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Malaria protein discovery opens new avenues for combating deadly infection

The discovery of a malaria protein that helps the parasite grow inside red blood cells and plays a key regulatory role in the parasite's immune evasion tactics could pave the way for new vaccines or therapeutics to combat the deadly infection.

26 Oct 2023

UCD professor wins ERC Synergy grant to unlock the secrets to healthy aging

Do bats hold the secret to health and longevity? A team led by Professor Emma Teeling, Full Professor of Zoology at University College Dublin (UCD), has won a prestigious European Research Council (ERC) Synergy grant of almost €12 million, to explore this fascinating question.

26 Oct 2023

Can metabolic biomarkers help distinguish between depressive episodes of bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder?

Researchers identify metabolomic biomarkers from dried blood spots that can distinguish between depressive episodes in major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder. The study enhances diagnostic accuracy, particularly when traditional psychiatric assessments are inconclusive.

26 Oct 2023

Plant-based baby formulas meet guidelines but raise new allergy questions

The research paper reviews the nutritional adequacy and allergy risks associated with plant-based infant formulas, finding that they comply with FDA and EFSA guidelines and may be a viable option for infants with cow's milk allergies. However, more research is needed to fully understand the potential allergy risks of buckwheat and almond-based formulas.

26 Oct 2023

AI shows promise in predicting type 2 diabetes but faces hurdles for clinical use

Researchers have conducted a comprehensive review of AI-based models for predicting type 2 diabetes, revealing their potential for individualized risk assessment and preventative care. Despite promising results, the study calls for more extensive validation and collaboration between AI and medical experts for effective clinical application.

26 Oct 2023

UTHSC researcher part of team studying obesity-cancer connection

A University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) researcher is a member of a prestigious team that has just received a highly competitive Endeavor Award totaling $3 million from The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research.

26 Oct 2023

New study challenges long-held belief about how chemotherapy works

A new study from the University of Wisconsin–Madison suggests that chemotherapy may not be reaching its full potential, in part because researchers and doctors have long misunderstood how some of the most common cancer drugs actually ward off tumors.

26 Oct 2023

Study: Nearly 1.7 million people could be living with dementia in England and Wales by 2040

Up to 1.7 million people could be living with dementia in England and Wales by 2040 – over 40% more than previously forecast – finds a new UCL-led study.

26 Oct 2023

Can your diet soda habit affect your baby? New study explores low-calorie sweeteners in breastmilk

U.S. scientists are studying if low-calorie sweeteners like sucralose and acesulfame-potassium can be transferred from mothers to infants through breastfeeding. This first-of-its-kind pharmacokinetic model aims to understand the health implications of early-life exposure to these sweeteners.

26 Oct 2023

Can the planetary health diet save your life and the planet? Study finds mixed results

Adhering to a Planetary Health Diet (PHD), which emphasizes plant-based foods, was found to reduce risks of chronic diseases and death among Chinese Singaporeans, according to a new study. However, while higher PHD scores were linked to a 7% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, they also resulted in increased land and water usage

26 Oct 2023

Groundbreaking research advances understanding of how pathogens impact cancer

Viral infections are known to be a central cause of more than 10% of cancers worldwide. University of California researchers may have uncovered one of the key reasons why.

26 Oct 2023

Exploring the link between red meat intake and inflammation

Inflammation is a risk factor for many chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease (CVD), and the impact of diet on inflammation is an area of growing scientific interest.

26 Oct 2023

Autistic people less likely to be affected by bystander effect in workplace, study finds

A well-established psychological theory states that most of us are less likely to intervene in a bad situation if other people are present, and this 'bystander effect' also applies to workplace settings.

26 Oct 2023

Endometriosis and irritable bowel syndrome share genetic risk factors, UQ research shows

University of Queensland researchers have shown that endometriosis and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) share genetic risk factors, explaining why patients with one condition may also have the other.

26 Oct 2023

New nanoparticle-based system developed for comprehensive treatment of rheumatoid arthritis

A team of scientists led by KOO Sagang from the Seoul National University and Center for Nanoparticle Research within the Institue for Basic Science Center (IBS), in collaboration with researchers from Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) and the Seoul National University, developed a new solution for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

26 Oct 2023

Somatic mutations in the skin not responsible for the start or spread of psoriasis

Psoriasis - a chronic skin condition - is not caused or spread by spontaneous genetic mutations in the skin, new research suggests.

26 Oct 2023

Clinical trial launched to explore new drug treatments for military personnel and veterans with PTSD

A groundbreaking clinical trial launched October 16 will explore the promise of new drug treatments for military personnel and veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

26 Oct 2023

Newly identified amino acid may play key role in predicting outcomes and treatment of long COVID

University of Alberta researchers have identified an amino acid that may play a key role in predicting poor clinical outcomes and the treatment of long COVID.

26 Oct 2023

$3.4 million grant awarded to identify therapeutic treatments for acute respiratory distress syndrome

A four-year, $3.4 million grant to investigate molecular mechanisms and therapeutic treatments for acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) has been awarded to UTHealth Houston researchers by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health.

26 Oct 2023

Genomic screening encourages people with hemochromatosis to seek treatment and relevant management

Genomic screening to identify hemochromatosis - a disorder that causes iron levels in the body to rise to dangerous levels - encourages people with the condition to seek treatment and ongoing management, a Geisinger study found.

26 Oct 2023

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Malaria protein discovery opens new avenues for combating deadly infection

UCD professor wins ERC Synergy grant to unlock the secrets to healthy aging

Can metabolic biomarkers help distinguish between depressive episodes of bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder?

Plant-based baby formulas meet guidelines but raise new allergy questions

AI shows promise in predicting type 2 diabetes but faces hurdles for clinical use

UTHSC researcher part of team studying obesity-cancer connection

New study challenges long-held belief about how chemotherapy works

Study: Nearly 1.7 million people could be living with dementia in England and Wales by 2040

Can your diet soda habit affect your baby? New study explores low-calorie sweeteners in breastmilk

Can the planetary health diet save your life and the planet? Study finds mixed results

Groundbreaking research advances understanding of how pathogens impact cancer

Exploring the link between red meat intake and inflammation

Autistic people less likely to be affected by bystander effect in workplace, study finds

Endometriosis and irritable bowel syndrome share genetic risk factors, UQ research shows

New nanoparticle-based system developed for comprehensive treatment of rheumatoid arthritis

Somatic mutations in the skin not responsible for the start or spread of psoriasis

Clinical trial launched to explore new drug treatments for military personnel and veterans with PTSD

Newly identified amino acid may play key role in predicting outcomes and treatment of long COVID

$3.4 million grant awarded to identify therapeutic treatments for acute respiratory distress syndrome

Genomic screening encourages people with hemochromatosis to seek treatment and relevant management

Advancing Motor Neuron Disease Diagnosis with Non-Invasive Ultrasound and AI

How agentic AI is reshaping laboratory workflows

Fourier 80: bringing benchtop NMR systems to the laboratory

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