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Driving innovation in regenerative medicine: €37.5 million grant for DRIVE-RM consortium

The DRIVE-RM consortium, led by Professor of Experimental Nephrology Marianne Verhaar from UMC Utrecht, has been awarded €37.5 million under the prestigious NWO SUMMIT program.

24 May 2024

Newly discovered neuron type guides retinal blood vessel formation

Scientists have known for years that a lattice of blood vessels nourishes cells in the retina that allow us to see – but it's been a mystery how the intricate structure is created.

23 May 2024

Cherries and berries: Nature’s sweet remedy for a healthy heart

Research paper reviews the cardiovascular benefits of phenolic compounds in cherries and berries, highlighting their potential to reduce inflammation, oxidative stress, and improve lipid profiles. Regular consumption of these fruits can significantly lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

23 May 2024

He fell ill on a cruise. Before he boarded the rescue boat, they handed him the bill.

Vincent Wasney and his fiancée, Sarah Eberlein, had never visited the ocean. They'd never even been on a plane.

22 May 2024

Study finds microplastics in blood clots, linking them to higher risk of heart attacks and strokes

A study in EBioMedicine reveals significant microplastic concentrations in thrombi from major blood vessels, linking microplastic levels to increased risk and severity of thrombotic events.

22 May 2024

World's first human mini-brain with a fully functional blood-brain barrier developed

In a pioneering achievement, a research team led by experts at Cincinnati Children's have developed the world's first human mini-brain that incorporates a fully functional blood-brain barrier (BBB).

20 May 2024

Transportation of cancer nanomedicines into solid tumors

A new study conducted by the Wilhelm Lab at the University of Oklahoma examines a promising development in biomedical nanoengineering.

20 May 2024

Study reveals benefits of hormone replacement therapy in female pulmonary hypertension patients

The use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may be associated with improved pulmonary hypertension in women, according to research presented at the ATS 2024 International Conference. Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a type of pulmonary vascular disease-;disease that affects blood vessels along the route between the heart and lungs.

20 May 2024

MGH investigators use new drug to save the life of patient with immune thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura

A team led by investigators from Massachusetts General Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system, used a new drug to save the life of a patient with immune thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (iTTP), a rare disorder characterized by uncontrolled clotting throughout the small blood vessels.

17 May 2024

Study reveals lung vascular differences in growth-restricted fetuses

If during a pregnancy a fetus grows below normal thresholds, at each week of gestation there is an increased risk that some of its organs may not develop properly, which can adversely affect the baby's health after birth.

17 May 2024

Twendee X shows promise in reducing oxidative stress in systemic sclerosis

Autoimmune diseases occur when the body's immune system attacks healthy cells instead of protecting them.

17 May 2024

New study finds Sfrp1 as a potential therapeutic target in cancer treatment

Cancer is a leading cause of death globally. One of the primary reasons why cancer is such a deadly disease is the ability of cancer cells to become drug-resistant.

15 May 2024

Human cell-based model of thoracic aortic aneurysm offers new opportunities for drug development

Using human cells in laboratory rats, Michigan Medicine researchers have developed a functional model of thoracic aortic aneurysm, creating opportunities for more effective understanding of disease development and treatments for the potentially fatal condition, a study suggests.

14 May 2024

New joint guideline highlights importance of coordinated care for peripheral artery disease

Timely diagnosis and proper management of peripheral artery disease (PAD), including coordinated care from a multispecialty team, are essential to help prevent amputation and other cardiovascular complications and to allow patients with PAD to live longer lives with better physical function and improved quality of life, according to a new joint guideline published today in the American Heart Association's flagship, peer-reviewed journal Circulation and simultaneously in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

14 May 2024

WHO issues landmark guidelines for preventing catheter-associated infections

The World Health Organization publishes the first global guidelines to prevent the occurrence of bloodstream and other infections caused by use of catheters placed in minor blood vessels during medical procedures.

10 May 2024

Drug repurposing breakthrough: varespladib curbs snakebite-induced necrosis

Researchers discovered that venom toxins from African spitting cobras cause severe dermonecrosis, highlighting the need for targeted treatments like the repurposed drug varespladib.

9 May 2024

Researchers create the largest 3D reconstruction of human brain fragment

A cubic millimeter of brain tissue may not sound like much. But considering that tiny square contains 57,000 cells, 230 millimeters of blood vessels, and 150 million synapses, all amounting to 1,400 terabytes of data, Harvard and Google researchers have just accomplished something enormous.

9 May 2024

First-in-class drug could prevent sepsis-related organ failure and death

A new drug could prevent sepsis-related organ failure and death by restoring the health of a patient's blood vessels.

8 May 2024

Researchers enhance CAR-T cells to target solid tumors

Researchers at the National Cancer Institute-designated Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center (MECCC) have shown that a breakthrough therapy for treating blood cancers can be adapted to treat solid tumors-;an advance that could transform cancer treatment.

8 May 2024

Protein marker unveiled for identifying blood vessel repair cells

Researchers have discovered a protein marker to help identify cells able to repopulate in patients with damaged blood vessels.

7 May 2024

Blood Vessels News and Research

Driving innovation in regenerative medicine: €37.5 million grant for DRIVE-RM consortium

Newly discovered neuron type guides retinal blood vessel formation

Cherries and berries: Nature’s sweet remedy for a healthy heart

He fell ill on a cruise. Before he boarded the rescue boat, they handed him the bill.

Study finds microplastics in blood clots, linking them to higher risk of heart attacks and strokes

World's first human mini-brain with a fully functional blood-brain barrier developed

Transportation of cancer nanomedicines into solid tumors

Study reveals benefits of hormone replacement therapy in female pulmonary hypertension patients

MGH investigators use new drug to save the life of patient with immune thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura

Study reveals lung vascular differences in growth-restricted fetuses

Twendee X shows promise in reducing oxidative stress in systemic sclerosis

New study finds Sfrp1 as a potential therapeutic target in cancer treatment

Human cell-based model of thoracic aortic aneurysm offers new opportunities for drug development

New joint guideline highlights importance of coordinated care for peripheral artery disease

WHO issues landmark guidelines for preventing catheter-associated infections

Drug repurposing breakthrough: varespladib curbs snakebite-induced necrosis

Researchers create the largest 3D reconstruction of human brain fragment

First-in-class drug could prevent sepsis-related organ failure and death

Researchers enhance CAR-T cells to target solid tumors

Protein marker unveiled for identifying blood vessel repair cells

Why use light scattering to analyze proteins and viral vectors?

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