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Study links environmental pollutants to increased risk of autism spectrum disorder

Research reveals significant associations between environmental pollutants and Autism Spectrum Disorder, emphasizing the importance of identifying risk factors.

5 Sep 2024

Lipidomics and metabolomics as potential biomarkers for breast cancer progression

This review highlights the potential of lipidomic and metabolomic biomarkers in predicting breast cancer prognosis and therapy response, enhancing patient care.

5 Sep 2024

A call for robust H5N1 influenza preparedness and response

As the global threat of H5N1 influenza looms with outbreaks across species and continents including the U.S., three international vaccine and public health experts say it is time to fully resource and support a robust strategy to address this and future potential pandemic influenza threats, including to consider voluntary vaccination for those now at exposure risk.

5 Sep 2024

Identifying barriers to effective cardiac rehabilitation

Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) typically consists of physical activity supplemented with lifestyle modifications, including smoking cessation, adherence to a healthy diet, stress management, medication adherence management, risk factor reduction, psychosocial support, and education.

5 Sep 2024

High-precision X-rays uncover the mechanics of neck pain

Learning new languages, sending emails, attending a virtual class, or speaking to loved ones halfway around the world are just some of the tasks accomplished by touching a button on a smartphone. Unfortunately, the ease and convenience of modern devices have also come with a painful crick in the neck. The sedentary nature of work and prolonged use of hand-held devices and computers have contributed to a sharp increase in neck pain.

5 Sep 2024

Selenium and manganese levels significantly impact mortality risk in asthma patients

Study reveals that both low and high levels of selenium and manganese in the blood are associated with increased mortality in adults with asthma, highlighting the importance of maintaining optimal levels of these metals.

5 Sep 2024

Study explores the effects of hyperosmotic stress on microglial cells

Microglia are the brain's immune cells known to play a vital role in maintaining neural function and responding to potential threats.

4 Sep 2024

Key insights into cardiac metabolism dysfunction in the elderly

A new editorial was published in Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science), Volume 16, Issue 16 on August 19, 2024, entitled, "Cardiac metabolism in the elderly: effects and consequences."

4 Sep 2024

OSER1 protein found to have great influence on longevity

It turns out that a particular gene has a great influence on longevity, a new study from the University of Copenhagen concludes. This may pave the way for new treatment.

4 Sep 2024

Study uncovers key enzyme link between obesity and atrial fibrillation

A cellular link between obesity and atrial fibrillation - a heart condition that afflicts over 33 million people worldwide - presents a promising target for new therapies, researchers from the University of Illinois Chicago report.

4 Sep 2024

Regular mobile phone use linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk in smokers and diabetics

A new study has found that regular mobile phone use was positively associated with incident cardiovascular diseases risk, especially in current smokers and individuals with diabetes. In addition, this association was partly attributed to poor sleep, psychological distress, and neuroticism.

4 Sep 2024

Breast cancer rises among Asian American and Pacific Islander women

Christina Kashiwada was traveling for work during the summer of 2018 when she noticed a small, itchy lump in her left breast.

4 Sep 2024

Does air pollution drive dementia?

Chronic air pollution exposure is a key factor in dementia development, with pollutants like PM2.5 and NO2 linked to cognitive decline and neurodegeneration.

4 Sep 2024

Late-night phone habits contribute to teen stress and anxiety

Combine cyberbullying, smartphone use, lack of sleep, and poor mental health, and you have the perfect storm for a teenage meltdown.

3 Sep 2024

Discovery of cellular process could impact the understanding of cancer and aging

Researchers at UC Merced used fruit flies to uncover a cellular process common to many organisms that could dramatically impact the understanding of cancer and aging.

3 Sep 2024

Gut bacteria pathways directly linked to insomnia risk identified

Study uncovers a causal link between specific gut microbiome metabolic pathways and insomnia, highlighting potential therapeutic targets for improving sleep quality.

3 Sep 2024

Ketamine clinics show inconsistent practices on pregnancy and contraception

More hospitals and clinics now offer patients ketamine therapy for severe depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and other mental health conditions that haven't responded to other treatments.

3 Sep 2024

Garlic’s antioxidant and nitric oxide boosting effects may help lower blood pressure

Scientific evidence supports garlic's antihypertensive effects, detailing the mechanisms of action and key compounds that contribute to cardiovascular benefits.

3 Sep 2024

Study links higher hair cortisol levels to greater behavioral problems in children

In a study within the INMA project and involving 11-year-olds, Ane Arregi, a member of the Basque Environmental Health Research Group of the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), has concluded that greater behavioral problems are linked to higher hair cortisol levels.

3 Sep 2024

Scientists reveal global catalog of microbial small proteins, unlocking microbiome secrets

Researchers developed a global catalog of nearly one billion small open reading frames (smORFs) from microbial genomes, revealing significant protein diversity, particularly in archaea, and providing new tools for microbiome research.

2 Sep 2024

Stress News and Research

Study links environmental pollutants to increased risk of autism spectrum disorder

Lipidomics and metabolomics as potential biomarkers for breast cancer progression

A call for robust H5N1 influenza preparedness and response

Identifying barriers to effective cardiac rehabilitation

High-precision X-rays uncover the mechanics of neck pain

Selenium and manganese levels significantly impact mortality risk in asthma patients

Study explores the effects of hyperosmotic stress on microglial cells

Key insights into cardiac metabolism dysfunction in the elderly

OSER1 protein found to have great influence on longevity

Study uncovers key enzyme link between obesity and atrial fibrillation

Regular mobile phone use linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk in smokers and diabetics

Breast cancer rises among Asian American and Pacific Islander women

Does air pollution drive dementia?

Late-night phone habits contribute to teen stress and anxiety

Discovery of cellular process could impact the understanding of cancer and aging

Gut bacteria pathways directly linked to insomnia risk identified

Ketamine clinics show inconsistent practices on pregnancy and contraception

Garlic’s antioxidant and nitric oxide boosting effects may help lower blood pressure

Study links higher hair cortisol levels to greater behavioral problems in children

Scientists reveal global catalog of microbial small proteins, unlocking microbiome secrets

Lab Matters host Harriet Gould on building a more connected lab community

The Critical Role of Sample Storage in Drug Discovery and Development

Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

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