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U. of Virginia research finds antidepressants can lead to neurological changes in babies

New research from the University of Virginia School of Medicine has found that the use of common antidepressants known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) during pregnancy can interact with inflammation, increasing the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders.

U. of Virginia research highlights limitations of pharmacological studies aimed at treating humans

A groundbreaking discovery by the University of Virginia School of Medicine has challenged a long-held belief in drug development that the drug transporter in blood known as albumin mimics the behavior of human blood in lab models.

U. of Wisconsin study: 'Online racial discrimination, harassment represent unique risk for teenagers of color'

Online racial discrimination or harassment has a negative effect on the academic and emotional well-being of students of color, according to a new study by the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

U. Virginia researchers: COVID-19 boosters enhance durabliltiy of anitibodies response

A COVID-19 booster shot increases durability of antibody response, according to new research from the University of Virginia School of Medicine, which has shed light on the benefits of a booster.

U. of Virginia researchers study how 'opportunistic pathogens' are tied to infections

A potentially deadly infection has a dangerous ally lurking in the human body, and researchers at the University of Virginia's School of Medicine, along with collaborators from other institutions, have uncovered how certain microorganisms found in the gut can worsen potentially deadly C. difficile infections.

Japanese researchers conduct largest ever genetic study on heart arrhythmia

Researchers at the RIKEN Center for Integrative Medical Sciences based in Japan have conducted the largest genetic study ever on heart arrhythmia.

University of Virginia scientists identify treatment for lethal form of bone cancer: 'We hope that our exciting laboratory finding will translate into clinical trials'

Researchers at the University of Virginia's (UVA) Cancer Center have identified a cytokine capable of treating a lethal form of bone marrow cancer, according to an article published by the UVA Health Newsroom.

Japanese researchers find contradictions to existing theory on superconductors

RIKEN researcher Ching-Kai Chiu and his collaborator have revealed the origin of a mysterious experimental observation in superconductors that contradicts an existing theory, according to a RIKEN article published Jan. 30.

U. of Michigan researchers find 319 million-year-old brain in fossilized fish

Researchers at the University of Michigan reportedly have found the oldest well-preserved vertebrate brain to date, which was discovered in a fossilized fish skull from a specimen in England more than a century ago.

Canadian researchers note progress in fighting colorectal cancer

Canadian researchers have discovered positive news in the fight against colorectal cancer, reporting for the first time that mice had reduced postoperative complications when the animals had modified intestinal flora prior to surgery

N.C. State team notes connections between global warming, U.S. timber industry

There could be cause for concern for the future of the U.S. timber industry after a North Carolina State study believes the amount of trees used for timber could drop by 23% by the year 2100.

North Carolina State study: Major manufacturing job cuts linked to slower shift toward sustainability

Researchers have found that sustainability planning was less likely to occur in areas that experienced significant manufacturing job losses in the last half-century, according to a new study.

N.C. State researchers find lack of diversity in free photo libraries

Researchers at North Carolina State University believe a lack of diversity in health-related pictures on stock photography sites could hinder the effectiveness of communications to those audiences.

Complex flows of cold gas are shedding light on stellar nurseries: 'They're just these giant bridges of material'

Astronomers have observed flows of cold gas feeding the formation of stars in a multiple-protostar system

Cyber vulnerability in networks used by spacecraft, aircraft and energy generation systems: 'We wanted to determine what the impact would be in a real system'

A new attack discovered by the University of Michigan and NASA exploits a trusted network technology to create unexpected and potentially catastrophic behavior

University of Michigan develops method that promises cancer therapy with 'pinpoint accuracy'

Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed a novel technology that allows for the precise measurement of radiation doses during cancer treatments.

University of Michigan researchers study how sound waves trigger immune responses to cancer in mice: 'The body can see them and attack them'

University of Michigan (U-M) researchers are pursuing a technique that could potentially revolutionize cancer treatment.

U-M researchers develop technology to make smaller, more efficient 'H9 MUSCLE' thrusters for satellites

A team of University of Michigan (U-M) researchers are experimenting on thruster technology that could potentially power a crewed mission to Mars.

Postdoctoral researcher: 'Our HYPER model illustrates that a phase transition can actually help make the dark matter more easily detectable'

Researchers from the University of Michigan and Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz have proposed a new model for dark matter particles called HighlY Interactive ParticlE Relics or HYPER, a news release said.

University of Michigan study examines benefits of electric vehicles

Researchers at the University of Michigan estimate that a majority of people who own vehicles in the United States will see a drop in how much they spend on transportation energy if they made the switch to an electric vehicle (EV).