Daily Archives:February 6, 2016
A brucellosis vaccine that provides sterile immunity
Brucellosis is a disease caused by infection with bacteria of the genus Brucella. Most of Brucella species are capable of infecting humans, and they are all considered zoonotic since different animals are their preferential hosts. Brucella ovis
Non-genetic health professionals’ perceptions of genetic testing for hereditary cancer
Over the last decade more genetic tests are being ordered by non-genetic health professionals, such as oncologists, gynecologists, and primary care providers. Numerous studies have shown that non-genetic health professionals have insufficient knowledge of genetics, express educational
Chemically exfoliated MoS2 on TiO2 mesocrystal with efficient photocatalytic hydrogen evolution
Over the past decades, the rapid depletion of fossil fuels and serious environmental pollution were started to strongly affect the modern society. With concerning the deficiency of human energy and alleviating the environmental pollution, solar energy as
Could a newly-discovered bacteria contribute to cancer?
For many years, doctors and scientists have known that certain viruses, such as human papilloma virus (HPV), are capable of causing cancer. Until recently, bacteria were ignored as potential carcinogens. This changed with the discovery that Helicobacter
The fate and influence of engineered nanoparticles in wastewater treatment plants
Engineered nanoparticles (ENPs) (intentionally created particles with one or more dimensions greater than 1 nanometer and less than 100 nanometers) are now used in consumer and industrial products. However, there are concerns surrounding their potential effects on
Why do obese individuals choose to be active?
Individuals with a body mass index (BMI) over 30 are labelled obese and urged to lose weight. This often includes encouraging physical activity, but most individuals who lose weight regain the weight they lost. Without weight loss,
