Baby Undergoes Heart Transplant; First-of-Its-Kind Procedure That May Prevent His Body from Rejecting Organ

Medicine & Technology Mar 13, 2022

A baby from North Carolina has just received the first-of-its-kind procedure that may prevent his body from rejecting organs. Find out how the new method works.

Virtual Imaging Trials Adapted for COVID-19 Imaging

Aug 26, 2020

A new study establishes virtual imaging trials as a guide for effectively assessing and optimizing computerized tomography (CT) and radiography analysis tools to be used against the global coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.

Simple Experiment Reveals the Best Face Mask Against Droplets

Aug 10, 2020

In the search for the best face mask to shield you against droplets, there is a simple test according to a new proof-of-concept devised by scientists.

Winston the Pug is the First Coronavirus Positive Dog, According to Research at Duke University

Apr 28, 2020

After two cats and now a dog in the US have been reported to test positive for the virus, the CDC still notes that there is not enough evidence that points to household pets being capable of transmitting the disease.

Scientists in Singapore to Use Immunotherapy Cells in Targeting COVID-19

Apr 22, 2020

Scientists from Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore will use immunotherapy cells used for cancer treatment as a way to eliminate COVID-19. It is a cost-effective method that is already picking up steam.

Sounds of Senescence: Younger Male Swamp Sparrows Are No Longer Intimidated By the Songs of Older Males

Jan 20, 2020

In a new study published by scientists from Duke University describes how male swamp sparrows recognize the age of a rival male swamp sparrow through their songs.

Fracking Does Not Contaminate Ground Water, Study Finds

Apr 25, 2017

A recent study about the impact of hydraulic fracturing in West Virginia water reserve shows that although the practice does not affect the ground water, but it contaminates the surface water.

Scientists Are Using Polio To Fight Brain Cancer

Mar 31, 2015

A team at Duke University has been using polio to fight brain cancer with incredible results. Get the details here!