Researchers recommend strategies to manage queues and waiting lines, including paying bills by mail and avoiding in-person registration. Dr. Richard C. Larson suggests that fair standing queues, such as merging traffic, can help reduce frustration with waiting.
A new study found that shrinking tumors can reduce blood vessel pore sizes, making it harder for chemotherapy agents to reach their targets. Researchers recommend designing smaller, more agile drugs to overcome this challenge.
Researchers found that localized gene therapy can produce widespread, systemic effects on rheumatoid arthritis. The study used an adenovirus to carry therapeutic genes for altered cell receptors, which lessened inflammation and cartilage destruction in both diseased and distant joints.
A Purdue University research team has solved the structure of a receptor used by the common cold virus, providing potential insights into developing new treatments. By understanding how the virus enters human cells, scientists may be able to block its interaction with receptors, potentially reducing the incidence of colds.
Scientists at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory successfully marked selected internet traffic for priority service over unmarked traffic in a cross-country demonstration. The demonstration showcases a key milestone in the development of differentiated services, which will provide specialized services to network customers.
According to a new survey by the National Center for Early Development and Learning, nearly half of US teachers are concerned about children's ability to follow directions and academic skills when entering kindergarten. The study also found that concerns were less frequent in suburban and rural schools, as well as among less experience...
Researchers developed a laser-based test to detect early-stage breast and prostate cancer by identifying epithelial cancer cells in blood samples. The test shows promise for predicting disease progression and monitoring treatment response.
A University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill study found that children's conceptions of germs and disease are often influenced by television advertisements and media portrayals. The study compared children's and adults' knowledge on the subject, revealing discrepancies between medical facts and participants' understanding.