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Investigating the role of T-cell immunity in long COVID

Researchers investigates the persistence of symptoms and the immune response in patients recovering from COVID-19.

13 Jul 2023

Cetuximab plus radiotherapy effective in treating locally advanced cutaneous squamous cell cancer

A new research paper was published in Oncotarget's Volume 14 on July 7, 2023, entitled, "Effectiveness and toxicity of cetuximab with concurrent RT in locally advanced cutaneous squamous cell skin cancer: a case series."

12 Jul 2023

How does SARS-CoV-2 affect the placenta during pregnancy?

Researchers examine host responses to SARS-CoV-2 within the placenta using transcriptomics.

12 Jul 2023

Unborn baby 'remote controls' mother's metabolism using ‘greedy’ gene inherited from dad

Fetuses use a copy of a gene inherited from their dad to force their mum to release as much nutrients as possible during pregnancy, Cambridge scientists have discovered.

11 Jul 2023

Unique plant extract mixture has potent anti-acne effects

Researchers evaluate the efficacy of FRO, a formula composed of fermented Rhus verniciflua Stokes and Orostachys japonicus, against acne pathogenesis via antimicrobial assessment and an in vitro analysis. FRO was found to contain phenolics such as gallic acid, fisetin, quercetin, and kaempferol and was determined to alleviate acne by inhibiting the growth of Cutibacterium acnes, inflammation, and excess sebum.

9 Jul 2023

Is there an association between diabetes and breast cancer risk?

The relationship between diabetes and the risk of breast cancer.

6 Jul 2023

Adolescent and young adult kidney cancer survivors at elevated risk for heart problems

New research out of VCU Massey Cancer Center indicates that many adolescent and young adult kidney cancer survivors are at a significantly elevated risk for heart issues.

5 Jul 2023

Fit to beat diabetes: mendelian randomization study confirms the power of exercise

Researchers investigated the causality of the relationship between cardiorespiratory fitness and diabetes mellitus type 2.

5 Jul 2023

Growth factor study reveals potential breakthrough in obesity management

Study discusses the effects of a growth factor that showed promising results in mice in an obesity trial.

4 Jul 2023

Research establishes ERβ as a tumor suppressor in inflammatory breast cancer

A new editorial paper was published in Oncotarget's Volume 14 on June 12, 2023, entitled, "ERβ as a mediator of estrogen signaling in inflammatory breast cancer."

3 Jul 2023

Korean researchers develop hydrogel that could revolutionize treatment for female infertility

The Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service revealed that over the last year, more than 370,000 Koreans sought medical help for infertility or difficulties in conceiving.

3 Jul 2023

Study unlocks the healing power of oral keratinocytes

Scientists have made significant progress in understanding the signals involved in regulating oral keratinocyte cell motility and proliferative capacity, offering new insights into potential pharmacological manipulation for regenerative medicine.

29 Jun 2023

Researchers identify a potential new drug for NASH-related fibrosis

Researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have led a study to examine a potential new treatment option for patients with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)-related fibrosis.

26 Jun 2023

3D-printed vaginal ovules offer promising treatment for endometriosis

3D-printed vaginal ovules offer controlled release and targeted treatment, showing promise for conditions like endometriosis.

20 Jun 2023

New research finds most women diagnosed with early breast cancer can expect to become long-term survivors

Researchers reported longitudinal outcomes among British women suffering from early invasive-type breast tumors as their initial tumor and those initially treated by surgical methods such as conservative surgery or mastectomy.

16 Jun 2023

$Fruquintinib improved survival in patients with refractory metastatic colorectal cancer$

Fruquintinib improved survival in patients with refractory metastatic colorectal cancer

Researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center reported study results showing that the targeted therapy fruquintinib significantly improved overall survival (OS) and progression-free survival (PFS) in patients with refractory metastatic colorectal cancer.

16 Jun 2023

New selective targeted therapy for metastatic colorectal cancer prolongs overall survival

A new therapy is on the horizon for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer who have run out of treatment options.

16 Jun 2023

Antibiotic targeting Fusobacterium reduces the formation of lesions associated with endometriosis

A research group from the Graduate School of Medicine and iGCORE at Nagoya University in Japan, has discovered that using an antibiotic to target Fusobacterium reduced the formation of lesions associated with endometriosis, a gynecological disorder characterized by endometrial tissue usually found inside the uterus being found outside it.

14 Jun 2023

An analysis of the differential effect and the impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on semen quality

Study analyzed the impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on semen quality.

14 Jun 2023

Repeat intraocular corticosteroid injections improve vision in people with persistent or recurrent uveitic macular edema

Repeat treatment with corticosteroid injections improved vision in people with persistent or recurrent uveitis-related macular edema better than two other therapies, according to results from a clinical trial funded by the National Eye Institute.

13 Jun 2023

Growth Factor News and Research

Investigating the role of T-cell immunity in long COVID

Cetuximab plus radiotherapy effective in treating locally advanced cutaneous squamous cell cancer

How does SARS-CoV-2 affect the placenta during pregnancy?

Unborn baby 'remote controls' mother's metabolism using ‘greedy’ gene inherited from dad

Unique plant extract mixture has potent anti-acne effects

Is there an association between diabetes and breast cancer risk?

Adolescent and young adult kidney cancer survivors at elevated risk for heart problems

Fit to beat diabetes: mendelian randomization study confirms the power of exercise

Growth factor study reveals potential breakthrough in obesity management

Research establishes ERβ as a tumor suppressor in inflammatory breast cancer

Korean researchers develop hydrogel that could revolutionize treatment for female infertility

Study unlocks the healing power of oral keratinocytes

Researchers identify a potential new drug for NASH-related fibrosis

3D-printed vaginal ovules offer promising treatment for endometriosis

New research finds most women diagnosed with early breast cancer can expect to become long-term survivors

Fruquintinib improved survival in patients with refractory metastatic colorectal cancer

New selective targeted therapy for metastatic colorectal cancer prolongs overall survival

Antibiotic targeting Fusobacterium reduces the formation of lesions associated with endometriosis

An analysis of the differential effect and the impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on semen quality

Repeat intraocular corticosteroid injections improve vision in people with persistent or recurrent uveitic macular edema

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