A new study reveals that menthol-flavored e-cigarettes may pose significant risks to fetal development, including the ...

Researchers found that the concentration of menthol in the blood of pregnant women who vape is enough to activate ...

New research reveals that rising temperatures may reduce the effectiveness of natural mosquito repellents like citronellal ...

A study found that heat reduces the effectiveness of natural mosquito repellents like citronella and catnip oil by desensitizing TRPA1, a receptor mosquitoes use to detect irritants. At temperatures ...

Hotter temperatures may render natural insect repellents less effective against mosquitoes, according to a new study.

Introduction In December 2022, California (CA) enforced a voter-approved regulation restricting the retail sale of flavoured tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes. Shortly after, new products ...

Research indicates that nicotine exposure impairs ciliary function via TRPA1 receptor activation, leading to mucus accumulation and increased vulnerability to infections in newborns. Propylene ...

ROCKVILLE, MD – The 36 winners of the annual Student Research Achievement Awards (SRAA) were recognized at the 69 th Biophysical Society Annual Meeting Awards Ceremony on February 17, 2025.

Detecting danger is key to the survival and success of all species. Animal nervous and immune systems cooperate to optimize danger detection. Preceding studies have highlighted the benefits of ...