"For the first time, an egg with abnormal mitochondria can be changed to contain mostly normal mitochondria from a healthy egg donor," professor says

Mouse studies find increased airway resistance and inflammation even after weaning

Hamster study finds evidence of immune, endocrine problems

In the study, women who were given vitamin D3 and calcium supplements had 30 percent lower risk of cancer

Breakthrough non-invasive technique generates stem cells to study Down syndrome

WashU engineer to test E. coli strain to balance effects of ‘adrenaline rush’ in soldiers

Implant could offer long-acting, removable form of prevention not currently available

A person doesn't have to get sick to catch a virus. Researchers hope to catch viruses for detection and vaccinations by understanding their sticky outer layers

Among the factors driving the new study, say the researchers, is that cancer often strikes people who follow all the rules of healthy living

The discovery could open an avenue for developing treatments for Alzheimer's disease that work within the cell's membrane