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Penn State team identifies distinct sleep patterns and their correlation to overall health

Poor sleep habits are strongly associated with long-term chronic health conditions, according to decades of research.

12 Mar 2024

Molecular Rosetta stone provides previously unknown insight into gut microbiome communication

Researchers from Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of California San Diego have uncovered thousands of previously unknown bile acids, a type of molecule used by our gut microbiome to communicate with the rest of the body.

12 Mar 2024

Universal screening of congenital cytomegalovirus infection with pooled saliva tests

New study displays successful implementation of pooled saliva tests for universal screening of congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) infection.

12 Mar 2024

Linking stress and inflammation to societal dysfunction

From anxiety about the state of the world to ongoing waves of Covid-19, the stresses we face can seem relentless and even overwhelming.

12 Mar 2024

T1-spanin breakthrough offers new hope against antibiotic resistance

Given the worldwide prevalence of drug-resistant bacteria, the research fraternity is on the lookout for alternative bactericidal treatment approaches.

12 Mar 2024

Discovery of new organelle could improve the understanding of chronic liver diseases

Scientists have identified a new organelle in liver cells called the mitochondria-lysosome-related organelle (MLRO).

12 Mar 2024

New sprayable gel promises safer endoscopic surgeries

More than 20 million Americans undergo colonoscopy screenings every year, and in many of those cases, doctors end up removing polyps that are 2 cm or larger and require additional care.

12 Mar 2024

Research uncovers mechanical explanation for instability in the lungs of ARDS patients

Researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities may have discovered a mechanical explanation for instability observed in the lungs in cases of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), particularly in the aftermath of respiratory illnesses such as COVID-19 or pneumonia.

12 Mar 2024

Increased stiffness in aging skin may contribute to higher rates of metastatic skin cancer

Age-related changes that cause the skin to stiffen and become less elastic may also contribute to higher rates of metastatic skin cancer in older people, according to research by investigators from the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center.

12 Mar 2024

Combined prevalence of underweight and obesity has increased in most countries since 1990, study reports

A new study in The Lancet looks at their worldwide impact on the prevalence of obesity and underweight from 1999 to 2022.

12 Mar 2024

Boosting curcumin's absorption and effectiveness for disease prevention and therapy

The potential of nano-formulations to boost the bioavailability and bioactivity of curcumin.

12 Mar 2024

Groundbreaking study unveils sex-specific genetic influences on blood pressure

Genetic heterogeneity of blood pressure (BP) effects between sexes.

12 Mar 2024

Spicing up health: How culinary herbs and spices may boost gut health through polyphenols

How regular polyphenol intake from diet affects gut microbiota composition in healthy adults.

12 Mar 2024

Obesity related to depression risk among older adults

Researchers discuss the association between depression and obesity.

12 Mar 2024

Does eating carbohydrates impact facial attractiveness?

Researchers investigate the potential of medical disorders like hyperinsulinemia and hyperglycemia to influence facial attractiveness.

12 Mar 2024

New “GPS nanoparticle” delivers a genetic punch to the protein implicated in tumor spread

A newly developed "GPS nanoparticle" injected intravenously can home in on cancer cells to deliver a genetic punch to the protein implicated in tumor growth and spread, according to researchers from Penn State.

11 Mar 2024

LAG-3 protein structure may be the key to unlocking new cancer treatments

A molecular “snapshot” of a protein can be critical to understanding its function. Scientists at Stanford and NYU have published and investigated a new structure of the protein LAG-3 which could enable the development of new cancer treatments.

11 Mar 2024

Study highlights potential therapeutic target for immune-related disorders

A new study highlights a potential therapeutic target for immune-related disorders, such as multiple sclerosis and asthma.

11 Mar 2024

The brain may use a single shared blueprint to guide early development, study suggests

In a new study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), researchers from the University of Minnesota Medical School investigated brain development to understand how different areas of the brain become specialized in handling information such as vision, sound, touch and planning.

11 Mar 2024

Inaoside A: Novel antioxidant compound found in Laetiporus cremeiporus mushrooms

Natural products have unique chemical structures and biological activities and can play a pivotal role in advancing pharmaceutical science.

11 Mar 2024

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Penn State team identifies distinct sleep patterns and their correlation to overall health

Molecular Rosetta stone provides previously unknown insight into gut microbiome communication

Universal screening of congenital cytomegalovirus infection with pooled saliva tests

Linking stress and inflammation to societal dysfunction

T1-spanin breakthrough offers new hope against antibiotic resistance

Discovery of new organelle could improve the understanding of chronic liver diseases

New sprayable gel promises safer endoscopic surgeries

Research uncovers mechanical explanation for instability in the lungs of ARDS patients

Increased stiffness in aging skin may contribute to higher rates of metastatic skin cancer

Combined prevalence of underweight and obesity has increased in most countries since 1990, study reports

Boosting curcumin's absorption and effectiveness for disease prevention and therapy

Groundbreaking study unveils sex-specific genetic influences on blood pressure

Spicing up health: How culinary herbs and spices may boost gut health through polyphenols

Obesity related to depression risk among older adults

Does eating carbohydrates impact facial attractiveness?

New “GPS nanoparticle” delivers a genetic punch to the protein implicated in tumor spread

LAG-3 protein structure may be the key to unlocking new cancer treatments

Study highlights potential therapeutic target for immune-related disorders

The brain may use a single shared blueprint to guide early development, study suggests

Inaoside A: Novel antioxidant compound found in Laetiporus cremeiporus mushrooms

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Scaling 3D biology: Automation, imaging, and the future of high-throughput research

How does norepinephrine influence anxiety-related behaviours?

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