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Scientists explain why we obey rules even when no one benefits
Even when it costs them and no one is watching, a surprising number of people adhere to arbitrary rules; new research unpacks the powerful roles of intrinsic respect and social expectations
Scientists design gene delivery systems for cells in the brain and spinal cord
Research teams funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have created a versatile set of gene delivery systems that can reach different neural cell types in the human brain and spinal cord with exceptional accuracy. These delivery systems are a significant step toward future precise gene therapy to the brain that could safely control errant brain activity with high precision. In contrast, current therapies for brain disorders mostly treat only symptoms.
Nearly 10% of Patients Surveyed Claim to Have Been Hurt by UK’s National Health Service
With public trust in healthcare organizations dropping, clinical laboratories worldwide must work doubly hard to provide competent, secure services to their patients.
Common anti-inflammatory drugs may leave body open to viral attacks, study suggests
A study from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) found that Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors — a class of anti-inflammatory drugs — can suppress a key part of the immune response, potentially allowing viruses like influenza and COVID-19 to replicate and spread more easily.
Researchers develop bioactive peptide with therapeutic and regenerative potential
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, global interest in antiviral therapies has increased significantly. Recently, demand for effective peptide therapeutics derived from natural substances is rapidly rising. In particular, peptide metabolites-which are generated when natural proteins break down in the body-are emerging as promising candidates for multifunctional drug development.
Girls and young women need better access to mental health care, StatsCan report suggests
Break down barriers for young people looking for mental health help, psychologists say
Elizabeth Holmes’ Partner, Billy Evans, is Creating an Artificial Intelligence Medical Testing Startup
NPR reports that the shamed Theranos founder/CEO is providing advice to Evans, but the startup denies that claim.
Greener clinical lab testing
Siemens Healthineers announced new sustainability solutions for clinical labs that focus on reducing the environmental impact of analyzing clinical laboratory samples. Their Atellica analyzers are the first clinical laboratory diagnostic instrumentation to achieve the My Green Lab ACT Ecolabel Certification.
EPA Compliance: What Regulatory Shifts Mean for Laboratory Operations
For US laboratories handling hazardous materials, generating regulated waste, or operating under emissions permits, regulatory clarity is critical. In 2025, changes in Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) policy under the Trump administration are prompting labs to revisit their compliance strategies, especially as federal oversight shifts and state enforcement becomes more prominent.
Mild winter temperatures offer surprising mental health benefits
In a recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers investigated the effects of warm ambient temperatures on mental health and psychological well-being during the cold season.
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