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Whatever the name, for centuries people have reported seeing these eerie, faint blue flames hovering over marshes, bogs and ...

A new tool greatly improves scientists' ability to identify and study proteins that regulate gene activity in cells, ...

A team of scientists at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) has published new evidence suggesting that the ...

Researchers at UMass Amherst have discovered a new mineral on Mars, providing insights into the planet’s potential for life.

A new study suggests that the blood-brain barrier (BBB) remains intact in a widely used mouse model of Alzheimer’s disease.

Chili pepper compounds that suppress heat may also help manage pain. If you’ve ever second-guessed a spicy order, take note: a new study has identified molecules that can temper the heat of chili ...

A new tool greatly improves scientists' ability to identify and study proteins that regulate gene activity in cells, according to research led by ...

A team of scientists at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) has published new evidence suggesting that the brain's protective shield - known as the blood-brain barrier (BBB) - ...

New research shows fat buildup disables brain’s immune defenses in Alzheimer’s. A mouse treatment cleared plaques in just one week.