Residue from household disinfectants may be leading to drug resistance in deadly bacteria
Macquarie University scientists have contributed to a new study that suggests we may need to rethink current disinfection strategies at home and in hospitals in the fight against superbugs.
New research seeks to better understand the role of the gut microbiome in Crohn’s...
Researchers at the University of Glasgow have secured more than $3m to study the role the gut microbiome plays in post-operative outcomes for patients with Crohn’s disease.
Class Of Diabetes Drugs Reduces Heart Attacks, Strokes, Heart Failure And Death
A newer class of diabetes medications, called GLP-1 receptor agonists, has been shown to reduce the chance of heart attacks, strokes and death from cardiovascular disease by 14-15%, as well as all-cause mortality by 12-13%.
Ethics of mandatory vaccinations: benefits may not outweigh challenges
Vaccines are one of the most effective tools for protecting people against COVID-19, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
NTU Singapore scientists develop device to ‘communicate’ with plants using electrical signals
A team of scientists led by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has developed a device that can deliver electrical signals to and from plants...
New £1.7 Million Promotion for Women in Leeds City Region – To Boost Leadership...
A new £1.7 million project has been launched by Leeds Beckett University to enhance the resilience and growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by building the leadership skills...
All major UK political parties lack boldness needed to tackle poverty, new research says
New research finds that all major UK political parties lack the boldness needed to significantly raise people out of poverty.
Graduate founders triumph in Royal Academy of Engineering competition
Young entrepreneurs who invented a portable menstrual cup cleaner while at the University of Bristol have won a Royal Academy of Engineering competition.
Jason McLellan Named 2021 Texas Inventor of the Year
Jason McLellan, a faculty member in the Department of Molecular Biosciences, has been selected as the 2021 Texas Inventor of the Year for his role in biomedical research linked to the development of vaccines and treatments for COVID-19.
Kiwi scientists develop method to disinfect PPE for potential reuse in Covid-19
Kiwi scientists have developed a shipping container-based unit to disinfect N95 masks and other PPE, so it can be potentially reused and safely recycled.
