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Gut microbiota linked to social anxiety behaviors

Study reveals that gut microbiota from individuals with social anxiety disorder (SAD) can induce social fear behaviors in mice, suggesting a causal role of gut microbes in modulating behaviors relevant to SAD.

2 Jan 2024

How immune cells shape our earliest breaths

Study profiles the development of immune cells in human lungs during embryonic and fetal stages, revealing their influence on epithelial cell fate and lung development.

1 Jan 2024

Genetic clue to pericarditis inflammation points to promising new treatments

Sequence variants that protect against pericarditis have been discovered at a genomic locus encoding interleukin-1 immune cytokines.

27 Dec 2023

Neutrophils: Unraveling their multifaceted roles in inflammatory bowel disease and gut microbiota interactions

Research delves into the complex roles of neutrophils in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), exploring their diverse functions and interactions with the gut microbiota and emphasizing the need for targeted therapies based on these insights.

27 Dec 2023

Citrus supplement may ease knee swelling and pain after surgery

For patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA), treatment with diosmin – a flavonoid supplement derived from citrus fruits –reduced swelling of the knee and leg and some measures of associated pain can be achieved, reports a clinical trial in The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery.

22 Dec 2023

UCL scientists receive £997,000 from the Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge

Scientists at the UCL Institute of Immunity & Transplantation (IIT) are part of a team to receive £997,000 from the Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge, a new partnership involving The Steve Morgan Foundation, Diabetes UK and JDRF.

19 Dec 2023

Study suggests iron accumulation plays a central role in senescence and fibrosis

Researchers investigated the association between cellular damage, iron buildup, senescence, and fibrosis.

18 Dec 2023

Fasting-mimicking diet shows unique benefits in cardiovascular health, study finds

Study compares the fasting-mimicking diet and the Mediterranean diet in reducing cardiovascular disease risk among obese adults with hypertension, revealing unique benefits of each diet.

17 Dec 2023

Prunes pack a powerful punch against inflammation and bone loss in postmenopausal women

A new study published in The Journal of Nutrition shows daily consumption of prunes may reduce inflammation markers connected to bone signalling pathways and reduce the effects of bone loss among postmenopausal women.

15 Dec 2023

Understanding why cutting-edge cell therapies cause an increased risk of heart rhythm disorders

A type of cell that plays a crucial role in tissue repair after a heart attack may also inadvertently be why cutting-edge cell therapies cause an increased risk of rhythm disorders, according to a new study from the Universities of Surrey and Oxford.

13 Dec 2023

Daily consumption of prunes may reduce inflammation markers and bone loss effects

A new study published in The Journal of Nutrition shows daily consumption of prunes may reduce inflammation markers connected to bone signaling pathways and reduce the effects of bone loss among postmenopausal women.

12 Dec 2023

Evaluation of immunogenicity-induced DNA vaccines against different SARS-CoV-2 variants

Five DNA vaccine candidates based on different SARS-CoV-2 strains.

12 Dec 2023

New optimized vaccine approach targets Hepatitis C virus variability

A method to design vaccines for highly variable viruses like the hepatitis C virus.

12 Dec 2023

Coffee and caffeine boost metabolism and enhance exercise performance, study finds

Study reveals that coffee and caffeine enhance metabolism and exercise performance, showing varied effects on heart rate, energy expenditure, fat loss, and insulin sensitivity, with implications for athletes and general health.

11 Dec 2023

Study reveals genetic roots of hodgkin lymphoma, offering hope for new treatments

A Stanford Medicine-led, international study of hundreds of samples from patients with Hodgkin lymphoma has shown that levels of tumor DNA circulating in their blood can identify who is responding well to treatment and others who are likely to experience a disease recurrence -; potentially letting some patients who are predicted to have favorable outcomes forgo lengthy treatment.

11 Dec 2023

Study explores the intricate gut-brain-liver connection and its impact on health

Study reviews the gut-brain-liver axis, revealing the complex interplay between these organs in health and disease and the implications for therapeutic interventions, focusing on how gut microbiota affects liver and brain health.

10 Dec 2023

Liver trigger holds the key to boosting gene therapy success

Indiana University School of Medicine researchers have uncovered vital insights regarding a liver trigger that blocks an undesired immune response from gene therapy, surprisingly resulting in the activation of specific immune cells, despite the liver's typical role in suppressing immune responses.

7 Dec 2023

Immunoregulatory nanomedicines for the prevention and treatment of respiratory diseases

Study explores immunoregulatory nanomedicines for respiratory infections, highlighting their potential in enhancing treatment outcomes and vaccine efficacy.

7 Dec 2023

Blocking an allergy pathway unleashes antitumor immunity in mouse models of non-small cell lung cancer

Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have identified an allergy pathway that, when blocked, unleashes antitumor immunity in mouse models of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

6 Dec 2023

Sympathetic nervous system and immune interplay: Key to metabolic regulation

A review in Advanced Science explores the interaction between the immune system and the sympathetic nervous system in regulating vital metabolic organs like the pancreas, liver, and adipose tissues. This comprehensive analysis provides insights into the neuroimmune relationships affecting metabolism, offering potential new therapeutic strategies for metabolic diseases.

5 Dec 2023

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Gut microbiota linked to social anxiety behaviors

How immune cells shape our earliest breaths

Genetic clue to pericarditis inflammation points to promising new treatments

Neutrophils: Unraveling their multifaceted roles in inflammatory bowel disease and gut microbiota interactions

Citrus supplement may ease knee swelling and pain after surgery

UCL scientists receive £997,000 from the Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge

Study suggests iron accumulation plays a central role in senescence and fibrosis

Fasting-mimicking diet shows unique benefits in cardiovascular health, study finds

Prunes pack a powerful punch against inflammation and bone loss in postmenopausal women

Understanding why cutting-edge cell therapies cause an increased risk of heart rhythm disorders

Daily consumption of prunes may reduce inflammation markers and bone loss effects

Evaluation of immunogenicity-induced DNA vaccines against different SARS-CoV-2 variants

New optimized vaccine approach targets Hepatitis C virus variability

Coffee and caffeine boost metabolism and enhance exercise performance, study finds

Study reveals genetic roots of hodgkin lymphoma, offering hope for new treatments

Study explores the intricate gut-brain-liver connection and its impact on health

Liver trigger holds the key to boosting gene therapy success

Immunoregulatory nanomedicines for the prevention and treatment of respiratory diseases

Blocking an allergy pathway unleashes antitumor immunity in mouse models of non-small cell lung cancer

Sympathetic nervous system and immune interplay: Key to metabolic regulation

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