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Breakthrough malaria vaccines RTS,S and R21 poised to save thousands of lives

Research paper reviews the efficacy of the first licensed malaria vaccines, RTS,S and R21, highlighting their potential to significantly reduce childhood mortality and discussing future vaccine development strategies.

21 Jul 2024

Porcine study reveals meurotoxic and pro-inflammatory effects of microplastics on enteric nervous system

Researchers investigates the effects of polyethylene terephthalate microplastics on the neuronal population in the porcine jejunum.

18 Jul 2024

CU Boulder research uncovers role of endogenous retroviruses in cancer

Peek inside the human genome and, among the 20,000 or so genes that serve as building blocks of life, you'll also find flecks of DNA left behind by viruses that infected primate ancestors tens of millions of years ago.

18 Jul 2024

Early detection of specific microRNAs may help predict preeclampsia in pregnant women

Preeclampsia (PE) is a significant contributor to the increase in maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide, with particularly alarming numbers in the United States, where it affects about 2–8% of pregnancies, resulting in premature birth with associated morbidities for their infants as well.

16 Jul 2024

Optical metabolic imaging reveals how Toxoplasma infection changes host cell metabolism

Toxoplasma gondii is a parasite responsible for toxoplasmosis, a lifelong chronic infection prevalent in about 30% of the human population.

12 Jul 2024

Is air pollutant exposure during pregnancy associated with infant cerebral palsy risk?

The association between prenatal exposure to ambient air pollution during the pregnancy and the risk of cerebral palsy in the infant.

12 Jul 2024

Researchers identify shared molecular mechanism in cancer and pregnancy that suppresses immune system

Researchers elucidated the shared immune tolerance mechanisms in cancer and pregnancy, focusing on the role of an immune checkpoint protein as an onco-fetal immune tolerance checkpoint.

11 Jul 2024

Real-world data confirms safety of RSV vaccination in late pregnancy

Vaccinating mothers against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) during late pregnancy to protect their newborns is not associated with an increased risk of preterm birth or other poor outcomes, according to a study by Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian investigators.

8 Jul 2024

Research reveals immune suppression link between cancer and pregnancy

To understand why some cancers successfully circumvent the immune system to grow unchecked, researchers turned to pregnancy.

8 Jul 2024

Low-dose aspirin shows promise in treating flu-related vascular inflammation during pregnancy

A world-first study has found low-dose aspirin may treat flu-induced blood vessel inflammation, creating better blood flow to the placenta during pregnancy.

2 Jul 2024

Mouse studies suggest gestational CBD exposure alters offspring behavior and brain function

Cannabidiol (CBD), one of the active ingredients in cannabis, is thought to be safe as it does not cause a "high".

24 Jun 2024

Primitive endoderm in early embryos may be key to creating new effective fertility treatments

An unexpectedly versatile and regenerative stem cell in early embryos may be key to creating new effective fertility treatments, suggests a new study in mice from the University of Copenhagen.

24 Jun 2024

PFAS exposure in early life: Health risks and maternal-fetal transport mechanisms

Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a class of chemicals extensively used in consumer goods production due to their hydrophobic and oleophobic properties and stability.

24 Jun 2024

How micro- and nanoplastics may worsen non-communicable diseases

Researchers review and assess the potential exacerbation of non-communicable diseases by micro- and nanoplastics.

21 Jun 2024

Research finds microplastics in human penile tissue

The accumulation of microplastics in penile tissue to determine potential toxicity concerns.

21 Jun 2024

Research shows mechanistic link between amino acid transport and common fetal conditions

Common complications of pregnancy affecting fetal size may be caused by irregularities in the transport of amino acids across the placenta-;a finding with therapeutic implications.

18 Jun 2024

Exposure to phthalates during pregnancy linked to increased risk of hypertension and preeclampsia

Study links phthalate exposure during pregnancy to a higher risk of hypertensive disorders, including preeclampsia. Findings highlight the need for preventive strategies to reduce this risk.

11 Jun 2024

How nanoparticles alter blood vessel formation in the womb

Human life begins with a single egg cell that grows into a human being with trillions of cells.

7 Jun 2024

Microplastics: Invisible to the eye but severely harmful to pregnancy and metabolic outcomes

The effects of polystyrene microplastics on pregnancy outcomes and glucose metabolism.

29 May 2024

Maternal cannabis use disorder linked to higher autism risk in children, study finds

A study in Psychiatry Research reveals that maternal cannabis use disorder significantly increases the risk of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in offspring. The risk is 3.5 times higher for children exposed to cannabis during the prenatal period.

23 May 2024

Placenta News and Research

Breakthrough malaria vaccines RTS,S and R21 poised to save thousands of lives

Porcine study reveals meurotoxic and pro-inflammatory effects of microplastics on enteric nervous system

CU Boulder research uncovers role of endogenous retroviruses in cancer

Early detection of specific microRNAs may help predict preeclampsia in pregnant women

Optical metabolic imaging reveals how Toxoplasma infection changes host cell metabolism

Is air pollutant exposure during pregnancy associated with infant cerebral palsy risk?

Researchers identify shared molecular mechanism in cancer and pregnancy that suppresses immune system

Real-world data confirms safety of RSV vaccination in late pregnancy

Research reveals immune suppression link between cancer and pregnancy

Low-dose aspirin shows promise in treating flu-related vascular inflammation during pregnancy

Mouse studies suggest gestational CBD exposure alters offspring behavior and brain function

Primitive endoderm in early embryos may be key to creating new effective fertility treatments

PFAS exposure in early life: Health risks and maternal-fetal transport mechanisms

How micro- and nanoplastics may worsen non-communicable diseases

Research finds microplastics in human penile tissue

Research shows mechanistic link between amino acid transport and common fetal conditions

Exposure to phthalates during pregnancy linked to increased risk of hypertension and preeclampsia

How nanoparticles alter blood vessel formation in the womb

Microplastics: Invisible to the eye but severely harmful to pregnancy and metabolic outcomes

Maternal cannabis use disorder linked to higher autism risk in children, study finds

E-Cigarettes and Ethanol: A forensic Perspective on Vaping

Understanding Consumer-Consented Data to Optimize Digital Health Programs

The Future is Wearable: Advancing Human Health Through Portable Spectroscopy

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