mania-specific genetic architecture in bipolar disorder
Researchers at King’s College London and the University of Florence have, for the first time, identified the specific…
Purdue researchers discover new therapeutic target for triple-negative breast cancer
A Purdue University team led by Kyle Cottrell has discovered a new therapeutic target for triple-negative breast cancer. “Triple-negative breast…
Immune system dysfunction may fuel progressive heart failure after heart attacks
When the heart’s muscle is weakened or injured due to a heart attack, it can make it hard…
Brain-specific enzyme drives branching and extension of O-mannose glycans
Gifu University scientists have uncovered how a brain-specific enzyme reshapes protein-linked sugar chains to facilitate the formation of…
Scientists discover spindle’s self-repair mechanism for accurate cell division
Every second, millions of cells in your body divide in two. In the space of an hour, they…
Not all children with autism benefit from early language therapy
A large-scale study reveals why some autistic children remain minimally verbal despite intensive early intervention, and what factors…
15 Predictions For The Biggest Research Breakthroughs In 2026
The future is now. (Credit: Butusova Elena on Shutterstock) In A Nutshell Personalized AI “health agents,” virtual drug…
Wildfire smoke significantly raises stroke risk among older adults
People exposed to wildfire smoke have a higher risk of suffering a stroke, according to research published in…
WVU researchers explore how to restore vision in people with inherited blindness
A research team at the WVU is studying how to restore vision in people who develop a form…