Researchers have discovered a new class of antibiotic that selectively targets Neisseria gonorrhoeae by triggering a 'self-destruction' program. [ + ]

Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and major depression disorder are the neuropsychiatric disorders most strongly linked to DNA methylation in the placenta. [ + ]

Physicists are using the tweezers to measure activity within microscopic systems over timeframes as short as milliseconds. [ + ]

Fighting disease at a young age often comes at a steep cost to plants' growth and future evolutionary fitness — or their ability to reproduce. [ + ]

An adult brain affected by attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) presents modifications similar to those observed in individuals suffering from dementia. [ + ]

Women affected by premenstrual syndrome (PMS) appear to experience less intense and debilitating symptoms after taking placebo pills even when told they do not contain any active medication. [ + ]

As scientists find a way to improve the effectiveness of CBD, a separate study shows that patients prescribed medicinal cannabis maintain health improvements for at least a year. [ + ]

A new non-invasive method can locate the origin of premature ventricular contractions (PVC) — one of the most frequent cardiac arrhythmias. [ + ]

CPAP therapy has been found to significantly reduce the risk of death for people with obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), according to a new meta-analysis. [ + ]

Using cutting-edge cryo-electron microscopy, the scientists were able to visualise a helicase enzyme (nature's DNA unzipping machine) in the process of unwinding DNA. [ + ]

An investigation into the source of debris balls on Sydney and South Coast beaches has determined they likely originated from Sydney Water's land-based sewage treatment network. [ + ]

Physical activity is seen as a way to extend the human lifespan, but the benefits of physical activity for longevity may not be as straightforward as previously thought. [ + ]

A major breakthrough in liquid catalysis is transforming how essential products are made, making the chemical manufacturing process faster, safer and more sustainable. [ + ]

Experiencing nature, even in the form of watching nature videos, can alleviate acute physical pain. [ + ]

The low-cost sensor detects the virus at levels below an infectious dose and could lead to rapid aerosol testing for airborne avian influenza. [ + ]