Phagocytosis Phagocytosis is a critical cellular process that allows certain cells to engulf and consume solid particles such as bacteria, cellular debris, or other foreign particles.…
Placental Microbiome The placental microbiome refers to the nonpathogenic, commensal bacteria that are thought to be present in a healthy human placenta, as opposed to the bacteria…
A Twin Study discovered an Epigenetic Signature for Obesity Changes in gene expression that do not involve changes to the underlying DNA sequence are referred to as epigenetics. Environmental factors and lifestyle choices can…
Early-life Stress Alters more Genes in the Brain than a Head Injury When researchers began investigating whether early-life stress amplifies the effects of a childhood head injury on health and behavior later in life, they discovered something…
How Robots can Assist in the Discovery of Future Solar Energy Robots can help advance the development and utilization of solar energy in a variety of ways. Mapping and surveying: Potential solar energy sites can be…
Surprisingly, Light can cause Water to Evaporate without the use of Heat According to a new study, light can cause evaporation at the interface of water and air in certain conditions without the need for heat. Evaporation…
Human Virome The human virome is a collection of viruses that live in the human body. It refers to the total number of viruses found in and…
Human Microbiome The human microbiome is a collection of trillions of microorganisms that live in various parts of the human body, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other…
Nuclear Proliferation Nuclear proliferation is the spread of nuclear weapons and technology to other countries or non-state actors. It is the spread of nuclear weapons, fissionable material,…
The Effect of Maternal Stress on a Child’s Health during Pregnancy Maternal stress during pregnancy can have a variety of effects on a child’s health and development. The developing fetus is sensitive to hormonal and biochemical…
Green Energy could benefit from a New Battery A chemist imagines a world in which every home is powered by renewable energy stored in batteries. He invented a new battery, which could have…
Melatonin Use is increasing among Teenagers, according to a Study According to new research from the University of Colorado Boulder published in JAMA Pediatrics, nearly one in every five school-aged children and preteens now take…