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AI-driven approach reveals hidden protein relationships

In a recently published article in Nature Communications, a team of researchers from the University of Virginia - including Phil Bourne, dean of the School of Data Science, Cam Mura, a senior scientist with the School, and Eli Draizen, a recent UVA alumnus - offer an AI-driven approach to explore structural similarities and relationships across the protein universe.

10 Oct 2024

Researchers warn against relying on AI chatbots for drug safety information

Patients shouldn't rely on AI powered search engines and chatbots to always give them accurate and safe information on drugs, conclude researchers in the journal BMJ Quality & Safety, after finding a considerable number of answers were wrong or potentially harmful.

10 Oct 2024

Major study launched to explore diet and exercise benefits for metastatic breast cancer patients

Two hundred people are being recruited for a major study investigating how diet and exercise can help those living with metastatic breast cancer.

10 Oct 2024

Poppy seed brew triggers morphine overdose, drawing attention of lawmakers

It sounds like a joke: poppy seeds infused with opioids. Indeed, it was a plotline on the sitcom Seinfeld. But for some it has been a tragedy.

9 Oct 2024

Deciphering the Mysteries of the Human Microbiome

The Microsetta Initiative studies human microbiomes, analyzing diverse data to reveal links between microbes, diet, and health for improved public health.

8 Oct 2024

What’s new and what to watch for in the upcoming ACA open enrollment period

It's that time of year again: In most states, the Affordable Care Act's annual open enrollment season for health plans begins Nov. 1 and lasts through Jan. 15.

8 Oct 2024

New guidelines for conducting systematic reviews of animal and cell studies

A new publication in Nature Reviews Methods Primers provides essential guidance for conducting rigorous systematic reviews on studies with animals and cells.

3 Oct 2024

Survey reveals strong public backing for ending animal testing in scientific research

A new survey shows that Americans' attitudes toward experiments on animals have changed significantly in recent years, with the vast majority now favoring phasing out animal experiments in favor or other research methods.

30 Sep 2024

Introducing the PIPETBOY GENIUS serological pipet controller with repeat dispense capability

Enhance your lab workflow with the PIPETBOY GENIUS, designed for reliable serological pipetting with adjustable speeds and a user-friendly interface.

From INTEGRA Biosciences 27 Sep 2024

'Treating Naturally Occurring Disease’, explained by Founder, Professor Noel Fitzpatrick

Humanimal Trust advocates for studying naturally occurring diseases in animals to advance cancer and osteoarthritis treatments for both humans and animals.

27 Sep 2024

Democratic hopefuls fault GOP incumbents for anti-abortion records in Congress

In a campaign ad this month, Derek Tran, a Democrat from Orange County, California, blasted his opponent, Republican U.S. Rep. Michelle Steel, for supporting a national abortion ban and voting to limit access to birth control.

27 Sep 2024

Heat map reveals state-by-state landscape of opioid dependence

Today FAIR Health released the Opioid Tracker, a free, interactive tool tracking opioid abuse and dependence state by state. A brief released simultaneously offers a user's guide to the Opioid Tracker.

26 Sep 2024

Lack of awareness contributes to under-reporting of adverse drug reactions

Around 75% of Australians have experienced a bad reaction to a medication, but fewer than half have reported it to a doctor or the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), a new survey has found.

24 Sep 2024

Urgent call for long-term investment in antibiotic research

Antibiotic resistance is a global public health threat. Modern health systems rely on antibiotics to prevent and treat infections, and the need for new drugs is urgent.

23 Sep 2024

APCO Annual Report & Action Plan

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From Radiometer Medical 23 Sep 2024

Abortion clinics — and patients — are on the move, as state laws keep shifting

Soon after a series of state laws left a Planned Parenthood clinic in Columbia, Missouri, unable to provide abortions in 2018, it shipped some of its equipment to states where abortion remained accessible.

19 Sep 2024

The first year of Georgia’s Medicaid work requirement is mired in red tape

On a recent summer evening, Raymia Taylor wandered into a recreation center in a historical downtown neighborhood, the only enrollee to attend a nearly two-hour event for people who have signed up for Georgia's experimental Medicaid expansion.

13 Sep 2024

NCCN expands cancer guidelines library with Spanish translations and more languages

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network;an alliance of leading cancer centers - and the NCCN Foundation proudly announce plans to make every book in the library of NCCN Guidelines for Patients available in Spanish; with select editions available in additional languages as well.

12 Sep 2024

Pre-surgery chemotherapy shows promise for preserving vital organs in nasal and sinus cancer

Results from a clinical trial by the ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group (ECOG-ACRIN) show a striking improvement for patients who received chemotherapy before surgery to remove advanced squamous cell-type cancer of the nose or sinus.

11 Sep 2024

European athletes claim fastest Ironman times, outpacing Americans despite higher U.S. participation

European triathletes dominate Ironman races with the fastest times on Europe's flat, fast courses, outpacing American participants despite their larger numbers.

9 Sep 2024

Website News and Research

AI-driven approach reveals hidden protein relationships

Researchers warn against relying on AI chatbots for drug safety information

Major study launched to explore diet and exercise benefits for metastatic breast cancer patients

Poppy seed brew triggers morphine overdose, drawing attention of lawmakers

Deciphering the Mysteries of the Human Microbiome

What’s new and what to watch for in the upcoming ACA open enrollment period

New guidelines for conducting systematic reviews of animal and cell studies

Survey reveals strong public backing for ending animal testing in scientific research

Introducing the PIPETBOY GENIUS serological pipet controller with repeat dispense capability

'Treating Naturally Occurring Disease’, explained by Founder, Professor Noel Fitzpatrick

Democratic hopefuls fault GOP incumbents for anti-abortion records in Congress

Heat map reveals state-by-state landscape of opioid dependence

Lack of awareness contributes to under-reporting of adverse drug reactions

Urgent call for long-term investment in antibiotic research

APCO Annual Report & Action Plan

Abortion clinics — and patients — are on the move, as state laws keep shifting

The first year of Georgia’s Medicaid work requirement is mired in red tape

NCCN expands cancer guidelines library with Spanish translations and more languages

Pre-surgery chemotherapy shows promise for preserving vital organs in nasal and sinus cancer

European athletes claim fastest Ironman times, outpacing Americans despite higher U.S. participation

Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

The impact of vibration on microscopy

How Omics Technologies Are Transforming Biological Research and Drug Discovery

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