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New automated system revolutionizes drug evaluation in zebrafish

Preclinical drug evaluation, especially for cardiotoxicity, is a critical stage in the drug development process.

11 Mar 2025

Platelet-rich plasma may enhance ovarian rejuvenation and improve egg quality in women

A new research paper was published in Aging (Aging-US) on February 18, 2025, Volume 17, Issue 2, titled "Transcriptomic landscape of cumulus cells from patients <38 years old with a history of poor ovarian response (POR) treated with platelet-rich plasma (PRP)."

10 Mar 2025

Cordycepin helps tired mice run longer and think better, study finds

Researchers show that cordycepin, a compound from Cordyceps militaris, can boost endurance and protect brain function in mice exhausted by excessive exercise.

10 Mar 2025

British scientists unveil world-leading technology to speed up drug discovery

A new 3D bio-printer that produces human-like tissue holds the potential to revolutionize the discovery of new drugs for cancer, heart disease and arthritis.

10 Mar 2025

Can microbiome discoveries finally become treatments? Scientists show the way

Researchers propose a novel iterative strategy combining big data and experimental models to move microbiome research from theory to clinical applications. The study highlights the need to bridge the gap between correlation and causation to develop effective microbiome-based therapies.

9 Mar 2025

These simple diet tweaks could slash microplastics in your body

Researchers identify dietary and lifestyle-based strategies that may reduce human exposure to microplastics and nanoplastics.

9 Mar 2025

Exosome-mediated siRNA delivery targets antibiotic resistance in bacteria

Multidrug-resistant bacteria pose a major threat to human health. Manipulation of bacterial genes at the transcriptional level is a potential strategy to fight antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections by silencing their resistance genes.

7 Mar 2025

Cheese isn't just food—it’s a microbiome booster, study confirms

Scientists reveal that cheese-derived bacteria, particularly less abundant strains, can shape gut microbiota and enhance metabolic functions, underscoring the impact of fermented foods on gut health.

3 Mar 2025

Synthetic microbiome therapy offers new hope against C. difficile infections

A synthetic microbiome therapy, tested in mice, protects against severe symptoms of a gut infection that is notoriously difficult-to-treat and potentially life threatening in humans, according to a team of researchers at Penn State.

3 Mar 2025

Novel adipose tissue biofabrication approach paves the way for enhanced skin regeneration

The adipose tissue, which serves as an endocrine organ, releases various molecules that regulate the repair of other damaged tissues, including the skin.

3 Mar 2025

New three-organ system offers an animal-free alternative for pharmacokinetics research

Innovative organ-on-chip specialist Dynamic42 and ESQlabs, experts in digital life sciences solutions, have successfully developed a three-organ system, in close collaboration with Consumer Health Division of Bayer, and the Placenta Lab at Jena University Hospital.

2 Mar 2025

Intermittent fasting cuts heart attack risk by preventing dangerous blood clots

Intermittent fasting may reduce the risk of blood clots and cardiovascular disease by inhibiting platelet activation.

2 Mar 2025

Scientists uncover how herpes virus fuels Alzheimer’s disease

Herpesvirus infection may contribute to Alzheimer’s disease through transposable element activation and neuroinflammation.

2 Mar 2025

Integrating video capsule endoscopy technology in probiotic research

To be decided by the editor

From Atlantia Clinical Trials 28 Feb 2025

Nanoplatform strategy for multimodal cancer therapy and tumor visualization

Announcing a new publication for Acta Materia Medica journal. Treatment of cancer can be challenging, because of the disease's intricate and varied nature.

27 Feb 2025

EU project aims to combat dangerous viruses with molecular interventions

Targeted molecular interventions in the replication cycle and the immune recognition of viruses are intended to prevent viral entry into cells and virus replication.

27 Feb 2025

AI system accurately detects changes in longitudinal medical images

A new AI-based system for analyzing images taken over time can accurately detect changes and predict outcomes, according to a study led by investigators at Weill Cornell Medicine, Cornell's Ithaca campus and Cornell Tech.

27 Feb 2025

Starch might impact your oral health—depending on your DNA

Cornell researchers found that genetic variation in AMY1, a starch-digesting gene, alters oral bacteria composition, influencing potential dental health risks.

26 Feb 2025

BIOHIT introduces the FAEX™ Sample System for stool sample collection and handling

BIOHIT's FAEX Sample System streamlines stool sample handling, combining multi-functionality with ease of use for improved efficiency in diagnostic processes.

From BIOHIT HealthCare Ltd 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