Diabetes may be Caused by Gut Bacteria
There is evidence to suggest that the gut microbiome may play a role in the development of diabetes. Studies have shown that individuals with diabetes…
Biology
Creating Mucosal Vaccines against Respiratory Viruses
Mucosal vaccines, which are administered through the nose or mouth, have the potential to provide protection against respiratory viruses by stimulating an immune response in…
Second Type of Stem Cell was found in the Mouse Brain
It is possible that a study or research has recently discovered a second type of stem cell in the mouse brain. Stem cells are cells…
Ancient Genomes reveal a previously unknown history of Human Evolution
Ancient genomes can provide valuable information about the evolutionary history of human populations. By analyzing DNA from ancient human remains, scientists can learn about the…
When the Body’s B cell Training Facilities are Open After Hours
If germinal centers, which are tiny biological structures, are the immune system’s arsenals, producing antibodies to combat harmful pathogens, then B cells are its ammunition…
Plant Roots are Reprogrammed using Synthetic Genetic Circuits
Synthetic genetic circuits are a type of technology that allows scientists to manipulate the genetic makeup of plants in order to change their behavior or…
Chlamydiae Broaden our Understanding of the Evolution of Intracellular Bacteria
Chlamydiae are a group of obligate intracellular bacteria that have a unique life cycle, characterized by both a replicative, reticulate stage inside host cells and…
Bacterial Collective Movement Modeling
There are several models that have been proposed to describe the collective movement of bacteria, also known as bacterial swarm behavior. One such model is…
Hemoglobin Levels in Deep Tissues are Monitored through a Skin Patch
A wearable skin patch that monitors hemoglobin in deep tissues would use a technology called transdermal optical spectroscopy (TOS) to non-invasively measure the concentration of…
Key Neurons that Keep Mammals’ Bodies at a Regular Temperature have been Identified Through Research
According to studies from Nagoya University in Japan, the preoptic area of the brain has a group of neurons known as EP3 neurons that are…
Studying the Neurological Mechanisms Underlying the Itch in Mice’s Eyes
The unpleasant effects of itchy skin are well known to those who have dry skin, dermatitis, or insect bites. The physiological mechanisms that cause itching…
Bacteria Thrive in the Mediterranean Sea’s Microfibers
Microfibers are extremely small fibers that are shed from synthetic textiles, such as those made from polyester and nylon. They are a major contributor to…
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