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Half of sepsis patients face death within two years

Half of all patients with sepsis admitted to an emergency medical department died within two years, according to Danish researchers investigating factors that could predict outcomes for these patients.

14 Oct 2024

New gene therapy offers hope in combatting childhood obesity

According to the Centers for Disease Control, nearly 20% of children and teens are considered obese.

14 Oct 2024

Uncovering human-specific genes linked to brain development and disorders

The human brain's remarkably prolonged development is unique among mammals and is thought to contribute to our advanced learning abilities.

14 Oct 2024

Exploring the role of CPB2 gene in C. perfringens infections

C. perfringens is a widespread bacterium found in the intestines of animals and humans, known for causing severe enteric diseases.

14 Oct 2024

Semaglutide enhances cognitive abilities and reduces Alzheimer’s pathology in mice and human brain models

Researchers find that Semaglutide improves cognitive function and reduces amyloid and tau pathology in Alzheimer's disease models, while restoring oxytocin levels in both mice and human brain organoids.

14 Oct 2024

Semaglutide improves heart health and reduces weight in obese patients, but with side effects

Semaglutide significantly reduces cardiovascular events and adverse effects in overweight and obese patients. The study highlights semaglutide's superiority over other GLP-1 agonists for cardiovascular health.

14 Oct 2024

Breakdancer’s scalp mass removed after years of headspin injuries

Breakdancers can develop a fibrous mass on the scalp, known as the headspin hole, due to repetitive headspins. A recent BMJ Case Report details a case where surgery effectively removed the mass, alleviating symptoms.

14 Oct 2024

Differential gene expression linked to alcohol use disorder, offering new treatment possibilities

Researchers identified key gene expression differences in addiction-relevant brain regions that provide new insights into alcohol use disorder and potential therapeutic targets.

14 Oct 2024

Research uncovers key proteins linked to early-onset preeclampsia

Preeclampsia is a life-threatening pregnancy complication marked by persistent high blood pressure that is even more serious when it occurs early in the first trimester.

14 Oct 2024

Naloxone use by non-medical bystanders on the rise, but not fast enough

Use of a lifesaving drug to reverse opioid drug overdoses is growing, but not fast enough. That's according to new research in JAMA Network Open from The Ohio State University College of Medicine, College of Public Health and the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

14 Oct 2024

Survey: 25% of adults suspect undiagnosed ADHD

Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder – also known as ADHD – is typically thought of as a childhood condition.

14 Oct 2024

New findings on calcium transport in Listeria bacteria may enhance food safety

Researchers at Umeå University in Sweden have revealed details on how bacteria use calcium to regulate vital processes, in a way that differs from human cells.

14 Oct 2024

Study validates multi-source data linkage for cancer survival estimates in China

Population-based cancer survival is a key metric in evaluating the effectiveness of national cancer control policies and interventions.

14 Oct 2024

New study reveals declining nutrient intake among U.S. women of reproductive age

Researchers compare trends in nutrient consumption from dietary sources and supplements in pregnant and non-pregnant women in the United States.

14 Oct 2024

Epigenomic dynamics shape human brain development and neuropsychiatric disorder risks

Researchers investigate chromatin conformational and epigenomic reorganization during the development of the prefrontal cortex and hippocampus.

14 Oct 2024

$New clinical model can accurately predict hip fracture risk in the elderly$

New clinical model can accurately predict hip fracture risk in the elderly

Researchers at Uppsala University have developed a clinical model that can accurately predict the risk of hip fractures in the elderly.

14 Oct 2024

De novo antibody protein sequencing reveals novel functional and neutralizing antibodies post-SARS-CoV-2 vaccination

Rapid Novor has published a study that highlights the power of combining de novo antibody protein sequencing with conventional proteomics to uncover functional and neutralizing antibodies in human plasma following SARS-CoV-2 vaccination.

From Rapid Novor Inc 14 Oct 2024

Clec14a protein found to play vital role in regulating bone formation and density

The role of the C-type lectin domain containing 14A (Clec14a), a type-H endothelial protein, in coordinating osteoblast activity.

14 Oct 2024

Does drinking coffee during pregnancy really affect a child’s neurodevelopment? New study says likely not

Whether coffee consumption by the mother during pregnancy has an impact on the neurodevelopment of the fetus and could be linked to neurodevelopmental difficulties in the offspring.

14 Oct 2024

New nanoparticle system fights obesity

Researchers have unveiled a novel approach to tackle obesity by targeting fat absorption in the small intestine. The cutting-edge nanoparticle system, engineered to deliver therapeutic molecules directly to the digestive tract, has shown significant potential to prevent diet-induced obesity.

14 Oct 2024

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Half of sepsis patients face death within two years

New gene therapy offers hope in combatting childhood obesity

Uncovering human-specific genes linked to brain development and disorders

Exploring the role of CPB2 gene in C. perfringens infections

Semaglutide enhances cognitive abilities and reduces Alzheimer’s pathology in mice and human brain models

Semaglutide improves heart health and reduces weight in obese patients, but with side effects

Breakdancer’s scalp mass removed after years of headspin injuries

Differential gene expression linked to alcohol use disorder, offering new treatment possibilities

Research uncovers key proteins linked to early-onset preeclampsia

Naloxone use by non-medical bystanders on the rise, but not fast enough

Survey: 25% of adults suspect undiagnosed ADHD

New findings on calcium transport in Listeria bacteria may enhance food safety

Study validates multi-source data linkage for cancer survival estimates in China

New study reveals declining nutrient intake among U.S. women of reproductive age

Epigenomic dynamics shape human brain development and neuropsychiatric disorder risks

New clinical model can accurately predict hip fracture risk in the elderly

De novo antibody protein sequencing reveals novel functional and neutralizing antibodies post-SARS-CoV-2 vaccination

Clec14a protein found to play vital role in regulating bone formation and density

Does drinking coffee during pregnancy really affect a child’s neurodevelopment? New study says likely not

New nanoparticle system fights obesity

Redefining control and consistency in anaerobic microbiome workflows

AI in Healthcare: How generative tools are transforming clinical practice

The future of automation: Machine learning–driven hepatocyte and organoid counting

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