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Study reveals IL-22BP protein's role in gut health and infection resistance

A study reported in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) shows how the presence of a specific protein called IL-22BP affects the composition of the gut microbiota and the body's response to bacterial infection.

29 Jul 2024

Garlic as a potent weapon against atherosclerosis

Researchers identified garlic's potential to treat atherosclerosis by regulating ferroptosis and reducing lipid peroxidation, offering a safer alternative to current treatments.

29 Jul 2024

DNA repair gene mutations predict bladder cancer response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy

An analysis of pre-treatment tumor specimens from 105 patients with localized muscle-invasive bladder cancer found that the presence of a mutation in any one of three genes, all known to be involved in DNA damage repair, was associated with complete pathologic response to cisplatin-based neoadjuvant chemotherapy as measured by pathological downstaging at the time of bladder surgery.

29 Jul 2024

Transthyretin protein levels linked to heart failure and mortality

Physician-scientists from the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine have uncovered significant findings regarding the impact of transthyretin, or TTR, protein levels on heart disease risk.

29 Jul 2024

Deciphering miRNA-mediated regulation of liver regeneration: New insights

The liver, a vital organ involved in numerous essential physiological processes such as bile production, plasma protein synthesis, nutrient absorption, detoxification, vitamin storage, macronutrient metabolism, and immune support, has a remarkable regenerative capacity.

29 Jul 2024

New dual kinase inhibitor MTX-531 shows promise in overcoming cancer therapy resistance

A team of researchers at the University of Michigan Health Rogel Cancer Center has designed a molecule that impairs signaling mediated by two key drivers of cancer therapy resistance.

29 Jul 2024

New blood test achieves 90% accuracy in diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease, outperforms doctors

Researchers in Sweden developed a combined blood test with up to 90% accuracy for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, surpassing the diagnostic rates of primary care doctors and specialists.

29 Jul 2024

Lettuce found comparable to dock leaf for nettle sting relief

Rubbing a lettuce leaf on a nettle sting to ease the associated discomfort may be just as good as using the age-old folk remedy of a dock leaf, suggest the results of a small comparative study, published online in Emergency Medicine Journal.

29 Jul 2024

EWMA bioink from egg whites offers new possibilities in tissue engineering

Terasaki Institute scientists have created a cutting-edge technology inspired by nature by developing a novel bioink derived from egg whites or Egg White methacryloyl (EWMA).

29 Jul 2024

Xanthones show promise in diabetes with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties

Research reveals xanthones as promising agents in diabetes management, offering antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and insulin-sensitizing benefits.

29 Jul 2024

Study finds link between healthy diet with less sugar and younger biological age

Researchers at UC San Francisco have found a link between following a diet that is rich in vitamins and minerals, especially one without much added sugar, and having a younger biological age at the cellular level.

29 Jul 2024

Wearable devices may increase anxiety in atrial fibrillation patients despite perceived safety

A recent study found that while wearable devices may help AF patients feel safer, they can also increase anxiety and prompt unnecessary medical care. The research highlights the need for further investigation into the psychological effects of these technologies on AF patients.

29 Jul 2024

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Study reveals IL-22BP protein's role in gut health and infection resistance

Garlic as a potent weapon against atherosclerosis

DNA repair gene mutations predict bladder cancer response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy

Transthyretin protein levels linked to heart failure and mortality

Deciphering miRNA-mediated regulation of liver regeneration: New insights

New dual kinase inhibitor MTX-531 shows promise in overcoming cancer therapy resistance

New blood test achieves 90% accuracy in diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease, outperforms doctors

Lettuce found comparable to dock leaf for nettle sting relief

EWMA bioink from egg whites offers new possibilities in tissue engineering

Xanthones show promise in diabetes with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties

Study finds link between healthy diet with less sugar and younger biological age

Wearable devices may increase anxiety in atrial fibrillation patients despite perceived safety

Loss of Gα13 in B-cells linked to increased lymphoma risk due to dietary glutamine

Advanced 3D model replicates hair follicle environment to better evaluate drug treatments

Duke-NUS scientist awarded major funding to develop therapeutics for chronic inflammation

PUFA metabolites in umbilical cord blood may predict autism spectrum disorder

Wearable, non-invasive device can measure activity in human cervical nerves in clinical settings

Study suggests lifetime selection biases skew positive health claims in alcohol research

Wearing surgical face masks in public spaces reduces the risk of self-reported respiratory symptoms

Researchers find the effect of pesticides on increased cancer risk is comparable to smoking for some cancers

How does norepinephrine influence anxiety-related behaviours?

Transforming Lab Workflows with Cell Culture Automation

Building Bridges to Scalable Allogeneic Cell Therapy

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