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New identification of genetic basis of COVID-19 susceptibility will aid treatment

Posted: 05 Jun 2020 03:23 PM PDT

Italian researchers have been able to identify the genetic basis of susceptibility to Covid-19 infection, and also to the possibility of contracting a more severe form of the disease. This has important implications for treatment and drug development.

Chance of finding young Earth-like planets higher than previously thought

Posted: 05 Jun 2020 06:49 AM PDT

Researchers have found that the chance of finding Earth-like planets in their early stages of formation is much higher than previously thought.

New Papua New Guinea research solves archaeological mysteries

Posted: 04 Jun 2020 06:56 AM PDT

New research which 'fills in the blanks' on what ancient Papuan New Guineans ate, and how they processed food, has ended decades-long speculation on tool use and food stables in the highlands of New Guinea several thousand years ago.

Vision and balance issues are common in elementary school-age children with a concussion

Posted: 04 Jun 2020 06:56 AM PDT

Researchers have performed the most comprehensive characterization of elementary school-age concussions to date, revealing an opportunity to improve outcomes for this age group through more consistent visio-vestibular assessments at the initial health care visit.