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ATP regulation in ClC-3 exchangers linked to neurodegenerative diseases, study reveals

Researchers structurally analyzed adenine nucleotide control and neurodegenerative diseases in ClC-3 exchangers.

11 Aug 2024

Study reveals how physical health impacts mental health via brain pathways

Multiple biological pathways involving organs and the brain play a key part in physical and mental health, according to a new study from UCL, the University of Melbourne and the University of Cambridge.

9 Aug 2024

New NIH grant supports study on fear of falling in multiple sclerosis

Taylor Takla, a Ph.D. candidate in the translational neuroscience program in Wayne State University's School of Medicine, recently received a two-year, $96,812 F31 grant from the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development of the National Institutes of Health to study fear of falling in those with multiple sclerosis (MS).

9 Aug 2024

How potatoes can improve cardiometabolic health in people with Type 2 diabetes

The potato is small enough to fit inside a person's hand yet contains enough nutrients to whittle waistlines and lower blood sugar in adults with Type 2 diabetes.

9 Aug 2024

New insights into retrotransposon-derived DNA zip codes in myeloma cells

A new editorial was published in Oncoscience (Volume 11) on July 13, 2024, entitled, "Unveiling retrotransposon-derived DNA zip code for myeloma cell internalization."

9 Aug 2024

Black employees experience greater depression and sleep loss due to workplace mistreatment

Workplace mistreatment results in higher rates of depression and sleep loss in Black employees than white employees according to research from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business in Bloomington.

9 Aug 2024

EZH2's role in cancer progression and therapy explored

Enhancer of zeste homolog 2 (EZH2) is a catalytic subunit of the Polycomb-repressive complex 2 (PRC2), which plays a crucial role in transcriptional repression through the methylation of histone H3 on lysine 27 (H3K27me3).

9 Aug 2024

Breakthrough study identifies intestinal epithelium's role in celiac disease gluten response

People with celiac disease must navigate everyday life by avoiding gluten, a protein in wheat, rye and barley which can trigger painful symptoms in the gut, impede the absorption of nutrients and raise the risk of other serious long-term issues.

9 Aug 2024

Review explores potential for improved use of anti-angiogenic agents in cancer therapy

Most tumors release various signaling molecules to support their incessant growth, invasion, and metastasis.

9 Aug 2024

New diagnostic method enhances early detection of pancreatic cancer

Pancreatic cancer is one of the most lethal forms of cancer, primarily because it is usually diagnosed very late.

9 Aug 2024

AACR CEO Dr. Margaret Foti honored as 2024 Beacon Award recipient for leadership in oncology

The AIM-HI Accelerator Fund today announces Margaret Foti, PhD, MD (hc), Chief Executive Officer of the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), is selected unanimously by the 2024 Blue Ribbon Selection Committee as the recipient of the 2024 Beacon Award for Women Leaders in Oncology, from a pool of outstanding global nominees.

9 Aug 2024

Violent dementia patients leave nursing home staffers and residents ‘scared to death’

Dan Shively had been a bank president who built floats for July Fourth parades in Cody, Wyoming, and adored fly-fishing with his sons.

9 Aug 2024

Research warns of long-term health consequences from Ukraine conflict

The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has led to severe humanitarian crises, including widespread food shortages. According to the United Nations World Food Programme, an estimated 11 million Ukrainians - about one-third of the population - were at risk of hunger in 2023. This crisis, exacerbated by supply chain disruptions and extreme weather events, could increase diabetes prevalence not only in Ukraine but globally, argue Peter Klimek and Stefan Thurner from the Complexity Science Hub in a commentary published in the journal Science.

9 Aug 2024

Rare but real: The neurological risks associated with vaccines

Review highlights the rare neurological risks associated with vaccination, emphasizing the importance of accurate detection and management strategies, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

9 Aug 2024

AI unlocks secrets of gastric cancer development

Gastric cancer, a significant global health challenge, is characterized by a complex transition from inflammation-induced premalignant lesions to malignancy. The quest for early diagnosis and prevention is impeded by the intricate biological shifts that mark this journey, highlighting an urgent need for a deeper dive into the underlying the multi-level and dynamic features.

8 Aug 2024

Discovery of progenitor exhausted T cells offers hope for cancer patients

Tumor immunotherapy leverages the body's immune system to target and eradicate cancer cells, offering a crucial treatment for patients unresponsive to surgery or conventional therapies. Despite its potential, the effectiveness of immunotherapy is often hindered by T cell exhaustion within the tumor microenvironment, leading to diminished immune response and tumor progression. Based on these challenges, exploring the role of progenitor exhausted T cells (Tpex) in overcoming immune resistance is essential for advancing immunotherapeutic strategies and improving clinical outcomes.

8 Aug 2024

Medical Condition News

ATP regulation in ClC-3 exchangers linked to neurodegenerative diseases, study reveals

Study reveals how physical health impacts mental health via brain pathways

New NIH grant supports study on fear of falling in multiple sclerosis

How potatoes can improve cardiometabolic health in people with Type 2 diabetes

New insights into retrotransposon-derived DNA zip codes in myeloma cells

Black employees experience greater depression and sleep loss due to workplace mistreatment

EZH2's role in cancer progression and therapy explored

Breakthrough study identifies intestinal epithelium's role in celiac disease gluten response

Review explores potential for improved use of anti-angiogenic agents in cancer therapy

New diagnostic method enhances early detection of pancreatic cancer

AACR CEO Dr. Margaret Foti honored as 2024 Beacon Award recipient for leadership in oncology

Violent dementia patients leave nursing home staffers and residents ‘scared to death’

Research warns of long-term health consequences from Ukraine conflict

Rare but real: The neurological risks associated with vaccines

AI unlocks secrets of gastric cancer development

Discovery of progenitor exhausted T cells offers hope for cancer patients

Advanced MRI scans could predict persistent symptoms in concussion patients

Cross-reactive T cells link SARS-CoV-2 to autoimmune triggers in MIS-C

New insights into topoisomerase I inhibition reveal potential pathways for cancer therapies

Study links renalase-1 and T-cell receptor interaction to increased melanoma survival

The impact of vibration on microscopy

How Omics Technologies Are Transforming Biological Research and Drug Discovery

How microplastics and bacteria interact to drive antibiotic resistance

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