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The science behind lifestyle's role in preventing depression

A recent paper looks at the effect of a range of lifestyle factors in relation to brain structure, immune function, metabolic pathways, and genetic mechanisms that are responsible for depression.

13 Sep 2023

Could spinach extract accelerate wound healing in those with diabetes?

A recent Scientific Reports study evaluated the effect of spinach extract on wound healing in diabetic rats.

13 Sep 2023

A combination of inhibitors may suppress tumor growth and prevent cancer relapse

An international team of researchers has demonstrated that a combination of inhibitors may suppress tumor growth and prevent relapse in patients with certain cancers, including head and neck squamous cell carcinoma and lung adenocarcinoma.

12 Sep 2023

How COVID-19 targets the pancreas revealed

The study uncovers the role of the PLAC8 protein in making the human pancreas vulnerable to SARS-CoV-2 infection, leading to pancreatic injury and complications in severe COVID-19 cases. The findings open up new avenues for understanding how the virus affects multiple organ systems and offer a potential target for future treatments.

12 Sep 2023

Unlocking the future of dementia: Your telomere length could predict your risk

The recent study in General Psychiatry found that leukocyte telomere length (LTL) is significantly associated with the risk of developing dementia, especially Alzheimer's disease. Using data from over 430,000 individuals, the study suggests that telomere length could serve as a predictive biomarker for brain health and dementia risk.

12 Sep 2023

New integrated approach can reduce soybean allergen immunoreactivity

Soybeans, a major source of protein for millions globally, is one of the leading foods causing allergies. According to the World Health Organization, there are eight allergenic fractions in soybeans, with β-conglycinin and glycinin being the major concern.

12 Sep 2023

Both high- and normal-protein diets are effective for weight loss in adults with Type 2 diabetes

New findings from the University of Alabama at Birmingham indicate that the type of protein in the diet is not as important as the overall amount of weight loss for those with Type 2 diabetes.

12 Sep 2023

Arf1 inhibition induces tumor regression by promoting T cell infiltration

In recent years, cancer immunotherapies, represented by immune checkpoint blockade (ICB), have been highly successful and have become an important basis for the future treatment of cancers.

12 Sep 2023

Mesenchymal stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles show promise in PCOS treatment

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a pervasive endocrine disorder that affects millions of women globally, impacting their hormonal balance, fertility and overall well-being.

12 Sep 2023

Scientists develop new method to detect key fat-filled particles in the brain

Scientists have created a method to detect key fat-filled particles known as lipoproteins in the central nervous system, opening a new view into the workings of the brain.

12 Sep 2023

Groundbreaking discovery reveals how brain proteins can help alleviate DNA replication stress

A team of researchers from the Department of Biological Sciences at UNIST has achieved a significant breakthrough in understanding how brain proteins can help alleviate complications arising from DNA replication stress.

12 Sep 2023

Ketogenic dietary intervention may inhibit onset and progression of neuroendocrine tumors

A recent Cell Death and Disease study evaluated the effect of ketogenic dietary intervention on neuroendocrine tumors.

12 Sep 2023

The safety and efficacy of the nano-based COVID-19 vaccine

A recent study evaluated the safety and efficacy of the GBP510 vaccine against SARS-CoV-2 infection.

12 Sep 2023

Vegan diets and skin inflammatory disorders: whats the link?

Are skin disorders and inflammatory conditions associated with nutritional deficiencies in vegan diets?

12 Sep 2023

Psoriasis vs. atopic dermatitis: New study reveals surprising inflammatory differences in age-specific groups

The hematological parameters and serum biomarkers of inflammation and immunity in patients with atopic dermatitis and psoriasis.

12 Sep 2023

New machine-learning algorithms can help optimize the next-generation of therapeutic antibodies

Antibody treatments may be able to activate the immune system to fight diseases like Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and colorectal cancer, but they are less effective when they bind with themselves and other molecules that aren’t markers of disease.

11 Sep 2023

Can a healthy lifestyle keep depression at bay?

A groundbreaking study reveals that maintaining a healthy lifestyle—including good sleep, social connection, and regular exercise—can significantly reduce the risk of depression, regardless of genetic predisposition. The research emphasizes that lifestyle choices may have a greater impact on depression risk than genetics, offering actionable avenues for prevention.

11 Sep 2023

How your sugar fix affects your vitamins: Surprising link between added sugar and nutrient intake

Study examines the relationship between added sugar intake from various beverages and nutrient adequacy in U.S. adults, revealing that higher added sugar from soft drinks is linked to inadequate nutrient intake. In contrast, added sugar from fruit drinks, flavored milk, and other dietary sources may help meet nutrient adequacy goals.

11 Sep 2023

Study reveals a new potential treatment approach for glioblastoma

The discovery of a previously unknown molecular target has inspired what may become a therapeutic breakthrough for people with glioblastoma, the most common and aggressive brain cancer.

11 Sep 2023

Scientists identify malaria-causing parasites resistant to both treatment and detection in Ethiopia

Scientists have detected new strains of malaria-causing parasites in Ethiopia that are both resistant to current treatments and escape detection by common diagnostic tests - a development that could increase cases and deaths from malaria and make eliminating the persistent disease an even greater challenge.

11 Sep 2023

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The science behind lifestyle's role in preventing depression

Could spinach extract accelerate wound healing in those with diabetes?

A combination of inhibitors may suppress tumor growth and prevent cancer relapse

How COVID-19 targets the pancreas revealed

Unlocking the future of dementia: Your telomere length could predict your risk

New integrated approach can reduce soybean allergen immunoreactivity

Both high- and normal-protein diets are effective for weight loss in adults with Type 2 diabetes

Arf1 inhibition induces tumor regression by promoting T cell infiltration

Mesenchymal stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles show promise in PCOS treatment

Scientists develop new method to detect key fat-filled particles in the brain

Groundbreaking discovery reveals how brain proteins can help alleviate DNA replication stress

Ketogenic dietary intervention may inhibit onset and progression of neuroendocrine tumors

The safety and efficacy of the nano-based COVID-19 vaccine

Vegan diets and skin inflammatory disorders: whats the link?

Psoriasis vs. atopic dermatitis: New study reveals surprising inflammatory differences in age-specific groups

New machine-learning algorithms can help optimize the next-generation of therapeutic antibodies

Can a healthy lifestyle keep depression at bay?

How your sugar fix affects your vitamins: Surprising link between added sugar and nutrient intake

Study reveals a new potential treatment approach for glioblastoma

Scientists identify malaria-causing parasites resistant to both treatment and detection in Ethiopia

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

Expanding access to NMR with the Fourier 80 Duo

Advancing Intracellular Delivery with LumiPore®

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