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Researchers identify several steps in a cellular process responsible for triggering inflammatory responses

Cedars-Sinai investigators have identified several steps in a cellular process responsible for triggering one of the body's important inflammatory responses.

16 Jun 2023

Investigating the incidences and risks of rotavirus-associated extraintestinal complications in hospitalized children under 5

Researchers studied extraintestinal complications of rotavirus infections in children below the age of five.

16 Jun 2023

California schools start hatching heat plans as the planet warms

As hot days become more extreme and common, California education researchers are urging that school districts be required to develop heat plans to keep students safe, just as they have policies for severe storms and active shooters.

16 Jun 2023

Retooling the cell's polypeptide manufacturing plants to generate polymer chains

Synthetic biologists have become increasingly creative in engineering yeast or bacteria to churn out useful chemicals -; from fuels to fabrics and drugs -; beyond the normal repertoire of microbes.

13 Jun 2023

Heat-damaged DNA in food may contribute to genetic risks

Researchers have newly discovered a surprising and potentially significant reason why eating foods frequently cooked at high temperatures, such as red meat and deep-fried fare, elevates cancer risk. The alleged culprit: DNA within the food that's been damaged by the cooking process.

13 Jun 2023

Sleep-disordered breathing more prevalent among short-snouted dogs, study reveals

University of Helsinki researchers tested a new method of diagnosing sleep-disordered breathing in dogs using a neckband developed for human sleep apnoea diagnostics.

13 Jun 2023

Heart Foundation-funded research aims to better treat life-threatening arrhythmias

New research funded by the Heart Foundation aims to boost surgery success rates for life-threatening heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias), leading to fewer Australians needing defibrillators installed in their chests.

10 Jun 2023

CRISPR/Cas9 identifies a gene critical to stony corals' ability to build their skeletons

New work led by Carnegie's Phillip Cleves uses cutting-edge CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing tools to reveal a gene that's critical to stony corals' ability to build their reef architectures.

5 Jun 2023

Researchers test nitroglycerin patch as treatment for menopausal women experiencing hot flashes

Women have long searched for remedies for the bothersome hot flashes that often come with menopause.

5 Jun 2023

ACNAP 2023 highlights the artistic and scientific dimensions of cardiovascular care

Hear from patients, nurses and allied health professionals about hot topics in cardiovascular disease at ACNAP 2023, a scientific congress of the European Society of Cardiology.

2 Jun 2023

Study unlocks insights into how 'good fat' tissue could be harnessed to combat obesity, diabetes

New research has unlocked insights into how "good fat" tissue could potentially be harnessed to combat obesity and remove glucose from the blood, helping to control diabetes.

31 May 2023

Arctic avengers: New microbial strains unleashed in the fight against plastic pollution

Researchers discover new microbial strains that can break down biodegradable plastic films.

31 May 2023

Important discovery could lead to new treatments for obesity and related diseases

Researchers at the University of East Anglia and the University of Cambridge have made an important discovery in the race to find treatments for obesity and related diseases, such as diabetes.

31 May 2023

Energy drinks may stunt muscle repair, new study suggests

Energy drinks impede muscle regeneration and reduce physical performance. This study provided evidence of an inhibitory effect on myogenic differentiation and highlighted potential concerns for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

29 May 2023

New pan-cancer T cell atlas provides a deeper understanding of complex tumor microenvironment

A new study led by researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, published today in Nature Medicine, provides a deeper understanding of the vast diversity of T cell states as well as their relationships and roles within the complex tumor microenvironment, bringing a fresh perspective to understanding immunotherapy efficacy in cancer.

29 May 2023

Valuable tips to help alleviate sleeping discomfort in hot weather

Using a hot water bottle might sound like a strange way to combat heat, but James the sleep geek recommends raising your core temperature slightly by placing a luke-warm hot water bottle on your feet thirty minutes before bed; that way, when you go to sleep your core temperature will drop. You can also freeze a hot water bottle and take it to bed with you.

27 May 2023

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Researchers identify several steps in a cellular process responsible for triggering inflammatory responses

Investigating the incidences and risks of rotavirus-associated extraintestinal complications in hospitalized children under 5

California schools start hatching heat plans as the planet warms

Retooling the cell's polypeptide manufacturing plants to generate polymer chains

Heat-damaged DNA in food may contribute to genetic risks

Sleep-disordered breathing more prevalent among short-snouted dogs, study reveals

Heart Foundation-funded research aims to better treat life-threatening arrhythmias

CRISPR/Cas9 identifies a gene critical to stony corals' ability to build their skeletons

Researchers test nitroglycerin patch as treatment for menopausal women experiencing hot flashes

ACNAP 2023 highlights the artistic and scientific dimensions of cardiovascular care

Study unlocks insights into how 'good fat' tissue could be harnessed to combat obesity, diabetes

Arctic avengers: New microbial strains unleashed in the fight against plastic pollution

Important discovery could lead to new treatments for obesity and related diseases

Energy drinks may stunt muscle repair, new study suggests

New pan-cancer T cell atlas provides a deeper understanding of complex tumor microenvironment

Valuable tips to help alleviate sleeping discomfort in hot weather

Hydrogen sulfide can be used to support photothermal therapy for cancer

New research explores if pregnant mothers' exposure to toxic metals impacts babies' kidney development

Sleep quality likely to be impacted by climate change

Exploring how stress might be communicated to other animals

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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

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