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Sweet success: UNICAMP researchers produce vegan ice cream with soy and rice protein

Plant-based foods are gaining supporters worldwide due to growing levels of consumer awareness and demands regarding the origin of raw materials and the environmental sustainability of processes.

26 Apr 2024

MSU team creates a promising vaccine candidate for antibiotic-resistant bacteria

Driven by the overuse of antimicrobials, pathogens are quickly building up resistances to once-successful treatments.

24 Apr 2024

Study explores tocotrienols' neuroprotective effects in obesity-related cognitive decline

Obesity has become a pressing worldwide health issue, with rates steadily rising over recent decades.

18 Apr 2024

Salk scientists explain how CBN protects the brain against aging and neurodegeneration

One in every 10 individuals above the age of 65 develops an age-related neurological disorder like Alzheimer's or Parkinson's, yet treatment options remain sparse for this population.

17 Apr 2024

Novel antibacterial discovery: Umbrella toxin particles secreted by Streptomyces

Researchers have discovered toxic protein particles, shaped like umbrellas, that soil bacteria known as Streptomyces secrete to squelch competitors, especially others of their own species.

17 Apr 2024

Study reveals novel approach to promote efficient uptake of ASOs into cancer cells

Antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs) are next-generation drugs that can treat disease by blocking the transfer of harmful messages from our genes.

16 Apr 2024

Deciphering the molecular interactions of opioid receptors: Implications for drug design

Drugs that target opioid receptors sometimes have severe side effects. Thousands of people around the world die every day from overdoses involving opioids such as fentanyl.

13 Apr 2024

Researchers develop handheld device for rapid bacterial detection

Hear the words E. coli or salmonella and food poisoning comes to mind. Rapid detection of such bacteria is crucial in preventing outbreaks of foodborne illness.

5 Apr 2024

Concordia researchers link vaping additives to lung damage

The health risks associated with consumption of tobacco and cannabis products are well-established by now. Much less understood are the risks associated with vaping, particularly flavoured products popular with young adults.

4 Apr 2024

Study reveals strategy for promoting selective inhibition of multidrug-resistant bacteria

An article published in the Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering describes a possible strategy for promoting selective inhibition of multidrug-resistant bacteria, which are increasingly abundant owing to the indiscriminate use of antibiotics and are therefore a major human health hazard.

3 Apr 2024

Win a limited edition EVOLVE manual pipette starter pack

INTEGRA Biosciences is excited to give away 10 custom printed EVOLVE manual pipette starter packs that are sure to add color to any lab. The limited edition EVOLVE starter packs have a unique design, and include everything needed for productive and high precision pipetting.

From INTEGRA Biosciences 2 Apr 2024

Novel lipids in traditional herbal teas unlock potential health gains

The lipids in some herbal teas have been identified in detail for the first time, preparing the ground for investigating their contribution to the health benefits of the teas.

29 Mar 2024

Study reveals neurological effects of reused frying oils

A new study found higher levels of neurodegeneration in rats that consumed reused deep fried cooking oils and their offspring compared to rats on a normal diet. Deep frying, which involves completely submerging food in hot oil, is a common method of food preparation around the world.

25 Mar 2024

Biochemistry

Sweet success: UNICAMP researchers produce vegan ice cream with soy and rice protein

MSU team creates a promising vaccine candidate for antibiotic-resistant bacteria

Study explores tocotrienols' neuroprotective effects in obesity-related cognitive decline

Salk scientists explain how CBN protects the brain against aging and neurodegeneration

Novel antibacterial discovery: Umbrella toxin particles secreted by Streptomyces

Study reveals novel approach to promote efficient uptake of ASOs into cancer cells

Deciphering the molecular interactions of opioid receptors: Implications for drug design

Researchers develop handheld device for rapid bacterial detection

Concordia researchers link vaping additives to lung damage

Study reveals strategy for promoting selective inhibition of multidrug-resistant bacteria

Win a limited edition EVOLVE manual pipette starter pack

Novel lipids in traditional herbal teas unlock potential health gains

Study reveals neurological effects of reused frying oils

New synthetic lung surfactant could revolutionize treatment for premature babies

Researchers develop a novel sensor for the detection of bacteria

New compound shows promise as a more effective treatment for schistosomiasis

Prolonged inactivity affects cholesteryl esters differently depending on age

New compound extracted from African catfish skin mucas exhibits powerful antibacterial properties

Revolutionizing cysteine-rich peptide production for drug discovery

New "fusion sites" enable faster and more targeted drug development

Achieving and maintaining ISO 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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