How did humans learn to speak?
Scientists compared parts of the brain that correlate to speech in humans and primates to understand how speech evolved in humans.
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Students at Raritan Valley Community College explain cutting edge molecular biology research!
Fig trees interbreed more at their climate extremes
Scientists tracked how fig trees interbreed and swap DNA across different climatic zones to determine where new species might arise.
This gene mutation could delay Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers discovered a genetic mutation that slowed the progression of Alzheimer’s disease in one man by halting protein buildup in his…
Are fungi the unlikely heroes in detecting cancer?
Researchers found fungi living in different types of human cancer. They suggested doctors could use fungal DNA in blood samples as a new…
Could gene therapy cure Hemophilia B?
Scientists tested a new virus-based gene therapy to promote blood clotting in people with Hemophilia B.
Researchers link brain patterns during sleep with Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists found people with early Alzheimer’s disease have different electrical activity in their brains while they sleep.
Researchers identify a protein link between diabetes and Alzheimer’s
Researchers showed a specific protein found in patients with type 2 diabetes also occurs in people with Alzheimer’s disease.
New therapies to aid muscle regeneration
Scientists enhance muscle regeneration by combining two methods to boost the energy factories of damaged cells.
Childhood trauma can accelerate aging
Researchers find childhood neglect and abuse can accelerate aging, leaving those affected vulnerable to age-related diseases like dementia.
Researchers link the Epstein-Barr virus to Multiple Sclerosis
Scientists showed that proteins in the blood and spinal fluid of patients with MS mimic proteins found in the Epstein-Barr virus.