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Scientists crack the secret to perfectly cooked eggs

Researchers developed a ‘periodic cooking’ method using alternating hot and cold water cycles to cook eggs evenly while preserving nutrients and optimizing texture.

9 Feb 2025

Liver graft preservation methods alter microbiota composition after transplantation

End-stage liver disease is associated with disruptions in gut microbiota composition and function, which may facilitate gut-to-liver bacterial translocation, impacting liver graft integrity and clinical outcomes following liver transplantation.

7 Feb 2025

Gut microbiome shifts from sugary drinks tied to higher diabetes risk

Researchers examine the association between sugar-sweetened beverage intake and gut microbiota-mediated changes that may mitigate the risk of diabetes.

7 Feb 2025

Innovative method sheds light on the proteins behind gut health

A new Weizmann Institute study identified all of the proteins in a stool sample – those from the microbiome, the human body and food – revealing the hidden secrets of the intestines and their impact on human disease

5 Feb 2025

Breast cancer risk and chemical exposure: New evidence points to triclosan as a key culprit

Researchers found that moderate triclosan exposure is significantly linked to increased breast cancer risk, particularly in younger, overweight, and White women, while other endocrine-disrupting chemicals showed mixed or no associations.

4 Feb 2025

New method uses DNA sequencing for precise metabolite measurement

Researchers at the University of Toronto have invented a new method that uses DNA sequencing to measure metabolites. This enables rapid and precise analysis of biological compounds, such as sugars, vitamins, hormones and the hundreds of other metabolites that are critical for health.

4 Feb 2025

Microplastics may accumulate in the brain at higher levels than in the kidney or liver

Findings indicate rising microplastic concentrations in human brains and organs, urging deeper investigation into their health effects and distribution.

3 Feb 2025

Researchers compare cow and camel milk proteomes, focusing on immune proteins and processing

This study compares immune proteins and bioactive peptides in cow and camel milk, highlighting camel milk's lower allergenic potential and therapeutic benefits.

28 Jan 2025

Innovating for impact: Jordi Labs on aligning methodologies with FDA expectation

News-Medical speaks with Jordi Labs’ about its recent achievements, alignment with FDA expectations, and strategic positioning.

From Jordi Labs 27 Jan 2025

Cannabis smoke at home linked to secondhand exposure in children

The study links in-home cannabis smoking to elevated THC levels in children, highlighting the need for interventions to reduce secondhand exposure risks.

27 Jan 2025

Study reveals biotin’s potential to mitigate manganese-induced brain damage

While manganese is an essential mineral involved in many bodily functions, both deficiency and excessive exposure can cause health issues.

21 Jan 2025

Exploring the role of confocal-based high-content imaging in advancing core facilities

In this interview, NewsMedical speaks with Esther Kieserman and Arvonn Tully from Yokogawa Life Science about how confocal-based high-content imaging is advancing core facility research and improving data reliability.

From Yokogawa Life Science 20 Jan 2025

Scientists reveal Homo erectus mastered desert survival one million years ago

Researchers discovered that Homo erectus adapted to hyperarid conditions in Tanzania one million years ago, challenging previous beliefs about early human ecological limitations.

19 Jan 2025

Researchers identify a natural defense against blood vessel inflammation and atherosclerosis

Research reveals IGFBP6's role in suppressing vascular inflammation and atherosclerosis, suggesting it as a novel target for cardiovascular disease therapy.

15 Jan 2025

Proteomic mapping identifies biomarkers driving healthy aging and preventing chronic diseases

Scientists mapped the serum proteome longitudinally to uncover biomarkers linked to healthy aging and cardiometabolic diseases, revealing potential therapeutic targets.

14 Jan 2025

Short-chain fatty acids propionate and butyrate directly modify chromatin to regulate gene expression

Short-chain fatty acids influence gene regulation and chromatin accessibility, highlighting their role in colorectal cancer and normal cellular processes.

13 Jan 2025

Sex-specific mitochondrial marker deficiencies linked to early cognitive dysfunction in Alzheimer’s disease

Research reveals sex-specific free-carnitine deficiency in women with cognitive impairment, linking mitochondrial metabolism to Alzheimer's disease progression.

10 Jan 2025

Mutation in ASXL1 gene triggers chain reaction leading to blood disorders

Scientists at La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) have discovered how a mutated gene kicks off a dangerous chain of events during blood cell production.

8 Jan 2025

U.S. wastewater treatment fails to address rising organofluorine contamination

Municipal wastewater treatment plants remove less than 25% of extractable organofluorine, with fluorinated pharmaceuticals dominating contaminants and posing significant risks to U.S. drinking water quality.

7 Jan 2025

Lithocholic acid enhances health and lifespan, mimicking calorie restriction

Lithocholic acid (LCA), a metabolite induced by calorie restriction (CR), activates AMPK and mimics anti-aging benefits. A recent study highlights LCA's role in improving muscle performance, glucose tolerance, and lifespan in aged organisms.

1 Jan 2025