Research Stories
The Marsili Secret to Living Without Pain
Due to a rare genetic mutation, members of the Marsili family don't feel pain. Scientists are studying this secret power in hopes of helping those who suffer from chronic pain.
Honeybees Stop Bacterial Invaders Naturally
With growing concern for antibiotic-resistant bacteria, medical experts are looking for new ways to fight microbial invaders. Recent studies suggest that busy buzzing bees may hold an answer.
An Early Look into Alzheimer’s
Sometimes finding a new solution requires taking a new look at the problem. Recently, researchers have found that retinal scans may be a potential solution to perform early diagnoses of Alzheimer's.
Coffee: A Drug Defense Against Liver Disease
Coffee does more than wake people up in the morning and give an energy boost. Recent studies show that moderate consumption of this everyday beverage can have protective effects on the liver against various diseases.
A Clean Sweep: How Sleep Refreshes the Brain
We're always told to get our eight hours of sleep to stay healthy, but how important is it? Recent studies by researchers at UC Irvine suggest that getting good deep sleep may help reduce the risk of getting Alzheimer's.
Can Printing Organs Shorten Transplant Waiting Lists?
While the list of people who need organ and tissue transplants keeps growing, the rapid development of 3D printing technology may provide a solution to this issue, hopefully leading to a day with 100% organ availability.
Are 9/11 Attacks Contributing to Increase in Cardiovascular Disease?
There are numerous causes of cardiovascular disease. However, recently one group of researchers have found a link between the 9/11 attacks and the increased risk of heart problems.
Can Spider Silk Improve Hearing Aids?
Applying past discoveries to new applications, researchers are experimenting with the Stokes Model to find new ways of improving hearing aid technology by using thin materials like spider silk.
The Quest for Safer Painkillers
Researchers are exploring different approaches to reducing the addictive affects of opioids used for medical purposes.
Zinc-ing Outside the (Tissue) Box: Can Lozenges Help Fight Colds?
From runny noses to hacking coughs, the common cold is a yearly visitor that we all know too well. While an immediate cure has not been discovered yet, researchers are pointing to zinc acetate lozenges as a solution to expedite the recovery process.