Cell : Science World Report

Feb 04, 2016 09:02 AM EST

New Technique that Extends the Lifespan of Mice Could Also Apply to Humans

Scientists have developed a method to extend the lifespan of mice by up to 35 percent, and are optimistic about the potential implications of the study for humans.

Jan 26, 2016 08:32 AM EST

Acoustic Tweezers Move Cells in Three Dimensions to Create New Structures

Acoustic tweezers may be the next big thing for creating new structures. Scientists have created "tweezers" that can move single cells in three dimensions using surface acoustic waves without touching, deforming or labeling the cells are possible.

Oct 14, 2015 06:46 PM EDT

Childhood Head Injury Increases Risk Of Alcohol Abuse In Females

Girls who suffer a concussive bump on the head in childhood could be at increased risk for abusing alcohol as adults, a new study suggests.

Sep 15, 2015 10:27 PM EDT

Exercise: Study Reveals Healing Power Of Workouts

A healthy body and good exercise regimen can help you become resistant to other health issues, according to findings published in the 25th edition of Cell. The findings revealed that having strong, tight muscles helped individuals become more resistant to tress and filter a depression-causing toxin ...

Sep 07, 2015 09:59 PM EDT

Anesthetics: Children's Teeth Development Affected By Anesthesia

New findings published in the journal Cell Death Discovery suggest, for the first time, that the use of local anesthetics may affect tooth cell growth as well as the development of children's teeth.

Aug 07, 2015 12:26 PM EDT

Autism And Mutations: UBE3A Also Linked To Rare Neurological Disorder Angelman Syndrome

As researchers learn more about what's responsible for the health issue, new findings published in the journal Cell show how one specific mutation contributes to autism. While studying the development of a rare neurological disorder known as Angelman syndrome, the study authors found that they could...

Jul 03, 2015 08:01 PM EDT

Supercharging Stem Cells Help Transplant Patients

Researchers at the University of Adelaide have discovered promising signs in stem cell therapy that may be effective in preventing and treating inflammation via transplant recipients. The findings are published in the journal Stem Cells, which are expected to eventually lead to new treatments for tr...

Jun 05, 2015 06:04 PM EDT

Female Mice Can Only Mate When They Smell Their Partners Pheromones

Does our sense of smell have anything to do with sexual attraction? New findings published in the journal Cell show that that it does, at least, for mice.

May 11, 2015 03:59 PM EDT

Key Steps In Cell Division Reveal New Research On Cancer Division

An international group of scientists led by a group from the University of Leicester has recently announced a new advance in understanding certain mechanisms related to cancer and how it can be targeted more effectively with new treatments.

Mar 05, 2015 10:08 PM EST

Salt May Boost Immunity, Ward Off Infection

Can salt intake protect the skin? New findings published in the journal CelL Metabolism suggest that table salt could help prevent the spread of an infection.

Feb 11, 2015 11:00 AM EST

Does Your False Alarm Really Mean You're Cancer-Free?

Recent findings published in BMJ Open show that more than 80 percent of patients with potential cancer symptoms are given the all-clear following a health investigation. However, having a false alarm was also found to discourage many people from seeking help in the future event of a symptom.