Lasting Immunity Against Covid-19 Come in the Form of Antibodies and Memory Cells

Medicine & Technology Nov 18, 2020

Long-term immunity is necessary to prevent another coronavirus pandemic in the future. Sterilizing immunity, or memory cell defenses, can provide lasting immunity even without detectable antibodies.

Immunologist Claire Bryant Carefully Assess the Pfizer Vaccine

Nov 18, 2020

Cambridge immunologist Claire Bryant joins BBC's The Naked Scientist podcast to discuss the Pfizer and BioNTech vaccine candidate. Bryant answers key questions about the vaccine technology, side effects, and probable availability.

High-Intensity Interval Training VS. Moderate-Intensity Continuous Training

Nov 18, 2020

High-Intensity Interval Training or HIIT is not just another fad, according to Dr. Andrew Keech from UNSW. It is a "genuine intervention" that reaps cardiovascular benefits during the pandemic.

The WHO's Emergency Use Listing May Be Applied to Future Covid-19 Vaccines

Nov 17, 2020

A new vaccine has been developed to battle the ongoing polio outbreaks in the midst of the pandemic.

Canterbury Museum Researchers Identify a New Species from Henderson Island

Nov 17, 2020

Fossil evidence from a former expedition reveals a new species of the Polynesian sandpiper.

More Than 100 Nations Join Together To End Cervical Cancer

Nov 17, 2020

Without global effort, annual deaths from cervical cancer could increase by 50% in the year 2035.

Long Exposure to Heavy Metal Waste Could Result in Genetic Alterations

Nov 17, 2020

Years after a mining disaster released heavy metals in the Findao Tailings Dam, Brazil, nearby dairy cows remained affected by toxic waste. Evidence revealed that they developed antimicrobial-resistant genes.

Alcohol Use Disorder Changes the Brain's Immune Cells

Nov 17, 2020

A new study reveals what brain activity drives such behavior and opens possible therapies for people with drinking problems.

How did Trilobites Survive Two Mass Extinctions?

Nov 17, 2020

Researchers explain how a resilient species survived two mass extinctions but became extinct after the third.

Rapid Mutation: Covid-19 Patient Died After Two Reinfections

Nov 16, 2020

A case study of a man "reinfected" twice reveals how rapidly the virus can mutate.

Finland's Endangered Saimaa Ringed Seal Recieves Protection Grant

Nov 16, 2020

The Saimaa ringed seal is highly endangered, with only about 400 individuals left in Finland.

Mindfulness May Not be Helping You Cope With Stress

Nov 16, 2020

New research suggests that being fully aware of the present may not be useful during times of stress.

Will Replanting Millions of Trees Restore Ireland's Forests?

Nov 16, 2020

The Irish government proposed to have 22 million trees planted annually.

People with Contact Dermatitis Should Opt for Cotton Masks to Prevent Rashes

Nov 15, 2020

Medical challenge doctors are faced with is how to protect people who are allergic to face masks. The use of masks made of cotton or other natural fibers could help prevent the breakout of rashes or other allergic reactions, experts say.

Egyptian Archaeologist Unearth Largest Find of Over 100 Coffins in Saqqara

Nov 15, 2020

Saqqara is one of Egypt's most valuable necropolis where archaeologists continue to discover new artifacts underground. The most recent discovery is over 100 decorated coffins.