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Study provides insights into the challenges faced by American moms in the year after birth

Maternal mortality in the U.S. is on the rise and more than half of maternal deaths occur in the postpartum year.

6 Nov 2023

Yabing Chen receives NIH grants to advance vascular disease research

Yabing Chen, Ph.D., has been awarded two National Institutes of Health grants totaling more than $5 million to further her research into vascular diseases ranging from hardening of the arteries to dementia.

6 Nov 2023

Individuals with genetic predisposition for physical activity have fewer cardiovascular risk factors

In a study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä's Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, it was found that individuals with a genetic predisposition for higher levels of physical activity have fewer risk factors for cardiovascular diseases and a reduced risk of developing hypertension, cerebrovascular diseases, and type 2 diabetes.

6 Nov 2023

Telomouse model provides a valuable resource for in-depth aging and cancer research

Researchers introduce the "Telomouse". By making a subtle genetic alteration in standard lab mice, they've made their telomeres, which protect the chromosome ends, more closely resemble those in humans.

6 Nov 2023

CEPI and University of Oxford launch new project to initiate vaccine development against Junín virus

The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) and the University of Oxford today announced the launch of a new project to initiate early development of prototype vaccines against the Junín virus, selected as an exemplar of the Arenavirus family which is responsible for multiple deadly hemorrhagic fevers with epidemic and pandemic potential.

6 Nov 2023

Japanese study uncovers protective role of nasal microbiome in eosinophilic chronic rhinosinusitis

Like other countries in the world, Japan has witnessed a worrisome increase in the prevalence of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) over the last decade.

6 Nov 2023

Overcoming T-cell exhaustion: A new hope for CAR-T cell therapy

CAR-T cell therapy is a last hope for many patients with blood, bone marrow or lymph gland cancer when other treatments such as chemotherapy are unsuccessful.

6 Nov 2023

Study reveals significant deficit in the UK's prosthetic and orthotic workforce

A Staffordshire University study has revealed a significant deficit in the number of prosthetists, orthotists, prosthetic and orthotic technicians, and support workers in the UK.

6 Nov 2023

AI could revolutionize sudden cardiac death prediction and prevention

Predicting sudden cardiac death, and perhaps even addressing a person's risk to prevent future death, may be possible through artificial intelligence (AI) and could offer a new move toward prevention and global health strategies, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association's Resuscitation Science Symposium 2023.

6 Nov 2023

Depression, anxiety and chronic stress increase risk for heart and brain health complications

The heart and mind are strongly connected, with depression, anxiety and chronic stress all increasing the risk for heart and brain health complications, according to two preliminary studies to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2023.

6 Nov 2023

Study sheds light on seasonal trends in adolescent depression and antidepressant prescribing

Researchers determined seasonal patterns in primary care antidepressant prescribing and consultations for mental health issues in adolescents and young adults living in England, United Kingdom (UK).

6 Nov 2023

Science says teens need more sleep. So why is it so hard to start school later?

High school classes start so early around this city that some kids get on buses at 5:30 in the morning.

6 Nov 2023

Can PTSD deteriorate women's cardiovascular and neurological health?

Whether posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms in civilian midlife women negatively affected their cardiovascular and neurocognitive health.

6 Nov 2023

Can an adapted mindfulness training program improve interoception and adherence to the DASH diet?

An adapted mindfulness training program improve interoception and adherence to the DASH diet.

6 Nov 2023

Study explores link between paternal mental health and behavioral, cognitive problems in children

While the role of mothers’ stress, anxiety and depression on children’s behavioral and cognitive development is well established, less is known about the connection between fathers’ mental health and children’s development.

6 Nov 2023

State-by-state snapshot: Long-COVID's grip varies, with mental health in the crosshairs

Study shows 14% of Americans face long-COVID with variations across states and ethnicities, linking it to significant declines in physical and mental health.

5 Nov 2023

Decoding long COVID, pathophysiology, epidemiology, diagnosis, and management

Comprehensive review unravels the complexities of long COVID, spanning pathophysiology to management strategies, and underscores the need for targeted therapies and early diagnosis.

5 Nov 2023

New pathway to combat cardiovascular disease identified

Research led by the University of Minnesota Medical School identified a new pathway to combat cardiovascular disease. The study was recently published in Nature Cardiovascular Research.

3 Nov 2023

WFIRM announces successful renewal of its Research Experiences for Undergraduates Site grant

The Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine (WFIRM) is thrilled to announce the successful renewal of its Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF).

3 Nov 2023

Racial and socioeconomic integration linked to lower health care expenditure disparities

Differences in health care expenditures between Black and white adults vary substantially with the local level of racial and economic integration, and tend to be low or nonexistent in highly integrated communities, according to a study led by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

3 Nov 2023

Education News and Research

Study provides insights into the challenges faced by American moms in the year after birth

Yabing Chen receives NIH grants to advance vascular disease research

Individuals with genetic predisposition for physical activity have fewer cardiovascular risk factors

Telomouse model provides a valuable resource for in-depth aging and cancer research

CEPI and University of Oxford launch new project to initiate vaccine development against Junín virus

Japanese study uncovers protective role of nasal microbiome in eosinophilic chronic rhinosinusitis

Overcoming T-cell exhaustion: A new hope for CAR-T cell therapy

Study reveals significant deficit in the UK's prosthetic and orthotic workforce

AI could revolutionize sudden cardiac death prediction and prevention

Depression, anxiety and chronic stress increase risk for heart and brain health complications

Study sheds light on seasonal trends in adolescent depression and antidepressant prescribing

Science says teens need more sleep. So why is it so hard to start school later?

Can PTSD deteriorate women's cardiovascular and neurological health?

Can an adapted mindfulness training program improve interoception and adherence to the DASH diet?

Study explores link between paternal mental health and behavioral, cognitive problems in children

State-by-state snapshot: Long-COVID's grip varies, with mental health in the crosshairs

Decoding long COVID, pathophysiology, epidemiology, diagnosis, and management

New pathway to combat cardiovascular disease identified

WFIRM announces successful renewal of its Research Experiences for Undergraduates Site grant

Racial and socioeconomic integration linked to lower health care expenditure disparities

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