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Morning hair routine can expose individuals to harmful chemicals, study shows

Researchers conducted realistic-type hair care experiments to assess cyclic volatile methyl siloxane (cVMS) emissions and exposures during hair care product (HCP) use in a residential structure.

29 Nov 2023

Rare bacterial strain yields groundbreaking compounds to combat hepatitis B

Scientists have discovered new antiviral compounds from a rare bacterial strain, offering a novel approach to target hepatitis B virus. These compounds work by altering membrane permeability in infected cells, leading to the release of immature viral particles, a mechanism distinct from current HBV treatments.

28 Nov 2023

Potential breakthrough in breast cancer: Five proteins identified as risk markers

Researchers used a Mendelian randomization approach to conduct a genetic association analysis of the levels of over 3,000 proteins to identify biomarkers for early breast cancer detection.

28 Nov 2023

Omega-3s in the spotlight: The impact of EPA and DHA on athlete health and performance

Research paper reviews the effects of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA, and DHA, on athletes, discussing their benefits in inflammation control, cognitive function, and muscle maintenance, and the need for further research to fully understand their impact. It also addresses the risks and optimal intake of these supplements, highlighting their potential to improve athletic performance and recovery with minimal adverse effects at recommended doses.

27 Nov 2023

The potential of polyunsaturated fatty acids in alleviating depression and reducing suicide risk

Research in 'Molecular Psychiatry' explores the role of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC-PUFAs) in major depressive disorder (MDD) and suicide risk, showing mixed results in clinical trials for depression treatment. The study underscores the need for further investigation into LC-PUFAs' neurobiology to advance personalized medicine for mood disorders and suicide prevention.

26 Nov 2023

Unveiling the role of Daam1 gene in intestinal stem cell fate decisions

Stem cells can differentiate to replace dead and damaged cells. But how do stem cells decide which type of cell to become in a given situation?

24 Nov 2023

New insights into how SARS-CoV-2 evades our immune system

This review in Cellular and Molecular Immunology delves into the innate immune response to SARS-CoV-2, exploring how the virus evades immunity and the potential role of innate immunity in long-COVID and vaccine responses, shedding light on future therapeutic strategies.

23 Nov 2023

JMU Würzburg professor wins ERC Consolidator Grant to advance research on ferroptosis

With the coveted Consolidator Grants totalling two million euros, the European Research Council (ERC) supports outstanding scientists whose work promises further top achievements. José Pedro Friedmann Angeli, Professor of Translational Cell Biology at Rudolf Virchow Centre - Centre for Integrative and Translational Bioimaging at Julius-Maximilians-Universität (JMU) Würzburg, now belongs to this group.

23 Nov 2023

Empowering oncology research: Transmembrane proteins and cutting-edge production platforms

In this Interview, Dr. Fang-Yi Chu talks to NewsMed about the role of transmembrane proteins in targeting oncology research.

From Sino Biological Inc. 23 Nov 2023

Microautophagy plays crucial role in lysosome repair, promoting healthy aging

To age or not to age! How does aging affect organisms on a cellular level? What mechanisms help cells survive self-inflicted or external harm? It is known that lysosomes - critically important cellular structures - are crucial for digesting damaged cellular components and pathogens, and maintain stability within cells and tissues.

21 Nov 2023

Statins may reduce breast cancer mortality rates

The relationship between serological cholesterol levels, statin usage, and breast cancer (BC) mortality.

21 Nov 2023

Injectable grain-of-rice-sized glucose monitor could revolutionize diabetes management

The first glucose self-monitoring system created in 1970 weighed three pounds, was initially designed only for physicians' offices and needed a large drop of blood for a reading.

17 Nov 2023

Bacteria fight phages with RNA-based immune defense

There's no organism on earth that lives free of threat - including bacteria. Predatory viruses known as phages are among their most dire foes, infiltrating their cells to replicate and take over.

15 Nov 2023

Regenerative medicine takes leap forward with nasal cartilage-derived cartilage grafts

The Department of Biomedicine at the University of Basel and the University Hospital Basel, today announced that it delivered the first surgical procedure to treat Osteoarthritis (OA) in humans.

15 Nov 2023

New physical mechanism uncovered for breast cancer invasion

The majority of breast cancers start in the lining of a breast milk duct and, if they remain there, are very treatable.

13 Nov 2023

Rat study suggests hemodialysis plus ketogenic diet could enhance cancer treatment

The study in Scientific Reports investigates the potential of hemodialysis (HD) to sustain elevated blood ketone levels in rats on a ketogenic diet, exploring its use as an adjunct in cancer treatment. Results show that HD maintains ketone levels while reducing glucose and insulin, suggesting a possible enhancement in cancer treatment efficacy.

13 Nov 2023

Data, Design, and Discovery: Andrew Buchanan's Impact on Biologics Innovation

Andrew Buchanan on the Future of Biologics and AI

10 Nov 2023

Revolution by Evolution: Protein Science and its Impact on Drug Discovery

In this interview conducted at SLAS EU 2023 in Brussels, Belgium, we spoke to Mark Abbott, the Managing Director of Peak Proteins, about protein science and its significance in drug discovery.

10 Nov 2023

UCLA researchers discover key step in cholesterol processing

UCLA researchers have described a previously unknown step in the complex process by which dietary cholesterol is processed in the intestines before being released into the bloodstream – potentially revealing a new pathway to target in cholesterol treatment.

9 Nov 2023

Scientists discover kidney-friendly antifungal that evades resistance

In this investigation, researchers produced powerful antifungals of the polyene class without nephrotoxicity.