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Adenosine is a nucleoside composed of a molecule of adenine attached to a ribose sugar molecule (ribofuranose) moiety via a ß-N9-glycosidic bond.

Are energy drinks putting your heart and mind at risk?

Comprehensive review finds energy drinks linked to range of health risks, from cardiac arrhythmias to mental health issues. Researchers call for strict regulations on their consumption, especially among minors and pregnant women.

12 Sep 2023

Is DNA methylation the missing link in diagnosing and treating psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis?

Researchers across Europe have delved into the DNA methylation patterns in CD4+ T-cells of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis (PsA) patients, unveiling potential new biomarkers for these conditions. Their study suggests that these unique profiles could serve as both diagnostic and prognostic tools, although further validation is needed for real-world clinical application.

10 Sep 2023

Theabrownin from dark tea may have the potential to treat insulin resistance

The effects of theabrownin (TB) from dark tea treatment on insulin resistance (IR).

8 Sep 2023

Does caffeine interact with genetic risk factors for Parkinson's disease in Asians?

The interaction of caffeine with Leucine rich repeat kinase 2 (LRRK2) genetic risk variants in Asians.

8 Sep 2023

Research reveals 71% of men in the UK are struggling to sleep through the night

New research, from men’s healthcare company Numan, suggests there is a sleep crisis among UK men with 71% of men surveyed struggling to sleep through the night.

4 Sep 2023

Ketogenic diets, gut microbiota, and health effects

The evidence on ketogenic diets (KDs) from the past three decades.

24 Aug 2023

Small molecule inhibitor of the NLRP3 inflammasome for treating autoinflammatory diseases

Researchers described the preclinical profile of JT002, a novel and orally bioavailable small molecule inhibitor of the NLRP3 inflammasome.

24 Aug 2023

UC researchers study parasite that causes Chagas disease

Almost everything about insects called kissing bugs is revolting, from the insidious way they bite people's faces at night to drink their blood while they sleep to the way they spread disease through their poop.

23 Aug 2023

The outcome of invasive S. pyogenes infection is regulated by an interplay between human STING genotype and bacterial NADase activity

The interplay between human STING genotype and bacterial NADase activity.

22 Aug 2023

The interplay between the microbiota, the epigenome, and nutrition among obese adults during behavioral weight reduction

Study evaluated associations between gut microbiome (MB), deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) methylation (DNAme), and nutrition.

21 Aug 2023

Newly discovered protein kinase shows promise for establishing future obesity and diabetes treatments

Researchers used genetically modified animal models to investigate the role of the newly discovered Traf2- and NCK-interacting protein kinase (TNIK) in obesity and metabolic dysfunction.

15 Aug 2023

How conversion between different types of cell death contributes to disease

Researchers elucidate the role of cell death in the pathogenesis of different diseases.

10 Aug 2023

The mechanisms of triptan using metabolomics and transcriptomics in spontaneous migraine attacks

Researchers discuss the mechanisms of triptans for the treatment of spontaneous migraine attacks by using transcriptomics and metabolomics.

3 Aug 2023

The effects of oxidative stress on women’s fertility

Scientists review existing literature to assess the relationship between oxidative stress and female infertility.

1 Aug 2023

Trial evaluates purine P2X7 receptor antagonist JNJ-54175446 in patients with major depressive disorder

Researchers investigated the safety and pharmacokinetics of JNJ-54175446 in a double-blind, multicenter, randomized controlled trial (RCT).

31 Jul 2023

Researchers uncover the biology behind insulin production

The discovery of insulin has saved the lives of millions of people with diabetes worldwide, but little is known about the first step of insulin synthesis.

25 Jul 2023

Improving gut health may be key to slowing HIV progression to AIDS

Restoring and improving gut health may be key to slowing HIV progression to AIDS, according to a new study by University of Pittsburgh infectious diseases scientists published today in the journal JCI Insight.

24 Jul 2023

Could alpha lipoic acid treat polycystic ovary syndrome?

Authors analyzed the efficacy of alpha lipoic acid (ALA) in treating polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

24 Jul 2023

Advancing vaccine adjuvants: exploring cutting-edge platforms for improved immunization

A group of authors summarized adjuvant mechanisms, characteristics, and applications, seeking to overcome current vaccine limitations.

21 Jul 2023

Study explores the effectiveness of caffeine consumption for headaches: trigger or remedy?

Caffeine has a dual role in headaches as it can induces or remediate them.

20 Jul 2023