Diseases : Science World Report

Jul 29, 2015 11:22 PM EDT

Mysterious Wasting Disease in Starfish Examined with Immune Response

Sea stars are dying all along the West Coast. Now, scientists have taken a closer look at the starfish in order to better understand its immune response and its ability to protect a diverse coastal ecosystem.

Jul 11, 2015 09:04 PM EDT

Cerebral Palsy: New Device Produces Sounds by Analyzing a Person's Brain

Scientists have managed to create a new device that may have some major implications for those with disabilities. The device can actually analyze a person's brain signals and produce sounds.

Jun 22, 2015 09:18 AM EDT

White-Nose Syndrome in Bats Parallels New Deadly Fungal Disease in Snakes

Scientists may have found a link between two deadly fungal infections. Researchers have taken a closer look at snake fungal disease and have found that it's eerily similar to the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome in bats.

Jun 15, 2015 08:28 AM EDT

Disease Risk In Humans and Plants May Be Reduced Via Biodiversity

As infectious diseases increase worldwide, it's important to find out what may reduce instances of these diseases. Now, scientists may have figured out a way: biodiversity.

May 27, 2015 06:32 AM EDT

Bizarre Virus that Survives Boiling Acid May Treat Human Diseases

A bizarre virus that survives in nearly boiling acid may yield new clues to treat deadly diseases.

Mar 27, 2015 07:42 AM EDT

Scientists Genetically Edit Mosquitoes That Transmit Deadly Diseases

Scientists may have discovered a way to genetically "edit" a mosquito, which may help keep it from spreading the deadly diseases chikungunya, yellow fever and dengue fever.

Feb 26, 2015 12:10 PM EST

Scientists Discover the Safest Place to Hide from the Zombie Apocalypse

There are places you don't want to be in the zombie apocalypse, and then there are places that are safe-somewhat. Scientists have found that if a zombie outbreak were to strike U.S. shores, you may want to head west.

Feb 17, 2015 09:21 AM EST

Sex Benefits Humans Over Time with Disease Resistance

For decades, scientists have examined the genetic advantage of sexual reproduction versus asexual reproduction. Yet theories of this genetic advantage have never been proven in humans--until now.

Nov 26, 2014 07:08 AM EST

Parasites Use a Trojan Horse to Infiltrate Host Cells with Harmful DNA

Parasites have a few different ways to get around a body's immune system. But did you know that they use a Trojan horse tactic?

Nov 05, 2014 08:05 AM EST

Climate Change May Cause New and Old Diseases to Emerge

As our climate changes, conditions are also changing. Now, scientists are identifying new health risks associated with a shifting environment.

Oct 20, 2014 07:04 AM EDT

Blind Cave Fish May Shed Light on Human Eye Diseases

Blind cave fish may just shed some light on eye disease and other human health issues. Scientists have examined these tiny eyeless fish and have found clues about the underpinnings of degenerative eyes disease and other issues.

Aug 13, 2014 08:26 AM EDT

Mouth Bacteria Change Their Diet When Diseased: New Method to Predict Illness

It turns out that the bacteria in your mouth can drastically change when you're diseased. Scientists have discovered that mouth bacteria could be the perfect way to detect illnesses that range from periodontitis to diabetes to Crohn's disease.