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New insights on how diet regulates allergic responses

The intricate relationship that exists between humans and the gut microbiome has become a hot research topic, and scientists are constantly uncovering new reasons why a healthy diet can lead to a healthier life.

1 Feb 2024

IU surgeon-scientist investigates the role of sinus microbiome in chronic rhinosinusitis

An Indiana University School of Medicine surgeon-scientist is leading a multi-institutional grant investigating the role of the sinus microbiome in chronic rhinosinusitis, an inflammatory disease that causes the lining of the sinuses to swell.

1 Feb 2024

Researchers develop new method to study liver function and disease

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have developed a method to study liver function and disease without requiring invasive procedures.

1 Feb 2024

Next-gen BTK degrader could help overcome treatment resistance in chronic lymphocytic leukemia

New research from Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and collaborating organizations has identified a next-generation BTK degrader that could help overcome treatment resistance in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and related blood cancers.

1 Feb 2024

Specific epigenetic pathway found to be involved in the development of melanoma drug resistance

One of the major challenges in cancer research and clinical care is understanding the molecular basis for therapeutic resistance as a major cause of long term treatment failures.

1 Feb 2024

New approach offers hope for regaining lost memories in Alzheimer's

While newly approved drugs for Alzheimer's show some promise for slowing the memory-robbing disease, the current treatments fall far short of being effective at regaining memory.

1 Feb 2024

Identifying essential genetic regions for gestational diabetes with deep learning and cfDNA sequencing

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a prevalent pregnancy complication posing significant health risks to both mothers and their newborns. Early detection and treatment of GDM are crucial to prevent adverse outcomes.

1 Feb 2024

New sequencing tool speeds up SARS-CoV-2 outbreak response and informs treatment

Announcing a new article publication for Zoonoses journal. In the context of two Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) outbreaks involving local transmission and an international flight, the authors of this article used meta-transcriptome and multi-amplicon sequencing to successfully acquire the complete viral genome sequences from clinical samples with varying viral loads.

1 Feb 2024

Elevated cortisol in pregnant women with depression linked to preterm birth, low birth weight

Women with depressive symptoms during pregnancy may experience an alteration in the circadian rhythm of cortisol — a hormone that is necessary for fetal development — which could affect the course of pregnancy.

1 Feb 2024

Study uncovers significant association between cereal fiber intake and reduced rheumatoid arthritis prevalence

Researchers investigated the association between dietary fiber and the risk of rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

1 Feb 2024

Smartphone-based mall walking program could boost daily step count, study suggests

Researchers from Japan evaluated the effectiveness of smartphone-based programs that conduct mall walking in increasing the daily step count, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic.

1 Feb 2024

Study observes rapid immune response in individuals switching to vegan and keto diets

Researchers evaluated the impact of vegan and ketogenic diets on immune response and gut microbiota in humans.

1 Feb 2024

Virtual relaxation therapy reduces distress in end-of-life care

A new study published in Frontiers in Virtual Reality explored the effectiveness of a psychological strategy called Flourishing-Life-Of-Wish Virtual Reality Therapy (FLOW-VRT)® in helping people cope with their symptoms and achieve relaxation at the end of life.

1 Feb 2024

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New insights on how diet regulates allergic responses

IU surgeon-scientist investigates the role of sinus microbiome in chronic rhinosinusitis

Researchers develop new method to study liver function and disease

Next-gen BTK degrader could help overcome treatment resistance in chronic lymphocytic leukemia

Specific epigenetic pathway found to be involved in the development of melanoma drug resistance

New approach offers hope for regaining lost memories in Alzheimer's

Identifying essential genetic regions for gestational diabetes with deep learning and cfDNA sequencing

New sequencing tool speeds up SARS-CoV-2 outbreak response and informs treatment

Elevated cortisol in pregnant women with depression linked to preterm birth, low birth weight

Study uncovers significant association between cereal fiber intake and reduced rheumatoid arthritis prevalence

Smartphone-based mall walking program could boost daily step count, study suggests

Study observes rapid immune response in individuals switching to vegan and keto diets

Virtual relaxation therapy reduces distress in end-of-life care

Circulatory cholesterol levels are inversely linked to mortality of patients with sepsis and critical illness

New microscopy technology unveils detailed images of brain cancer tissue

Is there an association between vitamin D, immunocompetence, and aging?

Berry consumption shown to lower stress-related disease risk in US adults

The effectiveness of statins in PCOS management

Transforming global food system could unlock trillions in economic gains

The anti-cancer potential of sRNAs isolated from different mushroom species

Fluidics in Modern Healthcare & Medical Device Innovation

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

How does norepinephrine influence anxiety-related behaviours?

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