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Novel light-sensitive drug induces sleep without genetic modification

The nucleus accumbens plays a pivotal role in motivational behavior and sleep regulation, modulated by adenosine A2A receptors (A2AR).

28 May 2024

High caffeine consumption linked to changes in dopamine function in Parkinson's patients

Regular high caffeine consumption affects dopamine function in patients with Parkinson's disease, shows a new international study led by the University of Turku and Turku University Hospital in Finland.

28 May 2024

Binge-eating disorder persists longer than previously thought, study shows

Binge-eating disorder is the most prevalent eating disorder in the United States, but previous studies have presented conflicting views of the disorder's duration and the likelihood of relapse.

28 May 2024

Strategies for addressing disease X and enhancing global health security

Announcing a new article publication for Zoonoses journal. Disease X stands as a symbol for a subset of emerging infectious diseases rising to prominence as a significant challenge to global health security.

28 May 2024

Study uncovers probable origin of stuttering in the brain

An international research group led by researchers from the University of Turku and Turku University Hospital in Finland has succeeded in identifying the probable origin of stuttering in the brain.

28 May 2024

Oral semaglutide shows promising results for type 2 diabetes in routine clinical settings

Semaglutide and its effects on glycemic control, body weight (BW), and tolerability in routine clinical practice.

28 May 2024

Research highlights positive impact of yoga and mediterranean diet on elderly health

The combined effects of yoga and the Mediterranean diet (MD) on various health outcomes in community-dwelling older adults.

28 May 2024

Researchers develop mathematical model to predict effective dosage range of cancer treatment

Cancer poses significant challenges due to the development of resistance and the likelihood of relapse. Resistance may arise from permanent genetic changes in cancer cells or non-genetic alterations in cancer cell behavior induced by treatment.

28 May 2024

People with disabilities more likely to experience pregnancy complications, report shows

People with disabilities account for 13% of all pregnancies in Ontario, but a new report shows that this population was more likely to experience pregnancy complications such as emergency department visits, hospitalizations, and preterm birth.

28 May 2024

Taking semaglutide once weekly may lower the chances of kidney disease, says study

The effects of semaglutide (administered once weekly) on the outcomes of kidney disease.

28 May 2024

Study reveals significant link between rosacea and malignant melanoma

Rosacea, a common skin condition widely considered to be only a cosmetic issue, could be associated with several comorbidities, including melanomas.

28 May 2024

Study shows enforced masking on long flights prevents SARS-CoV-2 transmission

A recent study reveals that longer flights without enforced masking significantly increase the risk of SARS-CoV-2 transmission, while enforced masking on long-haul flights effectively prevents in-flight transmission. The findings underscore the importance of mask enforcement in reducing COVID-19 spread on aircraft.

28 May 2024

Heart failure triggers multimorbidity by altering stem cells, study reveals

Researchers identified that heart failure (HF) promotes multimorbidity by altering hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) to produce pro-inflammatory macrophages, increasing vulnerability in multiple organs. The study highlights the role of suppressed TGF-β signaling in these alterations, contributing to chronic inflammation and subsequent health issues.

28 May 2024

Heavy menstrual bleeding raises heart disease risk in young women

Study found that heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is linked to increased cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk in young women, even without irregular menstruation.

28 May 2024

Genetic screening and counseling slash young adults' excessive drinking, new study reveals

A recent randomized controlled trial found that short-term interventions combining enzyme substances and behavioral changes significantly reduced excessive alcohol intake among young adults.

28 May 2024

New frontiers in medicine: COVID-19 lessons push for multidisciplinary collaboration

Researchers highlight the need for multidisciplinary collaboration in medicine, especially in addressing transmissible illnesses, precision medicine, and data science, as learned from the COVID-19 pandemic.

28 May 2024

Study links high sugar intake to lower childhood asthma risk, while fat, magnesium, and vitamin D increase it

Using Mendelian Randomization, researchers found that high sugar intake may lower childhood asthma risk, while high fat, magnesium, and vitamin D intake increase it.

27 May 2024

Low vitamin D levels linked to higher diabetes risk in older adults, study finds

A meta-analysis found that low serum vitamin D levels significantly increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in older adults, even after adjusting for several confounders.

27 May 2024

Study suggests broccoli may reduce cancer risk

A meta-analysis of over 730,000 individuals indicates that high broccoli consumption is linked to lower cancer prevalence, though more robust research is needed to confirm its chemopreventive properties.

27 May 2024

New project analyzes European consumers' attitudes towards alternative protein food products

Why do people in Paris like seaweed and tofu salad? Will Italians be tempted to try a beetle skewer? How many young Polish consumers are "food innovators", eager to eat chickpea pâté? In an international project, researchers from SWPS University analyzed European consumers' attitudes towards alternative protein food products.

27 May 2024

Medical Research News

Novel light-sensitive drug induces sleep without genetic modification

High caffeine consumption linked to changes in dopamine function in Parkinson's patients

Binge-eating disorder persists longer than previously thought, study shows

Strategies for addressing disease X and enhancing global health security

Study uncovers probable origin of stuttering in the brain

Oral semaglutide shows promising results for type 2 diabetes in routine clinical settings

Research highlights positive impact of yoga and mediterranean diet on elderly health

Researchers develop mathematical model to predict effective dosage range of cancer treatment

People with disabilities more likely to experience pregnancy complications, report shows

Taking semaglutide once weekly may lower the chances of kidney disease, says study

Study reveals significant link between rosacea and malignant melanoma

Study shows enforced masking on long flights prevents SARS-CoV-2 transmission

Heart failure triggers multimorbidity by altering stem cells, study reveals

Heavy menstrual bleeding raises heart disease risk in young women

Genetic screening and counseling slash young adults' excessive drinking, new study reveals

New frontiers in medicine: COVID-19 lessons push for multidisciplinary collaboration

Study links high sugar intake to lower childhood asthma risk, while fat, magnesium, and vitamin D increase it

Low vitamin D levels linked to higher diabetes risk in older adults, study finds

Study suggests broccoli may reduce cancer risk

New project analyzes European consumers' attitudes towards alternative protein food products

Exploring the nanoscale: How AFM is transforming cosmetic science

Innovating Texture and Culture in Plant-Based Foods

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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