Nanoparticles deliver drugs to kill cancer cells in mice

Researchers have developed a new nanomedicine approach to improve cancer treatment. It effectively killed cancer cells in mice.

U. Chicago • futurity
Sept. 17, 2024 ~6 min

Deadly snail venom could make diabetes medicines better

New treatments for diabetes and hormone disorders could come from an unexpected place: one of the world's most venomous animals.

Sophia Friesen - University of Utah • futurity
Sept. 17, 2024 ~7 min


Facts may not be enough to correct science misinformation

A "just the facts" approach may may not be enough to overcome misinformation about science, researchers report.

Sara Zaske-Washington State • futurity
Sept. 17, 2024 ~6 min

Breast milk antibodies protect against rotavirus

New research finds that antibodies in breast milk offer protection against rotavirus, which causes diarrhea, vomiting, and fever in infants.

U. Rochester-URMC • futurity
Sept. 17, 2024 ~5 min

1 dose of new therapy kills dengue virus in mice

Researchers have developed a breakthrough therapy to target and kill the dengue virus using the gene editing tool CRISPR-Cas13.

Jerry Grillo-Georgia Tech • futurity
Sept. 16, 2024 ~6 min

How do your genes shape your personality?

Researchers have discovered more about how your genes shape your personality by identifying new genetic sites tied with certain traits.

Yale • futurity
Sept. 16, 2024 ~7 min

Patriotic messages can boost support for climate change action

Framing climate action as patriotic and status-quo friendly increases liberals' and conservatives' belief in climate change, research finds.

James Devitt-NYU • futurity
Sept. 16, 2024 ~6 min

Low levels of 1 mineral can make IBD worse

New research finds that low levels of manganese can exacerbate intestinal injury and inflammation.

Kim North Shine-U. Michigan • futurity
Sept. 16, 2024 ~4 min


Bat collapse led to higher infant mortality rate

Researchers have discovered that when insect-eating bats died, farmers increased pesticide use—leading to more than 1,000 infant deaths.

U. Chicago • futurity
Sept. 16, 2024 ~4 min

The right therapy is good for cancer patients’ mental health

Many cancer patients struggle with negative thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. Cognitive behavioral therapy could help.

Jared Wadley-U. Michigan • futurity
Sept. 16, 2024 ~4 min

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