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How does a vegan diet in pregnancy affect mother and baby?

A systematic review explores the impact of a vegan diet on maternal and fetal outcomes, revealing mixed results on birth weight and nutrient intake, calling for further research.

2 Oct 2024

New treatment proposed for brain metastases resistant to immunotherapy

Researchers at the Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO) propose a new treatment for brain metastases that respond poorly, or not at all, to immunotherapy, and provide a biomarker to predict in which cases it should be used.

2 Oct 2024

Plant polyphenols: The secret to living longer and healthy aging?

Plant polyphenols show promise in combating aging, supporting mitochondrial health and reducing inflammation, potentially improving quality of life for seniors.

2 Oct 2024

Scientists uncover two Crohn’s disease subtypes using lab-grown intestines, offering hope for personalized therapies

Researchers used stem-cell derived organoids from Crohn's disease patients to identify two molecular subtypes, paving the way for personalized treatments targeting specific disease characteristics.

2 Oct 2024

Researchers advance ovarian cancer detection using cfDNA fragmentomes and protein biomarkers

Researchers developed a groundbreaking method to detect ovarian cancer early by analyzing cfDNA fragmentomes and protein biomarkers, significantly improving sensitivity and specificity over existing approaches.

1 Oct 2024

Inflammatory proteins linked to higher risk of endometrial cancer

Study identifies key inflammatory and immune response proteins linked to endometrial cancer risk through both observational and Mendelian Randomization analyses, revealing the roles of IL-6 and HSD11B1.

1 Oct 2024

Uncovering the secrets of malaria parasite cell division

A team of scientists at the University of Nottingham, have uncovered how the parasite that causes malaria orchestrates their cell division – which is key in enabling the parasite to transmit this deadly disease.

1 Oct 2024

The role of FOXM1 and PD-L1 in malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor resistance

A new mini review was published in Oncotarget's Volume 15 on September 30, 2024, entitled, "Linking FOXM1 and PD-L1 to CDK4/6-MEK targeted therapy resistance in malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors."

1 Oct 2024

Novel lipid nanoparticles enhance tissue-specific drug delivery

Penn Engineers have discovered a novel means of directing lipid nanoparticles (LNPs), the revolutionary molecules that delivered the COVID-19 vaccines, to target specific tissues, presaging a new era in personalized medicine and gene therapy.

1 Oct 2024

Unlocking the secrets of analytical services: An insider interview with colman byrne

In this interview, News-Medical talks to Mr. Byrne about the crucial role of analytical services.

From DSI, a PLG Company 1 Oct 2024

Combining apple peel and mistletoe extracts to boost muscle health and endurance

Research shows that mistletoe and apple peel extracts improve muscle health and endurance, suggesting a natural approach to combat age-related muscle decline.

1 Oct 2024

Scientists uncover role of Wnt in kidney formation

A group of essential signaling molecules known as the Wnt pathway emerged early in the evolution of multicellular life. Scientists have been studying Wnt actions for four decades to comprehend its complex roles in development and disease.

1 Oct 2024

NIH grant supports research on cognitive decline in individuals with Lewy body diseases

Penn Medicine researchers will advance their understanding of the underlying causes of cognitive decline in individuals with Lewy body diseases, like Parkinson's, and identify biomarkers that predict which individuals are more likely to develop dementia with a $18 million grant from the National Institutes of Health/National Institute on Aging.

30 Sep 2024

AI-powered blood test promises early detection of ovarian cancer

A blood test that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to detect cancer-related genetic changes and protein biomarkers could help screen women for early signs of ovarian cancer, according to a study by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center in collaboration with several other institutions in the United States and Europe.

30 Sep 2024

Two genetic variants linked to Alzheimer's trigger microglial inflammation in females

Weill Cornell Medicine investigators have found that two genetic variants that confer high risk of Alzheimer's disease (AD) together trigger a harmful inflammatory response in the brain's immune cells, particularly in females, in a preclinical model.

30 Sep 2024

Study explores whether certain brain proteins may play a role in Alzheimer's development

With a four-year, $3.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), researchers from Case Western Reserve University will study whether certain brain proteins may play a role in the development of Alzheimer's disease.

30 Sep 2024

New insights into astrocytes offer hope for Alzheimer's treatment

A research team led by Dr. Hoon Ryu from the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST, President Sang-Rok Oh) Brain Disease Research Group, in collaboration with Director Justin C. Lee of the Institute for Basic Science (IBS, President Do-Young Noh) and Professor Junghee Lee from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, has uncovered a new mechanism involving astrocytes for treating Alzheimer's disease (AD) and proposed a novel therapeutic target.

30 Sep 2024

Regulating iron overload: Liraglutide's potential benefits

Researchers assess the role of liraglutide in regulating iron metabolism in a mouse model of hereditary hemochromatosis.

30 Sep 2024

Researchers uncover genetic link between bipolar disorder type I and epilepsy

A team of researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences has uncovered compelling evidence of a genetic link between bipolar disorder type I (BD-I) and epilepsy, potentially revolutionizing our understanding of these complex neuropsychiatric conditions.

30 Sep 2024

Phytoene increases lifespan, reduces oxidative stress and amyloid toxicity

Research indicates phytoene from microalgae protects against oxidative stress and beta-amyloid toxicity, suggesting its potential in promoting healthy aging.

30 Sep 2024

Protein C News and Research

How does a vegan diet in pregnancy affect mother and baby?

New treatment proposed for brain metastases resistant to immunotherapy

Plant polyphenols: The secret to living longer and healthy aging?

Scientists uncover two Crohn’s disease subtypes using lab-grown intestines, offering hope for personalized therapies

Researchers advance ovarian cancer detection using cfDNA fragmentomes and protein biomarkers

Inflammatory proteins linked to higher risk of endometrial cancer

Uncovering the secrets of malaria parasite cell division

The role of FOXM1 and PD-L1 in malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor resistance

Novel lipid nanoparticles enhance tissue-specific drug delivery

Unlocking the secrets of analytical services: An insider interview with colman byrne

Combining apple peel and mistletoe extracts to boost muscle health and endurance

Scientists uncover role of Wnt in kidney formation

NIH grant supports research on cognitive decline in individuals with Lewy body diseases

AI-powered blood test promises early detection of ovarian cancer

Two genetic variants linked to Alzheimer's trigger microglial inflammation in females

Study explores whether certain brain proteins may play a role in Alzheimer's development

New insights into astrocytes offer hope for Alzheimer's treatment

Regulating iron overload: Liraglutide's potential benefits

Researchers uncover genetic link between bipolar disorder type I and epilepsy

Phytoene increases lifespan, reduces oxidative stress and amyloid toxicity

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

Expanding access to NMR with the Fourier 80 Duo

Advancing Intracellular Delivery with LumiPore®

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