(Natural News) Giving a person infrared night vision through an eye injection seems like a premise for a science fiction movie. A recent study, however, by researchers from the University of Massachusetts Medical School (UMMS), shows that this may be much closer to reality. The term “night vision” is often associated with bulky goggles worn by soldiers to help them see […]

(Natural News) A stroke is one of the scariest things that can happen to anyone. Even if it doesn’t always lead to death, sufferers can live with permanent brain damage. Now, a team of scientists from various institutes around the world are looking into nanoparticles made of selenium as a possible way to help heal brain damage from […]

(Natural News) Scientists may have found a method for generating oxygen that could be used for future explorations on Mars. Researchers from the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena discovered a way to generate molecular oxygen – two oxygen atoms needed to form breathable air – in outer space. The idea came from observing how comets produced oxygen in […]

(Natural News) I believe it’s wrong for powerful corporations to “own” medicines. Medicine should belong to the People, and patent protection should be prohibited for all medicines, since such patents only encourage drug companies to maximize profits by keeping people sick (for repeat business, of course). Economies should never be structured around profit incentives for […]

(Natural News) The herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) are known for their abundance in active compounds that show greater efficacy than most conventional medicines. These beneficial components give TCM their medicinal properties, which make them useful in the prevention and treatment of various diseases. However, promising compounds such as bioactive glycosides are hindered by […]

(Natural News) Are gold nanoparticles safe for human use and consumption? European researchers have recently evaluated the benefits and risks of using nanomaterials in cosmetics, pharmaceutical drugs, and other products. Many sectors use tiny particles to create new materials and technologies. Their small size gives the nanomaterials many advantages. Changing the size, shape, and the […]

(Natural News) When it comes to cancer, early detection can often mean the difference between life and death. One of the most promising developments in cancer detection can be found in nanotechnology, and gold nanoparticles in particular could prove to be a life-saving tool. Nanoparticles are already used in certain types of medical screenings and […]

(Natural News) Many animals, like the great apes, are known to use tools to accomplish certain tasks. And so, contrary to popular perception, what makes humans truly special is not the utilization of tools in general, but the practice of creating and using small tools. This is according to a study published in the Evolutionary […]

(Natural News) Jellyfish are ubiquitous creatures that can be found in the deep sea and in surface waters. Many beachgoers consider them pests because they sting people and can shut down beaches. Some industries also suffer economic losses whenever there is a jellyfish bloom. However, these small and seemingly innocent creatures may soon become more than just pests. […]

(Natural News) Do you ever wonder why it’s so hard to see at night? That’s because humans, as well as some other mammals, can only see specific wavelengths of light called visible light. The visible light that a human’s natural vision can perceive accounts for only a small fraction of the electromagnetic spectrum. In general, humans […]