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Nanoparticles Provoke Immune Response Against Tumors But Avoid Side Effects

In a new study, immunostimulatory drugs slowed tumor growth without producing systemic inflammation.

Cancer Increases the Risk of Developing Diabetes

Cancer patients are at a greater risk for developing diabetes, according to a new study by the Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen, Rigshospitalet, and the University of Copenhagen. The study also concludes that cancer patients who develop diabetes die sooner than survivors without diabetes.

Neuroscientists Identify Cells Especially Vulnerable To Alzheimer’s

Neurons that form part of a memory circuit are among the first brain cells to show signs of neurodegeneration in Alzheimer’s disease.

Like Father Like Child – Male Parents Lead Young Birds On First Migration

GPS tracking of Caspian terns showed that male parents carry the main responsibility for leading young during their first migration from the Baltic Sea to Africa.

A New Peptide May Hold Potential As An Alzheimer’s Treatment

The peptide blocks a hyperactive brain enzyme that contributes to the neurodegeneration seen in Alzheimer’s and other diseases.

Even Limited Physical Activity Appears To Protect Against Memory Disorders

A recent analysis based on population surveys confirms that physical activity in middle age reduces the risk of developing a memory disorder in old age.

Championing Health Workers To Lead Vaccination Efforts In Uganda

A survey to measure who was getting vaccinated against Covid-19 in Uganda finds health workers had an important role to play.

Encouraging A Scientific Habit Of The Mind

Abdullahi Tsanni wants to broaden understanding and expand coverage of science research in Africa.

Illuminating The Money Trail

MIT political scientist In Song Kim shines a bright light on the dark art of political lobbying.

Scientists Use Computational Modeling To Design “Ultrastable” Materials

These highly stable metal-organic frameworks could be useful for applications such as capturing greenhouse gases.

MIT Center For Real Estate Advances Climate And Sustainable Real Estate Research Agenda

Projects, publications, and academia-industry networks produce pathways for the real estate industry to address the climate crisis.

How Debit Cards Helped Indonesia’s Poor Get More Food

Replacing rice-bag delivery with digital card vouchers helps recipients get their intended supplies, researchers report.

Study: Preschool Gives A Big Boost To College Attendance

Research using a Boston admissions lottery shows striking effects for children throughout their student lives.

Simulating Discrimination In Virtual Reality

The role-playing game “On the Plane” simulates xenophobia to foster greater understanding and reflection via virtual experiences.

A New Heat Engine With No Moving Parts Is As Efficient As A Steam Turbine

The design could someday enable a fully decarbonized power grid, researchers say.

From Seawater To Drinking Water, With The Push Of A Button

Researchers build a portable desalination unit that generates clear, clean drinking water without the need for filters or high-pressure pumps.

Study: Immigrants In The U.S. Are More Likely To Start Firms, Create Jobs

Compared to native-born citizens, immigrants are more frequently involved in founding companies at all scales.

Stressful Environmental Factors And Behavioural Problems Predispose Dogs To Repetitive Behaviour

An extensive study conducted at the University of Helsinki revealed that sex, age, breed, sterilisation status, behavioural problems and environmental factors that cause stress are linked to repetitive canine behaviour. The identification of risk factors can help improve the wellbeing of dogs and their owners.

Increasing Inequality Affects Wellbeing At School

An extensive study carried out in 2006–2019, encompassing nearly one million pupils and students, looked for reasons for both burnout and wellbeing.