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7 Tesla MRI reveals new insights into sleep regulation and light stimulation of the brain

A study conducted by researchers at the University of Liège (BE) Institute, using ultra-high field 7 Tesla MRI, are providing a better understanding of how sleep is regulated.

22 Sep 2023

New software uncovers that myelin develops much slower after birth

A single brain is unfathomably complex. So brain researchers, whether they're looking at datasets built from 300,000 neurons in 81 mice or from MRIs of 1,200 young adults, are now dealing with so much information that they must also come up with new methods to comprehend it.

22 Sep 2023

Researchers develop novel ultrasound imaging technique to view macrophages in real time

Macrophages are little cells vital to the immune system and could possibly inform cell-based therapies for a variety of medical conditions.

22 Sep 2023

Ginger supplements can play key role in controlling inflammation for people with autoimmune diseases

New research has revealed a potentially important role ginger supplements can play in controlling inflammation for people living with autoimmune diseases.

22 Sep 2023

Could creatine supplementation be the answer to post-COVID-19 fatigue?

In a recent study published in the journal Food Science & Nutrition, researchers investigated creatine supplementations as a potential intervention strategy to attenuate the clinical symptoms of post-COVID-19 fatigue syndrome.

22 Sep 2023

VAX-seq: the future of mRNA vaccine analysis and quality assurance?

Researchers proposed a simplified approach for analyzing mRNA vaccines using long-read sequencing.

22 Sep 2023

Is hemp the superfood vegetarians have been waiting for?

This recent study in the journal Nutrients delves into the nutritional power of hemp seeds, highlighting their potential as a rich source of proteins, essential fatty acids, and dietary fiber—particularly valuable for vegetarians. The paper also suggests that hemp could offer numerous health benefits, from antioxidant activity to potentially aiding in metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, paving the way for more focused research.

22 Sep 2023

CPRIT awards $2 million to SMU to recruit cancer biology researcher Annika Wylie

The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) has awarded $2 million to recruit Annika Wylie to SMU and fund five years of her research, which focuses on the p53 gene, a naturally occurring tumor suppressor.

21 Sep 2023

Nanoparticle vaccine may offer safe and effective protection against Dabie Bandavirus

Cleveland Clinic researchers have used nanoparticles to develop a potential vaccine candidate against Dabie Bandavirus, formerly known as Severe Fever with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome Virus (SFTSV), a tick-borne virus that currently has no prevention, treatment or cure.

21 Sep 2023

Multipronged gene therapy restores walking in mice after complete spinal cord injury

When the spinal cords of mice and humans are partially damaged, the initial paralysis is followed by the extensive, spontaneous recovery of motor function.

21 Sep 2023

Scientists identify mutations in 11 genes associated with aggressive forms of prostate cancer

An international research team led by scientists in the Center for Genetic Epidemiology at the Keck School of Medicine of USC and USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center has singled out mutations in 11 genes that are associated with aggressive forms of prostate cancer.

21 Sep 2023

CD1 lipidomes exhibit size-based antigen display mechanisms

Study uncovers the complexities of how CD1 molecules present a vast array of lipids to T-cells, revealing a unique, size-based antigen-display system. The findings could provide crucial insights into the intricacies of immune response and antigen presentation.

21 Sep 2023

Placental disease: A key contributor to unexplained pregnancy loss

New study in Reproductive Sciences identifies placental diseases as the likely cause for 99% of unexplained pregnancy losses, shedding light on miscarriages and stillbirths. The research suggests that identifying specific placental pathologies could lead to more preventative measures.

21 Sep 2023

Cerebrospinal fluid leaks may be one of the mechanisms that link TBI with dementia

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks may be one of the mechanisms that link traumatic brain injury (TBI) with dementia, according to a recently published hypothesis in Alzheimer's & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions, a journal of the Alzheimer's Association.

21 Sep 2023

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7 Tesla MRI reveals new insights into sleep regulation and light stimulation of the brain

New software uncovers that myelin develops much slower after birth

Researchers develop novel ultrasound imaging technique to view macrophages in real time

Ginger supplements can play key role in controlling inflammation for people with autoimmune diseases

Could creatine supplementation be the answer to post-COVID-19 fatigue?

VAX-seq: the future of mRNA vaccine analysis and quality assurance?

Is hemp the superfood vegetarians have been waiting for?

CPRIT awards $2 million to SMU to recruit cancer biology researcher Annika Wylie

Nanoparticle vaccine may offer safe and effective protection against Dabie Bandavirus

Multipronged gene therapy restores walking in mice after complete spinal cord injury

Scientists identify mutations in 11 genes associated with aggressive forms of prostate cancer

CD1 lipidomes exhibit size-based antigen display mechanisms

Placental disease: A key contributor to unexplained pregnancy loss

Cerebrospinal fluid leaks may be one of the mechanisms that link TBI with dementia

Scientists uncover a crucial component for restoring functional activity after spinal cord injury

Study sheds light on the cause of craniosynostosis in infants

Researchers develop new approach to fighting chemo-resistant small cell lung cancer

Manipulating mitochondrial electron flow enhances immune response, reduces tumor growth

Compound found in hops can combat metabolic syndrome by reducing Oscillibacter population

Researchers discover brain pathways involved in sleep preparatory behavior in mice

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