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Chinese researchers map epigenetic control of congenital heart defects

The findings have direct implications for clinical practice and future research. For genetic screening, the study provides a clear priority: CHD7 for outflow‑tract defects, CHD4 for chamber‑patterning anomalies, and CHD8 for ventricular dysfunction.

24 Jul 2026

Midpregnancy herbicide exposure linked to increased risk of preterm birth

Exposure to a widely used herbicide during the middle months of pregnancy may increase the chance of giving birth too early, before 37 weeks, a new study shows.

22 Jul 2026

Health insurance keeps many Americans trapped in unwanted jobs

Nearly one in four U.S. workers (24%) say they are currently in a job they want to quit but stay with their employer for the health insurance, according to new research from the West Health-Gallup Center on Healthcare in America.

22 Jul 2026

Automated workflow speeds bacterial sample preparation for genetic sequencing

Biomedical engineers at Brown University have developed a fully automated workflow that simplifies and accelerates the preparation of bacterial samples for genetic sequencing.

21 Jul 2026

Unlocking the untapped 90%: Membrane protein purification as a three hours routine workflow

Automated, detergent-free purification preserves native membrane protein structure while supporting more reliable target validation workflows.

From Analytik Jena 21 Jul 2026

Smarter hospital design could save $100 million in the long-term

A modeling study reveals that smarter hospital design can generate $100 million in long-term savings while fostering healthier healthcare environments.

20 Jul 2026

Building the next generation of DMTA for future-ready drug discovery

Discover how the next generation of DMTA is creating a future-ready drug discovery engine through AI and automation.

From TTP plc 15 Jul 2026

Unlocking the potential of organoids in modern drug discovery

Explore how organoids are unlocking new possibilities in modern drug discovery by improving disease modelling within DMTA-driven research workflows.

From TTP plc 15 Jul 2026

GLP-1 weight loss may reduce first-impression penalties in relationships and hiring

An NBER working paper found that GLP-1 initiation and associated weight loss were followed by higher partnership formation among initially single women and greater employment entry among women who were not employed. The findings suggest that part of the female obesity penalty may arise when prospective partners and employers form first impressions, although the observational analysis did not directly prove discrimination

13 Jul 2026

Machine learning framework enables low-cost water toxin detection

Portable screen-printed carbon electrode (SPCE) biosensors offer a rapid and low-cost way to detect microcystin-lysine-arginine (MC-LR), an extremely potent toxin produced by cyanobacteria during harmful algal blooms in freshwater.

11 Jul 2026

Direct-to-definitive toxicology screening: Moving beyond immunoassays in clinical toxicology

Discover expert insights into toxicology screening with mass spectrometry, reducing false results and improving patient safety in clinical toxicology.

From Waters Advanced Diagnostics 9 Jul 2026

Biohub researchers use artificial intelligence to uncover new psoriasis targets

Biohub researchers performed what they believe is the first genome-wide CRISPR study of primary human adult skin cells, then used an AI model to mine the results for overlooked drug targets for psoriasis.

8 Jul 2026

Advanced 3D imaging reveals hidden nerve networks inside joints

Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are a group of more than 30 conditions that cause pain and dysfunction in the jaw.

7 Jul 2026

Memory B cells reveal how nasal vaccines could stop respiratory infections earlier

A Science Immunology Review explains how memory B cells acquire diverse molecular, epigenetic, and tissue-specific programs that shape long-term immune protection. It highlights lung-resident memory B cells as a key target for mucosal vaccines, potentially improving control of airborne infections and reducing transmission.

6 Jul 2026