Implanted biofuel cell converts bug’s chemistry into electricity
An insect’s internal chemicals can be converted to electricity, potentially providing power for sensors, recording devices or to...
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“BINGO”: Game helps researchers study perception deficits
Bingo, a popular activity in nursing homes, senior centers and assisted-living facilities, has benefits that extend well beyond...
Lose the fat and improve the gums, CWRU dental researchers find
Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine researchers found the human body is better at fighting gum...
Twisting molecules by brute force: A top-down approach
Molecules that are twisted are ubiquitous in nature and have important consequences in biology, chemistry, physics and medicine....
Researchers use Mother Nature’s methods to rebuild bone faster
A manmade package filled with nature’s bone-building ingredients delivers the goods over time and space to heal serious...
School of Medicine awarded $6.75 million to study IBD
Investigators at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine received a $6.75 million Program Project Grant from the...
Lab discovery holds promise for creating cartilage replacements
A recent lab discovery is a step toward implantable replacement cartilage, holding promise for knees, shoulders, ears and...
Congress’s role in world financial matters explored in new book
In 2008, the U.S. recession put Europe’s economy in flux. Now, what’s happening in European countries like Greece,...
Researchers find mutation that protects against common type of malaria
A mutation on the surface of human red blood cells provides protection against malaria caused by the parasite...
Early sign of Alzheimer’s reversed in lab
One of the earliest known impairments caused by Alzheimer’s disease—loss of sense of smell—can be restored by removing...