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December 21, 2024
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Dec. 11, 2024 — A new study shows that long-term exposure to air pollution contributes to millions of deaths in India. The research emphasizes the need for stricter air quality regulations in the ...
Dec. 11, 2024 — An interdisciplinary team has created tiny bubble-like microrobots that can deliver therapeutics right where they are needed and then be absorbed by the ...
Dec. 9, 2024 — The short-term boost our brains get after we do exercise persists throughout the following day, suggests a new ...
Dec. 3, 2024 — Brain tissue is among the most energetically costly in the body, and as a result, larger-brained mammals require more energy to support brain growth and maintenance. Exactly which biological changes allowed human ancestors to meet the very high ...
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Dec. 19, 2024 — New research finds a pervasive low-quality diet among pregnant and postpartum individuals, reflecting 'an urgent need for widespread ...
Dec. 20, 2024 — Physician-scientists found that a subset of artificial heart patients can regenerate heart muscle, which may open the door to new ways to treat and perhaps someday cure heart ...
Dec. 20, 2024 — Scientists have uncovered new details about the mechanism behind cancer progression. Researchers explored the influence the mechanical stiffening of the tumor cell's environment may have on the ...
Dec. 20, 2024 — Using an AI tool, researchers have analyzed brain images from 70-year-olds and estimated their brains' biological age. They found that factors detrimental to vascular health, such as inflammation and ...
Dec. 20, 2024 — Researchers have been able to identify at least three distinct subtypes of a rare type of bone cancer for the first time, which could transform ...
Dec. 20, 2024 — Researchers trained a large language model to read medical charts, looking for signs that kids with ADHD received the right follow-up care when using new ...
Dec. 20, 2024 — When you are feeling hungry, the brain takes the necessary steps toward consuming a meal. Many of these steps are not well known, but a new study reveals brain circuits and chemical messengers that ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — Mutational signatures etched into the cells' genome by an anti-cancer drug called temozolomide (TMZ) uncover an Achilles' heel for TMZ chemotherapy resistance, according to new ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — There are several strategies for the early detection of prostate cancer. The first step is often a blood test for prostate-specific antigen (PSA). If ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — Opening new doors for the development of nanotechnologies in medicine and other fields, scientists recreate and compare two natural mechanisms to better program the timescale of molecular ...
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Dec. 20, 2024 — A breakthrough in understanding how a single-cell parasite makes ergosterol (its version of cholesterol) could lead to more effective drugs for human leishmaniasis, a parasitic disease that afflicts ...
Dec. 20, 2024 — Combining bioinformatics and experimetal approaches, researchers have discovered replication hubs for human norovirus, the leading cause of viral gastroenteritis accounting for an estimated 685 ...
Dec. 20, 2024 — Researchers conducted a comprehensive review of Chagas disease in Switzerland. Although typically found in Latin America, Chagas disease affects between 2,000 and 4,000 people in Switzerland. The ...
Dec. 20, 2024 — Researchers trained a large language model to read medical charts, looking for signs that kids with ADHD received the right follow-up care when using new ...
Dec. 20, 2024 — New findings point to an opportunity to improve therapies that use small RNAs to silence disease-causing genes, potentially including those involved in ...
Dec. 20, 2024 — Researchers have studied placental genes to explore how Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) affects a child's development. Differences showed up between pregnancies from frozen and fresh ...
Dec. 20, 2024 — New researchers uncover the role of Piezo channels that sense pressure in the digestive tract and regulate swallowing behavior. The research opens new opportunities for developing treatments for ...
Dec. 20, 2024 — A research team has developed a highly efficient wearable energy harvester that can power electronic devices using only body ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — People who suffer from continued symptoms of concussion should seek a referral to physical therapy as soon as possible, new research ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — A study may explain why some patients with Crohn's disease continue to experience symptoms, even in the absence of ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — A research team examined the atomic composition of enamel samples from two human ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — A team of chemists has unveiled a novel method to simplify the synthesis of piperidines, a key structural component in many pharmaceuticals. The study combines biocatalytic carbon-hydrogen oxidation ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — Inflammation in the hippocampus -- the brain's memory center -- significantly alters motivation and behavior in mice, according to new ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — A research team found out how AHCC, a standardized extract of cultured Lentinula edodes mycelia, might be able to suppress the progression of liver ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — Antibodies can improve the rehabilitation of people with acute spinal cord injury. Researchers have investigated this with promising results. For the first time, it was possible to identify patient ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — Researchers have discovered that certain components of so-called 'good' cholesterol -- high-density lipoproteins (HDL) -- may be associated with an increased prevalence of cardiovascular ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — Deubiquitinases (DUBs) are enzymes used by cells to trim protein modifications made from the protein ubiquitin, and thereby regulate proteins. Malfunctioning of DUBs could lead to diseases, including ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — When introducing genes into yeast to make it produce drugs and other useful substances, it is also necessary to reliably switch the production on or off. Researchers have found three gene regulation ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — A new study reveals significant improvements in the health of older adults when compared to previous ...
Dec. 19, 2024 — Researchers have discovered a surprising link between a chronic gut infection caused by a common virus and the development of Alzheimer's disease in a subset of people. It is believed most ...
Friday, December 20, 2024
- Research Points the Way to Lifesaving Antiparasitic Drugs While Unlocking a Scientific Mystery
- Researchers Discover Replication Hubs for Human Norovirus
- A Tropical Disease in Switzerland: Call for Coordinated Action on Chagas Disease
- AI May Help Researchers With Medical Chart Review, Study Finds
- The Secret Life of ALAS1: How a Basic Science Discovery Could Pave the Way for Better siRNA Therapies
- Breakthrough Study Reveals How Assisted Reproduction Affects Placenta and Child's Growth
- Hidden Mechanism of Swallowing Revealed by Caenorhabditis Elegans
- Generate Electricity by Attaching Device to Your Clothes
Thursday, December 19, 2024
- Getting Rehab Earlier Improves Concussion Outcomes
- Potential Culprit Identified in Lingering Crohn's Disease Symptoms
- By Looking at Individual Atoms in Tooth Enamel, Researchers Are Learning What Happens to Our Teeth as We Age
- New Molecule-Creation Method a 'powerful Tool' To Accelerate Drug Synthesis and Discovery
- Brain Inflammation Alters Behavior According to Sex, Mouse Study Finds
- Shiitake-Derived Functional Food Shows Suppression of Liver Fibrosis Progression
- Antibody That Neutralizes Inhibitory Factors Involved in Nerve Regeneration Leads to Enhanced Motor Function After Acute Spinal Cord Injury
- Scientists Make Surprising Discovery Pinpointing When Good Cholesterol Becomes Harmful
- Molecular Gardening: New Enzymes Discovered for Protein Modification Pruning
- A User Manual for Yeast's Genetic Switches
- Study Finds Slowing of Age-Related Declines in Older Adults
- The Surprising Role of Gut Infection in Alzheimer's Disease
- Genes Linked to Deadly Parasites' Spread Beyond Africa Identified
- This Prototype Sunscreen Protects Your Skin and Cools You Off, Too
- Developmental Disorder Discovery Could Lead to Better Treatments for Rett Syndrome
- Study Links Alcohol Consumption to More Severe Nut Allergy Reaction
- New 'molecular Flipbook' Gives Researchers the Best Look Yet at Ribosomal Motion
- Genetic Discovery Links New Gene to Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Delivery Timing in Mothers With Chronic Hypertension
- First Successful Clinical Trial of VU319 Brings Alzheimer's Treatment One Step Closer
- Combining Long And Short-Read Sequencing in Single Cells Reveals New mRNAs in Neurodegenerative Diseases
- How a New Gut Microbe Drives the Gut-Lung Axis
- Drinking Coffee May Help Prevent Mental Decline in People With Atrial Fibrillation
- New Study Reveals How Brain Stimulation Improves Cognition, Decision-Making in Mental Health Disorders
- Scientists Design Workaround That Improves Response to Flu Vaccine
- Study Shows Role of Cells' Own RNA in Antiviral Defense
- Role 'workhorse Protein' Plays in Keeping the Nervous System Running Smoothly
- Discovery Provides Hope in Fighting Drug-Resistant Malaria
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
- After Lockdown, Immune System Reacts More Strongly to Viruses and Bacteria
- Researchers Reveal Mechanisms Underlying Sjögren's Disease
- Dyslexia Genetics Linked to Brain Structure
- What Is Metformin's Secret Sauce?
- Researchers Find Way to 'starve' Prostate Cancer Tumors at the Cellular Level
- Getting in Sync: Wearables Reveal Happiest Times to Sleep
- Study Finds Antibiotics Not Linked to Dementia
- Sleep Apnea Linked to Changes in the Brain
- Robot Rehabilitation Can Offer Optimal Post-Stroke Treatment
- New Evidence on the Relationship Between Moderate Wine Consumption and Cardiovascular Health
- Genetic Testing Changes Course of Care in Children With Neurodevelopmental Conditions
- Study Supports New Blood-Based Biomarker to Detect Early Brain Changes Leading to Cognitive Impairment and Dementia
- Microplastics in the Air May Be Leading to Lung and Colon Cancers
- Potentially Harmful Bacteria Slip Through Antimicrobial Showerheads
- Nature's Instructions: How Fungi Make a Key Medicinal Molecule
- New Recommendations to Increase Transparency and Tackle Potential Bias in Medical AI Technologies
- Swarms of 'ant-Like' Robots Lift Heavy Objects and Hurl Themselves Over Obstacles
- Building a Backbone: Scientists Recreate the Body's 'GPS System' In the Lab
- Syphilis Had Its Roots in the Americas
- Overactive Cells Linked to Type 2 Diabetes
- App Helps Alleviate Mental Health Symptoms in Bereaved Parents
- Researcher Defines 'kindness' In Healthcare
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
- Developing Artificial Intelligence Tools for Health Care
- Paranoia May Be, in Part, a Visual Problem
- New Virtual Reality-Tested System Shows Promise in Aiding Navigation of People With Blindness or Low Vision
- 'Bad' Bacteria Can Trigger Painful Gut Contractions; New Research Shows How
- Nano Drug Delivery System Heralds Safer Era for Drug Development
- Research Shows Solitude Is Better for Your Health When It's Not Too Intense
- Brain Cells Remain Healthy After a Month on the International Space Station, but Mature Faster Than Brain Cells on Earth
- Prosthetic Material Could Help Reduce Infections from Intravenous Catheters
- More Calories -- More Consumption: Individuals With and Without Obesity Both Prefer High-Calories Food, Study Finds
- Images of Crucial Cell Receptors Show Promising New Drug Targets
- Study Sheds Light on What Causes Long-Term Disability After a Stroke and Offers New Path Toward Possible Treatment
- How the Body Clock Regulates Inflammation
- Is Fake Meat Good to Eat? Processed Plant-Based Meat Alternatives Linked to Depression Risk in Vegetarians
- Scientists Develop Scans That Light-Up Aggressive Cancer Tumors for Better Treatment
- The Longevity Factor Foxo3 Mediates 'unfit' Cell Elimination to Ensure Healthy Body Construction
- New Insights Into Blood Vessel Formation
- Almost Three Quarters of Adolescents Experience Depression or Anxiety
- Study Shows Drop in Use of Antiviral Medications in Young Children With Influenza
- Neural Stem Cell Transplantation Shows Promise for Treating Chronic Spinal Cord Injury
- Study Maps Bed Bugs' Genomes in Unprecedented Detail to Find out Why They Just Won't Die
- Being Digitally Hyperconnected Causes 'techno-Strain' For Employees
- Teens With a Reduced Response to Rewards Are More Susceptible to Depression
- Biased Language in Clinical Handoffs May Negatively Impact Patient Care
- Young English Speakers Are Most Comfortable With Digital Health
- Scientists Find a Vulnerability in Antibiotic Resistance Mechanism
- Peptide-Guided Nanoparticles Deliver mRNA to Neurons
- Tiny Robots, Big Impact: Revolutionizing Infertility Treatment With Magnetic Microrobots
- Discouraged Zebrafish Help Reveal How Ketamine Works in the Brain
- World Cup Soccer Is Getting Faster for Men and Women Alike
Monday, December 16, 2024
- Microchips Capable of Detecting and Diagnosing Diseases
- Study Finds Lower Rates of Death from Alzheimer's Disease Among Taxi and Ambulance Drivers
- Long COVID's Effects on Employment: Financial Distress, Fear of Judgment
- Study Explores Whether CBD Can Reduce Scan-Related Anxiety in Patients With Advanced Breast Cancer
- Breakthrough in Treatment Approach Showing Promise in the Fight Against Glioblastoma
- A Quick End for mRNA
- Targeting a Brain Enzyme to Curb Obesity
- Every Cell Has a Story: Tumor and Immune Cell Interactions Within Craniopharyngiomas
- Flavonoid Powerhouse: Kaempferol's Role in Taming Allergic Responses
- Blood Test Could Make Cancer Treatments Safer and More Effective
- Researchers Find Previously Unknown Links Between Microbial Bile Acids and the Risk of Colon Cancer
- Treating Prostate Cancer With Novel Platinum Complex Via Targeting Androgen Receptor Signaling
- Elucidating the Neural Mechanisms of Stress-Induced Cardiovascular Responses