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Trained immunity may exacerbate inflammatory bone loss disorders

Clinical research has long focused on ways to harness the actions of the immune system. From vaccines to immunotherapies, researchers have used their knowledge of the immune system to develop therapies to treat or prevent diseases from influenza to autoimmune disease and cancer.

27 Feb 2025

Cambridge launches program to tackle engineered pandemic risks

Covid-19 showed us how vulnerable the world is to pandemics – but what if the next pandemic were somehow engineered? How would the world respond – and could we stop it happening in the first place?

27 Feb 2025

New deep-learning framework improves spatial transcriptomics analysis

Biological tissues are made up of different cell types arranged in specific patterns, which are essential to their proper functioning.

27 Feb 2025

Virtual lactation support shows promise in increasing breastfeeding rates

Mothers who were given access to virtual breastfeeding support (or telelactation) through a free app tended to report more breastfeeding than peers who did not receive such help, with a more-pronounced effect observed among Black mothers, according to a new RAND study.

27 Feb 2025

Genetic mutation offers hope for better rheumatoid arthritis treatments

Research led by York University's Faculty of Health reveals how a specific mutation in a protein called TRAF1 can shut down an overactive immune response, dramatically reducing inflammation in mice.

27 Feb 2025

Global partnerships transforming diagnosis and treatment for rare genetic diseases

Global partnerships that embed scientific research into clinical care are revolutionising the diagnosis and treatments for children with rare genetic diseases, according to a new report.

27 Feb 2025

Breast-conserving therapy linked to better sexual well-being compared to mastectomy

For women with breast cancer, breast-conserving therapy (BCT) is associated with improved sexual well-being, compared to mastectomy followed by breast reconstruction, reports a study in the March issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

26 Feb 2025

Researchers aim to detect esophageal precancer with state-of-the-art medical technologies

Researchers at Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) and University Hospitals (UH) will use state-of-the-art medical technologies they invented-and licensed to Lucid Diagnostics Inc.-to detect esophageal precancer, specifically Barrett's Esophagus (BE).

26 Feb 2025

AI and deep learning transform diagnosis of oral potentially malignant disorders

Oral cancer remains a serious global health concern due to its high morbidity and mortality rates, primarily caused by late-stage diagnosis.

26 Feb 2025

Study reveals new insights into the role of gastric bacteria in stomach cancer development

A pioneering study has revealed new insights into the role of gastric bacteria in stomach cancer development that could pave the way for a more effective treatment of pre-cancer according to a study published today in Helicobacter.

26 Feb 2025

Exploring the role of SNPs in early diagnosis of coronary microvascular dysfunction

A new review highlights the potential role of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in improving the early diagnosis and targeted intervention of coronary microvascular dysfunction (CMD)—a condition linked to myocardial ischemia despite the absence of major artery blockages.

26 Feb 2025

Microphysiological systems in drug discovery

NewsMedical speaks with CN Bio about the translatability between in vitro organ-on-a-chip (OOC) models, microphysiological systems, and their in vivo counterparts.

From CN Bio 26 Feb 2025

Review: Artificial intelligence is shaping the future of diabetes care

The global incidence and prevalence of diabetes continue to rise, increasing rates of associated disability and mortality while imposing a substantial economic burden.

26 Feb 2025

Single-cell analysis reveals key chondrocyte subpopulations in osteoarthritis

Chondrocytes are specialized cells that are essential for cartilage maintenance and repair, and their dysfunction is central to the development of joint diseases like osteoarthritis (OA).

26 Feb 2025

Exercise improves mental well-being of women living with chronic pelvic pain disorders

A new Mount Sinai study provides compelling evidence that exercise can significantly help the mental well-being of millions of women living with chronic pelvic pain disorders (CPPDs), such as endometriosis and uterine fibroids.

26 Feb 2025

Scented wax melts emit harmful nanoparticles

Scented wax melts release a similar level of polluting nanoparticles to burning candles and even diesel engines.

26 Feb 2025

Sphere Fluidics rebrands to Sphere Bio

Sphere Fluidics today announced its rebranding to Sphere Bio. The name change marks a significant milestone in the Company’s development, reflecting its transition from a leading droplet-based microfluidics innovator to an established commercial provider of integrated life sciences tools and solutions.

From Fluidic Sciences and Sphere Bio 26 Feb 2025

Technology News and Research

Trained immunity may exacerbate inflammatory bone loss disorders

Cambridge launches program to tackle engineered pandemic risks

New deep-learning framework improves spatial transcriptomics analysis

Virtual lactation support shows promise in increasing breastfeeding rates

Genetic mutation offers hope for better rheumatoid arthritis treatments

Global partnerships transforming diagnosis and treatment for rare genetic diseases

Breast-conserving therapy linked to better sexual well-being compared to mastectomy

Researchers aim to detect esophageal precancer with state-of-the-art medical technologies

AI and deep learning transform diagnosis of oral potentially malignant disorders

Study reveals new insights into the role of gastric bacteria in stomach cancer development

Exploring the role of SNPs in early diagnosis of coronary microvascular dysfunction

Microphysiological systems in drug discovery

Review: Artificial intelligence is shaping the future of diabetes care

Single-cell analysis reveals key chondrocyte subpopulations in osteoarthritis

Exercise improves mental well-being of women living with chronic pelvic pain disorders

Scented wax melts emit harmful nanoparticles

Sphere Fluidics rebrands to Sphere Bio

New AI tool detects elevated heart disease risk in women using ECG

New tool could revolutionize brain tumor surgery with rapid cancer cell detection

Using quorum sensing inhibitors as a novel approach to address antibiotic resistance

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