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Mitochondrial protein CHCHD2 plays important role in glioblastoma progression

Glioblastoma is the most common type of brain tumor that affects adults and, unfortunately, still remains incurable. In a new study, researchers have demonstrated that a specific mitochondrial protein plays an important role in glioblastoma, and can therefore be used as a potential target to reduce tumors.

17 Oct 2023

NIAID grant supports research aimed at improving outcomes for patients with Aspergillus infections

Aspergillus fumigatus is the major airborne fungus present indoors and outdoors that causes various diseases, the severity of which are dependent on an individual's immune status.

17 Oct 2023

Texas A&M researchers win NIH grant to study metabolism in people with Down syndrome

A team of researchers at the Texas A&M University School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) has received a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to research metabolism in people with Down syndrome.

17 Oct 2023

College students of color and first-generation students face unique mental health challenges, study finds

Depression and anxiety among college students is a growing public health problem. And new research from the University of Georgia suggests the problem may be worse for students who aren't the same race as most of their peers.

17 Oct 2023

Menstrual cups can be a great option for menstrual hygiene management, new trial shows

Menstrual cups may result in fewer infections and improve vaginal health, a new trial led by Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine shows.

17 Oct 2023

“Goblet cells” play an important role in the development of allergic conjunctivitis

The first step in the development of the allergic conjunctivitis is the penetration of the allergen through the epithelial layer.

17 Oct 2023

Study finds disruptions in functional brain connectivity in people with schizophrenia

Schizophrenia, a neurodevelopmental disorder that features psychosis among its symptoms, is thought to arise from disorganization in brain connectivity and functional integration.

17 Oct 2023

Female sex hormones play significant role in Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's disease disproportionately affects women, who represent about two-thirds of those diagnosed with the late-onset type of the disease.

17 Oct 2023

New communication tool reduces sick leave in patients with Medically Unexplained Physical Symptoms

Medically Unexplained Physical Symptoms (MUPS) are characterized by persistent bodily symptoms and functional impairment that lack an explanation through known medical condition or pathology.

17 Oct 2023

Research paves the way for new approach to tackling treatment resistance in cancer

Researchers at the University of California San Diego have discovered a process in which liver cells share molecules via vesicle exchange in order to multiply under conditions that would ordinarily suppress cell proliferation.

17 Oct 2023

Promising breakthroughs ignite hope for a novel and effective Tuberculosis vaccine

The success and challenges of developing different tuberculosis (TB) vaccine types.

17 Oct 2023

Metabolic benefits of Ramadan intermittent fasting revealed: key lipid changes and inflammatory marker improvements

The lipidomic changes during Ramadan diurnal intermittent fasting (RIF) among obese individuals.

17 Oct 2023

The potential health and economic impacts of reduced-dose HPV vaccination programs

The benefits of a single dose of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination versus its two-dose schedule.

17 Oct 2023

Does inflammatory bowel disease have a causal relationship with extracolonic tumors?

Whether inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is causally related to extracolonic cancers.

17 Oct 2023

The significance of education and health behavior in influencing health and wellbeing

How health behaviors (HB) and socioeconomic position (SEP) were related to health and wellbeing.

17 Oct 2023

Impact of ketogenic diets on breast cancer

The therapeutic potential of the ketogenic diet (KD) for breast cancer (BC).

17 Oct 2023

Fluctuating blood pressure may be a hidden culprit in dementia risk for seniors

Australian researchers find that fluctuating blood pressure, not just high levels, is associated with an increased risk of dementia and vascular issues in older adults. The study suggests that blood pressure variability could be an early marker for cognitive impairment, opening new avenues for treatment.

17 Oct 2023

Tirzepatide boosts weight loss in lifestyle intervention patients, but comes with a catch

In a groundbreaking 84-week-long study, researchers found that tirzepatide, a medication initially designed for treating type 2 diabetes, significantly bolstered weight loss in overweight and obese patients already on intensive lifestyle programs. While the drug showed promise in further reducing body weight and improving cardiometabolic factors, mild to moderate gastrointestinal side effects were the most common drawback.

16 Oct 2023

Cracking the code: How egg consumption and genetics team up to affect heart disease risk

Egg consumption and genetic factors synergistically increase the risk of coronary artery disease, according to a large prospective study. The findings may lead to personalized dietary guidelines for those at greater genetic risk for heart disease.

16 Oct 2023

Biochemists reveal how to prevent cancer cells from becoming resistant to chemotherapy

Biochemists from RUDN University described how to prevent cancer cells from becoming resistant to chemotherapy drugs.

16 Oct 2023

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Mitochondrial protein CHCHD2 plays important role in glioblastoma progression

NIAID grant supports research aimed at improving outcomes for patients with Aspergillus infections

Texas A&M researchers win NIH grant to study metabolism in people with Down syndrome

College students of color and first-generation students face unique mental health challenges, study finds

Menstrual cups can be a great option for menstrual hygiene management, new trial shows

“Goblet cells” play an important role in the development of allergic conjunctivitis

Study finds disruptions in functional brain connectivity in people with schizophrenia

Female sex hormones play significant role in Alzheimer's disease

New communication tool reduces sick leave in patients with Medically Unexplained Physical Symptoms

Research paves the way for new approach to tackling treatment resistance in cancer

Promising breakthroughs ignite hope for a novel and effective Tuberculosis vaccine

Metabolic benefits of Ramadan intermittent fasting revealed: key lipid changes and inflammatory marker improvements

The potential health and economic impacts of reduced-dose HPV vaccination programs

Does inflammatory bowel disease have a causal relationship with extracolonic tumors?

The significance of education and health behavior in influencing health and wellbeing

Impact of ketogenic diets on breast cancer

Fluctuating blood pressure may be a hidden culprit in dementia risk for seniors

Tirzepatide boosts weight loss in lifestyle intervention patients, but comes with a catch

Cracking the code: How egg consumption and genetics team up to affect heart disease risk

Biochemists reveal how to prevent cancer cells from becoming resistant to chemotherapy

A new method to measure intracellular water in biological systems

Obesity, GLP-1s, and metabolic care

Automation in cell-based workflows

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