Antibacterial nanozymes: Healing chronic wounds with nanochemistry
Chronic infected wounds are often highly problematic for diabetic patients. However, a team of Chinese researchers has now developed a targeted approach to wound healing that makes use of nanomedicine, and their research has been published in the jou.....»»
"Love hormone" is revealed to have heart healing properties
The neurohormone oxytocin is well-known for promoting social bonds and generating pleasurable feelings, for example from art, exercise, or sex. But the hormone has many other functions, such as the regulation of lactation and uterine contractions in.....»»
Researchers review uses, phytochemistry and pharmacological properties of genus Blechnum
Drifting from farm to traditional healing and ethnopharmacology, several valuable ferns belonging to the genus Blechnum are potential remedies for diverse complaints. Despite their significance, their herbal utilizations have not been extensively stu.....»»
Chemists synthesize an antimicrobial compound from harmless chitin and selenium
RUDN chemists obtained substances with high antibacterial activity based on chitosan and selenium. One of them even outperformed common antibiotics. The results are published in Applied Biochemistry and Microbiology......»»
New hypothesis emerges to explain mysterious hepatitis cases in kids
Two viruses and a genetic pre-disposition linked to the puzzling condition in preliminary data. Enlarge / Liver lesions in patient with chronic active hepatitis C. (credit: Getty | BSIP) Researchers in the United Kingdom have.....»»
Extreme heat exposure worsens child malnutrition
Exposure to extreme heat increases both chronic and acute malnutrition among infants and young children in low-income countries—threatening to reverse decades of progress, Cornell University research finds......»»
The chemical controlling life and death in hair follicles
A single chemical is key to controlling when hair follicle cells divide, and when they die. This discovery could not only treat baldness, but ultimately speed wound healing because follicles are a source of stem cells......»»
The Turbo Vibration Plate aims to help with chronic pain, and it"s over $200 off
TL;DR: Until July 5, the Turbo 3D Vibration Plate is on sale for $239.99 with the code JULY20 (that's down 46% from its regular price of $444.99).Working can take a toll on your body, even if your job has you at a desk most of the time. If the first.....»»
Self-Powered Implant Tracks Spinal Fusion Healing
Engineers at the University of Pittsburgh created a self-powered implant that can track spinal healing while also providing mechanical support. The device can be 3D printed so that it fits a given patient perfectly and the mechanical properties can a.....»»
Breakthrough chemical may heal wounds twice as fast
Medical advancements that help close wounds faster have been popping up for years. Now, Israeli scientists have discovered a natural chemical that makes wounds heal faster. The scientists tested the chemical out on pigs, and it caused their wounds to.....»»
Fast and facile synthesis of antibacterial amino acid Schiff base copper complexes
Ever since their development in the late 19th century, Schiff bases have been a popular group of organic compounds, owing to their wide variety of desirable properties. The presence of both nitrogen and oxygen in their structure makes them versatile.....»»
Can beavers catch chronic wasting disease?
Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is an infectious disease that affects the central nervous systems of animals, typically affecting cervids such as deer, elk and moose......»»
Mindfulness app ‘Moonly’ updated with its own healing music radio station
The mindfulness app “Moonly” for iPhone was updated on Friday with a great new feature for its users. Starting today, the app now has its own radio station of healing songs that can be accessed at any time to help you relax, sleep, and more. mo.....»»
Scientists Unveil Bionic Robo-fish To Remove Microplastics From Seas
Scientists have designed a tiny robot-fish that is programmed to remove microplastics from seas and oceans by swimming around and adsorbing them on its soft, flexible, self-healing body. From a report: Microplastics are the billions of tiny plastic p.....»»
Researchers make virus-fighting face masks
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute researchers have developed an accessible way to make N95 face masks not only effective barriers to germs, but on-contact germ killers. The antiviral, antibacterial masks can potentially be worn longer, causing less pl.....»»
Scientists develop synergistic antibacterial carbon dots
The use of antibiotics helps fight bacterial infection, but the abuse of antibiotics has resulted in the emergence and widespread prevalence of "super bacteria," making the treatment of infectious diseases a worldwide problem again......»»
Potency of staph-fighting antibiotic blunted by blood serum
Staph infections pose lethal threats in hospitals, where the Staphylococcus aureus bacterium can be transferred from the skin or nasal passages into open wounds and, potentially, the bloodstream. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reporte.....»»
Study: Humans responsible for over 90% of world"s oil slicks
A team of U.S. and Chinese scientists mapping oil pollution across the Earth's oceans has found that more than 90% of chronic oil slicks come from human sources, a much higher proportion than previously estimated......»»
AirTag leads cops to backpack stolen by chronic thief
After a backpack with an AirTag was stolen, Police in Charlotte, NC were able to use the tracker to locate and arrest a suspect that had a long history of thefts in the area.After a backpack was stolen, the AirTag attached to it was crucial to tracki.....»»
Dolphins Rub against Mucus-Oozing Corals to Soothe Skin
This “gorgoning” releases antibacterial compounds and other substances that dolphins could be using to self-medicate -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
Sixth child in US dies of unexplained hepatitis as global cases top 600
There are now over 600 cases worldwide and 15 deaths, but still no firm answers. Enlarge / Liver lesions in patient with chronic active hepatitis C. (credit: Getty | BSIP) A sixth child has died in the United States from puzzl.....»»