The drug, Crenezumab, attacks amyloid plaques in the brain. In a clinical trial that could lead to treatments that prevent Alzheimer’s, people who are genetically guaranteed to develo... Read more
Electronic catheter stethoscope, or “eCath” While traditional metal and rubber stethoscopes around the necks of doctors and nurses have become a symbol of the medical profession, a US... Read more
UCSD scientists announced last week that a metabolism-boosting protein, PCG-1?, may help restore cell function in individuals afflicted by Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Lou Gehrig’s disease, or Amyo... Read more
Abandoned Mine Tunnels Might Ferry Geothermal Energy from Deep Underground Underground mining is a sweaty job, and not just because of the hard work it takes to haul ore: Mining tunnels fill... Read more
Rewiring Humanity Over the course of history, new technologies have created global shifts and fueled the forward momentum of countries and empires. Every new invention — from the mobil... Read more
Concordia physicists modify battery-like enzyme to produce carbon-neutral energy New research at Concordia University is bringing us one step closer to clean energy. It is possible to extend... Read more