A novel synthetic DNA vaccine developed based on technology pioneered and offers complete protection from Zaire Ebolavirus (EBOV) infection in promising preclinical research.

Scientists have found the answer to a question that perplexed Charles Darwin. It seems that the ant colony itself generates soldiers and regulates the balance between soldiers and 'minor' wo..

A research team has developed an innovative strategy that could help to restore breathing following traumatic spinal cord injury.

Researchers have discovered the molecular basis for a therapeutic action of an ancient herbal medicine used across Africa to treat various illnesses, including epilepsy.

A professor has discovered a novel approach to developing a first-ever vaccine for three common pathogens that cause traveler's diarrhea and kill more than 100,000 children living in developing c..

Early adoption of tobacco control efforts in California lead to fewer people ever smoking, reduced the amount used by those who do smoke and helped smokers quit at a younger age — when their risk of ..

New research describes the release of whole genome genetic data of 500,000 participants of the UK Biobank.

Astronomers have nearly doubled the known number of 'fast radio bursts'– powerful flashes of radio waves from deep space. The team's discoveries include the closest and brightest fast ..

A new study quantifies how food production and consumption affects the planetary boundaries that describe a safe operating space for humanity beyond which Earth's vital systems could become unsta..

A new study finds that fear of missing out motivates investors to give money early to startups with a disruptive vision. However, those backers are reluctant to invest too much in unproven ideas that ..