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JAX researchers develop a powerful platform to study human health conditions

In humans, the exact same mutation in a specific gene can produce widely different outcomes. It's a bit like adding the same amount of salt to different recipes-;the effect on the finished dish can be quite different, depending on the mix of other ingredients.

3 Apr 2024

Does IBD affect cancer risk?

Research suggests no strong genetic link between inflammatory bowel disease and increased cancer risk, with specific exceptions in European populations for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

3 Apr 2024

Study explores how cannabis use affects breast milk and lactation

Study reviews the impact of cannabis use during pregnancy and lactation, highlighting potential changes in breast milk composition and lactation due to cannabinoid effects.

3 Apr 2024

Advances and hurdles: The impact of AI on oncology care efficiency and mortality rates

The benefits and limitations of precision medicine techniques in oncology research and treatment.

3 Apr 2024

miR-205 knockout surprises with enhanced mammary development and cancer insights

New research unveils the paradoxical role of miR-205 in mammary gland development and its potential impact on breast cancer, highlighting the miRNA's complex involvement in stem cell regulation and tumor suppression.

2 Apr 2024

Innovative molecular biology technique used to identify targets for Schistosoma mansoni vaccine candidates

Researchers in Brazil have used an innovative technique in molecular biology to identify targets for candidate vaccines against Schistosoma mansoni, the parasite that causes schistosomiasis.

2 Apr 2024

Novel antibiotic-infused hydrogel kills bacteria and promotes cell growth

Hydrogels are popular for use in skin ailments and tissue engineering. These polymer-based biocompatible materials are useful for their abilities to retain water, deliver drugs into wounds, and biodegrade.

2 Apr 2024

Research suggests booster doses may be necessary for monkeypox immunity

New research to be presented at this year's European Congress of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ECCMID 2024) in Barcelona, Spain (27-30 April) shows that even in men who receives two doses of mpox vaccine intradermally, their level of antibodies to the virus falls to low or zero within the first few months if they have not received a previous smallpox vaccine.

1 Apr 2024

Skin tape sampling reveals early signs of food allergies in newborns

Food allergies occur often in childhood and can be severe or even fatal. Researchers at National Jewish Health are working to develop a program to prevent food allergies and have now identified early predictors of the condition.

29 Mar 2024

Second-generation melanoma vaccine prolongs survival of patients with skin cancer

A second-generation melanoma vaccine being developed at UVA Cancer Center improves long-term survival for melanoma patients compared with the first-generation vaccine, new research shows.

29 Mar 2024

Women's skin study shows distinct chemical changes in response to psychological stress

The volatile organic compounds (VOCs) generated by the skin in response to psychological stress.

29 Mar 2024

Revolutionizing diabetes management with reliable blood glucose monitoring without finger pricking

Study introduces a novel non-invasive glucose measurement technology, DIROS, that improves accuracy by focusing on blood-rich skin areas, avoiding common pitfalls associated with interstitial fluid measurements and offering a promising tool for diabetes management

28 Mar 2024

Simple pre-surgical protocol can help prevent dangerous post-surgical infections

A new study published today in the American Journal of Infection Control (AJIC) demonstrates the use of a simple pre-surgical infection prevention protocol to prevent dangerous post-surgical infections.

28 Mar 2024

Clinical trial to test the feasibility of using at-home cancer immunotherapy

A clinical trial from Keck Medicine of USC will test the feasibility of treating non-small cell lung cancer with immunotherapy provided at home.

28 Mar 2024

Sensory neurons play pivotal role in orchestrating tissue repair and regeneration

Researchers from Monash University and Osaka University have unveiled a groundbreaking discovery regarding the pivotal role of sensory neurons in orchestrating tissue repair and regeneration, offering significant promise for patients with poorly healing tissues and diabetes.

27 Mar 2024

Skin News and Research

JAX researchers develop a powerful platform to study human health conditions

Does IBD affect cancer risk?

Study explores how cannabis use affects breast milk and lactation

Advances and hurdles: The impact of AI on oncology care efficiency and mortality rates

miR-205 knockout surprises with enhanced mammary development and cancer insights

Innovative molecular biology technique used to identify targets for Schistosoma mansoni vaccine candidates

Novel antibiotic-infused hydrogel kills bacteria and promotes cell growth

Research suggests booster doses may be necessary for monkeypox immunity

Skin tape sampling reveals early signs of food allergies in newborns

Second-generation melanoma vaccine prolongs survival of patients with skin cancer

Women's skin study shows distinct chemical changes in response to psychological stress

Revolutionizing diabetes management with reliable blood glucose monitoring without finger pricking

Simple pre-surgical protocol can help prevent dangerous post-surgical infections

Clinical trial to test the feasibility of using at-home cancer immunotherapy

Sensory neurons play pivotal role in orchestrating tissue repair and regeneration

New insights into the exacerbation of psoriasis through specific genetic defects

Machine learning identifies key cellular communities in soft tissue sarcoma

Overdosing on chemo: A common gene test could save hundreds of lives each year

Towards better diagnosis of neurodegenerative disorders: Skin biopsy for α-synuclein detection proves effective

ANU scientists uncover gene mutation driving psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

From Puberty to Menopause: Clue’s CEO, Audrey Tsang on the Power of Femtech

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