Mechanism behind CBD’s potent anti-inflammatory effects identified

A new study has identified the mechanism that makes all cannabinoids, but particularly CBD, effective at reducing inflammation. The discovery could lead to the development of new therapeutic strategies for the treatment of inflammatory diseases like as… Continue reading Mechanism behind CBD’s potent anti-inflammatory effects identified

Porous membrane saves high-density lithium metal batteries from failure

By substituting graphite for high-density pure lithium metal, scientists may be able to dramatically improve the performance of battery technology, but there are hurdles still to overcome. Scientists at Germany’s Friedrich Schiller University in Jena h… Continue reading Porous membrane saves high-density lithium metal batteries from failure

Carbon fibers allow bone cement to heal itself

A substance known as calcium phosphate cement is already commonly used to repair broken bones, both holding them together and encouraging the growth of new bone tissue. Now, scientists have added carbon fibers to the material to also make it self-heali… Continue reading Carbon fibers allow bone cement to heal itself

Violet light selectively switches on drugs in tiny groups of cells

Delivering drugs in a way that sees them target only the cells that need treating is a common objective for scientists in many areas of medical research, from cancer, to arthritis, to obesity. A breakthrough from an international team of researchers ra… Continue reading Violet light selectively switches on drugs in tiny groups of cells