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Genetically edited chickens show resistance to avian influenza in landmark study

Researchers use CRISPR technology to create chickens resistant to avian influenza, targeting specific genes to inhibit viral replication. The study reveals both the promise and complexities of using genetic editing as a disease control strategy, also shedding light on influenza's adaptability.

11 Oct 2023

New drug molecule restores lost nerve-muscle connections, enhances strength

A small molecule previously shown to enhance strength in injured or old laboratory mice does so by restoring lost connections between nerves and muscle fibers, Stanford Medicine researchers have found.

11 Oct 2023

Is "double jeopardy" of midlife and old age stalling America's life expectancy?

Study reveals that the stagnation in U.S. life expectancy since 2010 is more significantly impacted by increased mortality rates in those above 65 years old than in working-age adults. Termed "double jeopardy," this finding highlights the urgent need for targeted interventions to improve health outcomes across age groups.

11 Oct 2023

Mucin glycosylation plays crucial role in protecting against obesity and intestinal inflammation

Located in the mucus layer that lines the gastrointestinal tract, mucins - proteins with attached sugar molecules - play a key role in combating bacterial infection and providing a safe haven to friendly gut bacteria through unknown mechanisms.

11 Oct 2023

World-first clinical trial offers new hope in the treatment of mild cognitive impairment among older people

Western Sydney University's NICM Health Research Institute has led a world-first clinical trial in Australia that offers new hope in the treatment of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) among older people.

11 Oct 2023

CT scan of the thymus reveals immune system aging

Thymus, a small and relatively unknown organ, may play a bigger role in the immune system of adults than was previously believed.

11 Oct 2023

What's on the menu for elite soccer players? Study reveals dietary habits vary by gender and competition level

Recent study reveals that the dietary habits of elite soccer players are influenced by their competitive levels and gender, with males favoring carbs and females leaning towards lean meats. The findings highlight the need for tailored nutritional guidance to optimize performance and health.

11 Oct 2023

Maternal pertussis vaccination boosts infant protection up to eight months

In a large-scale Australian study, maternal vaccination during pregnancy significantly increased pertussis resistance in infants up to eight months. While it slightly reduced the effectiveness of infants' routine vaccinations, it did not increase infection risk.

11 Oct 2023

BRAF/EGFR/MEK inhibition suppresses cancer stemness and drug resistance of colorectal cancer cells

A new research paper was published in Oncotarget's Volume 14 on October 4, 2023, entitled, "Inhibiting BRAF/EGFR/MEK suppresses cancer stemness and drug resistance of primary colorectal cancer cells."

11 Oct 2023

Subtle test deficits may predict risk of developing mild cognitive impairment

Among people who report memory and thinking problems, some show no signs of a problem on standard tests, while others have subtle declines on their tests.

11 Oct 2023

Study sheds light on how the immune system differentiates between self and non-self antigens

A groundbreaking study, led by Professor Kyemyung Park and his research team in the Graduate School of Health Science and Technology and the Department of Biomedical Engineering at UNIST has shed light on the intricate mechanism behind the immune system's ability to differentiate between self and non-self antigens.

11 Oct 2023

Study reveals a microbial metabolite's role in inducing Parkinson's-like symptoms

Researchers from the University of Vienna, University of Konstanz, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine uncover a potential environmental trigger for Parkinson's disease.

11 Oct 2023

Study highlights YB-1 targeting as novel treatment approach for pleural mesothelioma

Pleural mesothelioma (PM) is mainly caused by asbestos exposure and characterized by poor prognosis and limited therapeutic options.

11 Oct 2023

Study identifies pathways explaining racial/ethnic and socio-economic disparities in dementia

A new research paper was published in Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 15, Issue 18, entitled, "Pathways explaining racial/ethnic and socio-economic disparities in dementia incidence: the UK Biobank study."

11 Oct 2023

Modifiable risk factors for dementia disproportionately affect minority ethnic groups

Modifiable risk factors - including hypertension, obesity, diabetes, low HDL cholesterol and sleep disorders - confer a higher risk of dementia for people in some minority ethnic groups compared to White people, according to a new study published this week in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Naaheed Mukadam of University College London, UK, and colleagues.

11 Oct 2023

New nanocapsule treatment boosts immune response against solid tumors

UCLA researchers have developed a new treatment method using a tiny nanocapsule to help boost the immune response, making it easier for the immune system to fight and kill solid tumors.

11 Oct 2023

Study sheds light on genetic influences on fatty acid use in minority populations

University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have obtained new insights into how African-American and Hispanic-American people's genes influence their ability to use Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids for good health.

11 Oct 2023

New analysis reveals lack of diversity in surgical leadership in the U.S.

Women and those from racial and ethnic groups underrepresented in medicine (URiM) not only occupy few leadership roles in surgical departments but also tend to be clustered into certain leadership roles, according to a new analysis led by researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

11 Oct 2023

Specific navigational errors may indicate early signs of Alzheimer’s disease

People with early Alzheimer's disease have difficulty turning when walking, according to a new study using virtual reality led by UCL researchers.

11 Oct 2023

Chronic kidney disease may increase risk of sudden cardiac arrest among Hispanic/Latino adults

Chronic kidney disease may increase risk and predict sudden cardiac arrest among Hispanic/Latino adults, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.

11 Oct 2023

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Genetically edited chickens show resistance to avian influenza in landmark study

New drug molecule restores lost nerve-muscle connections, enhances strength

Is "double jeopardy" of midlife and old age stalling America's life expectancy?

Mucin glycosylation plays crucial role in protecting against obesity and intestinal inflammation

World-first clinical trial offers new hope in the treatment of mild cognitive impairment among older people

CT scan of the thymus reveals immune system aging

What's on the menu for elite soccer players? Study reveals dietary habits vary by gender and competition level

Maternal pertussis vaccination boosts infant protection up to eight months

BRAF/EGFR/MEK inhibition suppresses cancer stemness and drug resistance of colorectal cancer cells

Subtle test deficits may predict risk of developing mild cognitive impairment

Study sheds light on how the immune system differentiates between self and non-self antigens

Study reveals a microbial metabolite's role in inducing Parkinson's-like symptoms

Study highlights YB-1 targeting as novel treatment approach for pleural mesothelioma

Study identifies pathways explaining racial/ethnic and socio-economic disparities in dementia

Modifiable risk factors for dementia disproportionately affect minority ethnic groups

New nanocapsule treatment boosts immune response against solid tumors

Study sheds light on genetic influences on fatty acid use in minority populations

New analysis reveals lack of diversity in surgical leadership in the U.S.

Specific navigational errors may indicate early signs of Alzheimer’s disease

Chronic kidney disease may increase risk of sudden cardiac arrest among Hispanic/Latino adults

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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