An international team of researchers at VIB-KU Leuven, Belgium, the UK Dementia Institute and Children’s Cancer Institute, Australia, have identified a novel therapy for T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (T-ALL).
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New York Transit Edges into a Future Without MetroCards
As any New Yorker knows, the proper way to swipe a MetroCard to get into the subway system—the timing, the speed, the downward pressure—is tricky, but possible to master.
Food Insecurity in Nunavut Increased Despite Federal Subsidy Program
Researchers at the University of Toronto have charted a spike in food insecurity since the introduction of Nutrition North Canada in 2011, calling into question the federal program’s approach and claims that it has been successful.
Child Deaths in Brazil Fall Following Comprehensive Smoking Ban
Child deaths have fallen in Brazil following complete smoking bans in public places, according to a new study.
Something About Lions, Lambs, Flowers and Showers
Borrowing one of meteorology’s great euphemisms, this spring has been “an active one” in much of the country.
Out of Thin Air: Researchers Shorten Path to Capturing and Recycling CO2 With New Process
A research team from the University of Toronto has developed a new electrochemical path to transform CO2 into valuable products such as jet fuel or plastics.