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Poll reveals rising popularity of protein supplements among teens

Protein bars, shakes and powders are increasingly popular among adults – but many teens may be jumping on the bandwagon too.

21 Oct 2024

Fish oil speeds muscle recovery in aging rats, suggesting potential benefits for humans

Fish oil supplementation improves muscle recovery in aged rats and enhances membrane repair in muscle cells, suggesting potential benefits for aging-related muscle injuries.

21 Oct 2024

Blood test predicts preeclampsia risk in laboring women

A simple blood test could help doctors identify women in labor who are at risk for preeclampsia - a leading cause of maternal death - and take precautions to prevent it, according to research presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY 2024 annual meeting.

20 Oct 2024

Repeated fasting for multiple orthopedic surgeries linked to poor recovery outcomes

People who have multiple orthopedic surgeries during the same hospital stay are more likely to suffer malnutrition due to repeated or prolonged fasting, which can slow recovery and increase the risk of death, according to a study of more than 28 million patients presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY 2024 annual meeting.

20 Oct 2024

Scientists reveal how miRNAs shape cancer and offer new paths for treatment

Review explores how microRNAs (miRNAs) interact in cancer development, their potential in diagnosis, and innovative therapeutic strategies, including overcoming chemotherapy resistance.

20 Oct 2024

Liver function discovery could revolutionize treatments for cardiovascular disease

A new discovery about how the liver flushes cholesterol from the body could lead to more effective treatments for cardiovascular disease – the leading cause of death worldwide.

18 Oct 2024

Researchers develop strategies to identify regulators of intestinal hormone secretion

A multi-institutional group of researchers led by the Hubrecht Institute and Roche's Institute of Human Biology has developed strategies to identify regulators of intestinal hormone secretion.

18 Oct 2024

New study reveals molecular mechanism in Alzheimer's disease

A research team at the Institute of Neurosciences of the University of Barcelona (UBneuro) has led a study describing a new molecular mechanism that affects RNA processing and alters the process of protein synthesis in the brains of Alzheimer's patients.

18 Oct 2024

The molecular underpinnings by which traumatic brain injury increases Alzheimer's disease risk

Findings indicate BAG3 modulation after traumatic brain injury may mitigate tau buildup and cognitive deficits, presenting a target for Alzheimer's prevention.

18 Oct 2024

Revealing the hidden role of blood leaks in Alzheimer’s and MS

The question of what causes complex neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's or multiple sclerosis continues to confound scientists and doctors, with the unknowns standing in the way of early diagnoses and effective treatments.

18 Oct 2024

Researchers identify protein linked to cardiovascular health in progeria

A new University of Maryland-led discovery could spur the development of new and improved treatments for Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome (HGPS), a rare genetic disorder with no known cure that causes accelerated aging in children.

18 Oct 2024

New protein found to protect cells from age-related decline

McMaster University researchers have discovered a previously unknown cell-protecting function of a protein, which could open new avenues for treating age-related diseases and lead to healthier aging overall.

18 Oct 2024

DeNovix releases new Eight Channel Spectrophotometer

DeNovix introduces the DS-8X Eight Channel Spectrophotometer, a new addition to the DS-Series Quantification Range.

From DeNovix Inc. 17 Oct 2024

Study reveals gender differences in Rett syndrome progression

A new UC Davis MIND Institute study offers critical insights into Rett syndrome, a rare genetic condition that affects mostly girls.

17 Oct 2024

University of Miami invests $30 million in neuroscience and aging research

Demonstrating its commitment to excellence as a member of the Association of American Universities and number one in the state for National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding, the University of Miami has pledged to invest more than $30 million to bolster basic science research that will target neuroscience and aging, some of the most complex conditions confronting the United States population, including in South Florida.

17 Oct 2024