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Global study: children's lack of vegetable and fruit consumption linked to wealth and maternal factors

Researchers reviewed demographic and health surveys between 2006–2020 at the global scale.

3 Jul 2023

New technology to capture and release cfDNA on nanowire surfaces from urine

A group led by researchers at Nagoya University in Japan has developed a technology to capture and release cell-free DNA (cfDNA) on nanowire surfaces from urine.

3 Jul 2023

Long work hours and poor work-life balance threaten health of Singapore's young professionals

Long work hours among young adults hinder healthy behaviors, impacting population health. Understanding these barriers is crucial for targeted health promotion efforts.

2 Jul 2023

Traumatic events may have long-term consequences for academic progress of youth

Experiencing traumatic events such as natural disasters may have long-term consequences for the academic progress and future food security of youth - a problem researchers said could worsen with the increased frequency of extreme weather events due to climate change.

30 Jun 2023

As low-nicotine cigarettes hit the market, anti-smoking groups press for wider standard

The idea seems simple enough. Preserve all the rituals of smoking: Light up a cigarette, inhale the smoke, including the nasty stuff that can kill you, and exhale.

30 Jun 2023

A new law is supposed to protect pregnant workers — but what if we don’t know how?

Vanessa Langness had always been a bit worried about the chemicals she worked with as a biomedical researcher, but when she got pregnant in October, her concerns grew.

30 Jun 2023

Study reviews the status of microbial succinic acid production

The current status and future perspectives on the successful industrialization of biobased succinic acid are discussed in a comprehensive review article in the peer-reviewed journal Industrial Biotechnology.

30 Jun 2023

HIV patients susceptible to psychosocial challenges like depression and anxiety, finds study

The COVID-19 pandemic had substantial psychological impacts on the nation and around the world. New research shows patients with HIV were particularly susceptible to psychosocial challenges like depression, anxiety, substance abuse, loneliness and more.

30 Jun 2023

Childhood picky eating habits persist into adulthood, impacting dietary choices

Research examines the association between picky eating in early childhood and its long-term effects on food consumption patterns and weight status in young adulthood. The study aims to provide insights into the relationship between picky eating and dietary habits, as well as potential implications for weight management.

29 Jun 2023

Exploding populations of wild pigs and macaque monkeys could increase disease outbreaks

Exploding populations of wild pigs and macaque monkeys in Southeast Asia are threatening native forests and disease outbreaks in livestock and people, according to research led by The University of Queensland.

29 Jun 2023

Living in a historically redlined neighborhood may increase risk of kidney failure

New study shows that long-term disinvestment in health and wealth resources in historically redlined neighborhoods likely contributes to a disproportionate rate of kidney failure among Black adults today.

29 Jun 2023

WHO to declare artificial sweetener aspartame as possible carcinogen

The World Health Organization recently indicated that aspartame will likely be declared a “possible carcinogen to humans.”

29 Jun 2023

A lack of body-positive videos on TikTok

The research paper examines body positivity videos on TikTok, analyzing their content, themes, and messaging. The findings reveal a prevalence of unrealistic beauty standards and a lack of explicit positive body image messages, highlighting the need for further investigation into the effects of such content on social media platforms.

29 Jun 2023

The connection between energy insecurity and poor health

In light of climate change and the impending transition to clean energy, many long-standing programs to address energy insecurity need to be refreshed.

29 Jun 2023

UW Medicine reaffirms support for access to abortion care

The Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, overturning Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, has had significant impacts nationally on healthcare justice, affecting the health, financial stability and opportunity for many people across the country.

29 Jun 2023

Food News and Research

Global study: children's lack of vegetable and fruit consumption linked to wealth and maternal factors

New technology to capture and release cfDNA on nanowire surfaces from urine

Long work hours and poor work-life balance threaten health of Singapore's young professionals

Traumatic events may have long-term consequences for academic progress of youth

As low-nicotine cigarettes hit the market, anti-smoking groups press for wider standard

A new law is supposed to protect pregnant workers — but what if we don’t know how?

Study reviews the status of microbial succinic acid production

HIV patients susceptible to psychosocial challenges like depression and anxiety, finds study

Childhood picky eating habits persist into adulthood, impacting dietary choices

Exploding populations of wild pigs and macaque monkeys could increase disease outbreaks

Living in a historically redlined neighborhood may increase risk of kidney failure

WHO to declare artificial sweetener aspartame as possible carcinogen

A lack of body-positive videos on TikTok

The connection between energy insecurity and poor health

UW Medicine reaffirms support for access to abortion care

TOS members unveil new research about anti-obesity medications at ADA annual meeting

How New Genomic Techniques can make agricultural production more sustainable

Natural molecule could be added to toothpastes and mouthwashes to improve dental hygiene

The protective effects of extra virgin olive oil on disease risk factors

Tirzepatide triumphs in significant weight reduction for people with type 2 diabetes

The future is bioengineered: Synthetic biology and global sustainability eBook

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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