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Researchers uncover novel targets for treatment of schistosomiasis

The worms that cause schistosomiasis (Schistosoma mansoni) are unusual in several ways, especially the fact that male and female adults must stay paired together throughout their lives for reproduction to be successful.

21 Jul 2023

Probiotic combination could reduce incidence of toxic shock syndrome

The widespread, pathogenic microbe Staphylococcus aureus can colonize the skin and mucous membranes throughout the body, particularly the vagina and gastrointestinal tract.

21 Jul 2023

Researchers discover NFIC molecule that may prevent pancreatic cancer

The pancreas, located behind the stomach, manages the energy supply in our body. It does so by secreting proteins (enzymes) responsible for glucose – the body's main fuel – reaching other organs when required and in the right amount.

21 Jul 2023

Pertussis vaccination responses in COPD patients

Researchers evaluated the humoral and cellular immune responses to pertussis vaccination in COPD patients.

21 Jul 2023

UArizona researcher awarded $1.3 million to study lifestyle interventions in American Indian cancer patients

A University of Arizona Cancer Center researcher was awarded a $1.3 million grant from the National Cancer Institute to study the effectiveness of lifestyle interventions in American Indian patients with obesity-related solid tumor cancers who are preparing for surgery.

20 Jul 2023

New ultra-flexible neural implant records single-neuron activity in deep-brain regions

A new ultra-small and ultra-flexible electronic neural implant, delivered via blood vessels, can record single-neuron activity deep within the brains of rats, according to new study.

20 Jul 2023

Pro-inflammatory cytokine levels and their relation to preeclampsia severity

Researchers examine plasma interleukin-6, vascular cell adhesion molecule-1, and C-reactive protein levels in pregnant women with preeclampsia.

20 Jul 2023

UC Davis MIND Institute receives 24th consecutive year of NIH funding for FXTAS research

It's been 22 years since UC Davis MIND Institute Medical Director Randi Hagerman and her husband, researcher Paul Hagerman, discovered the neurodegenerative condition called FXTAS (fragile X-associated tremor ataxia syndrome).

19 Jul 2023

New protein discovered in Alzheimer's brains could lead to better diagnosis and treatment

Alzheimer's is considered a disease of old age, with most people being diagnosed after 65. But the condition actually begins developing out of sight many years before any symptoms emerge.

19 Jul 2023

Study shows how NSAIDs exacerbate C. difficile infections

Why do nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) exacerbate gastrointestinal infections by Clostridioides difficile, the leading cause of antibiotic-associated diarrhea worldwide?

19 Jul 2023

Gut bacteria may play a role in cognitive decline

Two additional studies define specific gut bacteria that are associated with increased dementia risk, as well as gut bacteria that may be neuroprotective.

19 Jul 2023

Research opens new possibilities for treating inflammatory diseases

The inflammatory response is indispensable for protective immunity, yet microbial pathogens often trigger an excessive response, 'cytokine storm', harmful to the host.

19 Jul 2023

Study finds impaired beta cell function associated with severe COVID-19-induced hyperglycemia

A recent study aimed to investigate whether hyperglycemia persisted in COVID-19 survivors during a six-month follow-up.

19 Jul 2023

Eternal youth? Chemical cocktails prove effective in cell age reversal

Researchers identified chemical drug combinations that could reverse cellular aging.

19 Jul 2023

SARS-CoV-2 spike protein's role in lung injury unraveled: promising new approach uncovered

Researchers investigated the effect of SARS-CoV-2 spike (S) protein subunit 1 (S1) on the pulmonary endothelium.

19 Jul 2023

Immunomodulatory effects of PFAS can impair health

Because they are persistant, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are also known as "chemicals for eternety".

18 Jul 2023

Immunodiagnosis: Unleashing the potential of personalized immunotherapy

Researchers discuss the concept of immunodiagnosis and explores the potential of artificial intelligence in ID systems for precise tumor immunotherapy.

18 Jul 2023

Gut health breakthrough: probiotics show promise in managing PCOS in obese adolescents

Study examines the impact of probiotic/symbiotic supplementation in adolescents with obesity and PCOS.

18 Jul 2023

Meta-analysis confirms 17 key metabolites as strong predictors of gout

Researchers summarized the use of metabolomics to detect metabolites in gout patients.

18 Jul 2023

Study reveals immune dysregulation in Down syndrome and potential therapeutic strategy

People with Down syndrome, the condition caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21, or trisomy 21, display chronic dysregulation of their immune system, which can contribute to high rates of autoimmune conditions and severe complications from respiratory infections.

17 Jul 2023

Inflammation News and Research

Researchers uncover novel targets for treatment of schistosomiasis

Probiotic combination could reduce incidence of toxic shock syndrome

Researchers discover NFIC molecule that may prevent pancreatic cancer

Pertussis vaccination responses in COPD patients

UArizona researcher awarded $1.3 million to study lifestyle interventions in American Indian cancer patients

New ultra-flexible neural implant records single-neuron activity in deep-brain regions

Pro-inflammatory cytokine levels and their relation to preeclampsia severity

UC Davis MIND Institute receives 24th consecutive year of NIH funding for FXTAS research

New protein discovered in Alzheimer's brains could lead to better diagnosis and treatment

Study shows how NSAIDs exacerbate C. difficile infections

Gut bacteria may play a role in cognitive decline

Research opens new possibilities for treating inflammatory diseases

Study finds impaired beta cell function associated with severe COVID-19-induced hyperglycemia

Eternal youth? Chemical cocktails prove effective in cell age reversal

SARS-CoV-2 spike protein's role in lung injury unraveled: promising new approach uncovered

Immunomodulatory effects of PFAS can impair health

Immunodiagnosis: Unleashing the potential of personalized immunotherapy

Gut health breakthrough: probiotics show promise in managing PCOS in obese adolescents

Meta-analysis confirms 17 key metabolites as strong predictors of gout

Study reveals immune dysregulation in Down syndrome and potential therapeutic strategy

Bringing real-time analytics to downstream bioprocess monitoring

Designing fluidic architecture for scalable diagnostic platforms

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

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