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Study: ‘Thirdhand smoke’ may be hidden asthma trigger in kids
A new study from Tulane University found that parents may underestimate their children’s exposure to environmental tobacco smoke, and a newly…
The silent force behind online echo chambers? Your Google search
In an era defined by polarized views on everything from public health to politics, a new Tulane University study offers insight into why people may…
New brain mapping technique sheds light on Alzheimer’s development
Researchers at Tulane University have created a first-of-its-kind subcellular map of an area of the brain commonly affected by Alzheimer’s disease, a…
Mental health campaign dramatically cuts treatment delays for psychosis
A targeted mental health awareness campaign significantly reduced the time it takes for individuals experiencing psychosis to seek and receive…
Pulmonary fibrosis has no cure. Could a cancer drug hold the answer?
Researchers at Tulane University have identified a potential new way to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a deadly and currently incurable…
A new smartphone-sized device can test for tuberculosis. Here’s why that matters for children
Tulane University scientists designed the first-of-its-kind portable device to deliver fast, low-cost TB results — no lab required — to fight the…
Tulane researchers use AI to improve diagnosis of drug-resistant infections
Tulane University scientists have developed a new artificial intelligence-based method to more accurately detect antibiotic resistance in deadly…
Breakthrough CRISPR-based test offers faster, more accurate diagnosis for fungal pneumonia
A new diagnostic tool developed by Tulane University detects Pneumocystis jirovecii infection in just 45 minutes — offering a safer, more accurate…
Bipartisan State of the Nation Report reveals where US is excelling — and falling behind
The State of the Nation Project, a bipartisan collaboration of former appointees and advisors from the past five presidential administrations,…
Spider-Man suits? Tulane researchers develop new material inspired by superheroes
Chemistry professors from the School of Science and Engineering have created a novel material that could have a range of practical uses, from…
