Breakthrough treatment defeats deadly fungus
Researchers at the RIKEN Center for Sustainable Research Science (CSRS) and the University of Toronto have discovered a method to combat fungal infections by targeting their fatty acid production.
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Breakthrough in breast cancer detection
MIT has unveiled a wearable ultrasound device. Ingeniously designed to seamlessly integrate into a bra, this innovative technology opens new avenues for early breast cancer diagnosis.
Unlocking the achilles’ heel of insulin pump technology
Study led by UW Medicine reveals concerns about insulin pump therapy for type 1 diabetes patients. Long-term pump usage can lead to fibrotic, irritated infusion sites, making insulin delivery less effective
Conversations about the NHS: a bold prescription for it’s future
As the NHS celebrates its 75th anniversary, healthcare leaders, policymakers, and practitioners have been sharing their innovative ideas on how to reshape and safeguard its future.
Cracking the code of influenza evolution
Researchers provide new insights into viral evolution and have significant implications for understanding and predicting the behaviour of influenza and other mutating diseases.
Cadmium and foetal development
Researchers at Rutgers School of Public Health have made significant strides in comprehending the effects of cadmium, a toxic metal, on foetal development during pregnancy.
Novel vaccine key to reduce Alzheimer’s impact
Promising preliminary research reveals a novel vaccine targeting an Alzheimer’s disease-related protein successfully eliminated toxic cells in mice afflicted with the condition.
Primary cilia’s role in cartilage regeneration after growth plate fractures
Activation of the Hedgehog signalling pathway through cilia holds promise for promoting cartilage repair and overcoming growth plate injuries.
HPV vaccine cost reimbursement could hinder vaccine access
Bare minimum reimbursement rates could be why some clinics may be struggling to offer HPV vaccination in the US.
MSK1’s importance for cognitive benefits
New study uncovers role of a neuronal protein kinase called mitogen- and stress-activated protein kinase 1 (MSK1) in mediating the cognitive benefits of environmental enrichment.
New computational tool may fuel vaccine development
La Jolla biologists harness machine learning and computational tools to make sense of immune system data.
Newly discovered mechanism behind cognitive decline in aging
US researchers say new mechanism could lead to new drugs and therapies to treat normal cognitive decline in aging.
Alcohol-associated liver disease linked to abnormal splicing deregulation
Splicing deregulation is potential drug target and diagnostic tool, but can be affected by alcohol consumption and thus chronic liver disease.
Are female mice better protected against obesity?
The University of California underwent a mouse study disclosing underlying sex differences in mice for obesity.
Extracellular vesicles could slow spread of fibrosis
US researchers studied the extracellular vesicles of fibrosis and find potential avenue for new treatments and therapeutics.