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Could marine plasmalogens be the secret weapon to fight Alzheimer's and Parkinson's?

The research paper reviews the potential benefits of marine plasmalogens, a type of glycerophospholipid, in combating age-related diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. These compounds, abundant in marine resources, could improve lipid metabolism and reduce oxidative stress, offering a new avenue for improving the quality of life in aging populations.

3 Sep 2023

Marijuana users have elevated levels of cadmium and lead in their blood and urine

Recent study reveals marijuana users have elevated levels of harmful metals like cadmium and lead in their blood and urine. The findings raise questions about the long-term health impacts and the need for stronger regulation on contaminants in cannabis products.

3 Sep 2023

How do cyclones impact human health?

Researchers discuss the health outcomes of cyclones.

3 Sep 2023

Scientists discover new role for liver tPA in regulating cholesterol levels

Despite advances in treatment for high cholesterol, heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S. Scientists at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) are investigating the role of a form of cholesterol called very-low-density lipoprotein – and their findings may lead to new treatment options in the future.

1 Sep 2023

Scientists convert former barn into cutting-edge animal behavior lab

Researchers from the Cluster of Excellence Centre for the Advanced Study of Collective Behaviour (CASCB) and the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior have converted a former barn into a cutting-edge technology lab for complex behavioral analysis

1 Sep 2023

SparkMaster 2: New software automates analysis of calcium release events

A team of UC Davis and University of Oxford researchers have developed an innovative tool: SparkMaster 2.

1 Sep 2023

Scientists reclassify 200 rare immune system disorders using network-based approach

Scientists at CeMM, Max Perutz Labs, and St. Anna Children's Cancer Research Institute in Vienna have achieved a significant advancement in the research of rare immune system disorders.

1 Sep 2023

Study sheds light on immune cells' ability to collectively migrate through complex environments

When fighting disease, our immune cells need to reach their target quickly. Researchers at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) now discovered that immune cells actively generate their own guidance system to navigate through complex environments.

1 Sep 2023

New research could help improve the effectiveness of immunotherapy for people with brain tumors

A study led by researchers at the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center sheds new light on why tumors that have spread to the brain from other parts of the body respond to immunotherapy while glioblastoma, an aggressive cancer that originates in the brain, does not.

1 Sep 2023

Mice study helps understand how DiNP affects pregnancy

We are constantly exposed to phthalates in our environment through plastic products such as storage containers, medical devices, packages, fabrics, and toys.

1 Sep 2023

Heart protective effect of red blood cells is enhanced by nitrate-rich vegetable diet

Red blood cells exposed to oxygen deficiency protect against myocardial infarction, according to a new KI study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigations.

1 Sep 2023

Bridging the gap: Postnatal research offers clues to tackling maternal obesity

Postnatal dietary patterns, physical activity status, and changes in body weight among obese women living in a highly deprived region in the UK.

1 Sep 2023

Biomarkers unveil insights into post-COVID-19 syndrome variability

Researchers studied a prospective observation cohort of patients with post-coronavirus disease 2019 syndrome.

1 Sep 2023

The efficacy and safety of anti-androgens in the management of hormonal and clinical features of PCOS

The safety and efficacy of anti-androgens in managing polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

1 Sep 2023

Link between daily diet soda and aspartame intake in early life with autism in males

The association between maternal daily consumption of diet sodas or aspartame during pregnancy and the risk of autism in offspring.

1 Sep 2023

TherageniX and University of Nottingham awarded £995K Innovate UK grant to develop powdered gene therapy for bone regeneration

Funding from Innovate UK’s Transforming Medicines Manufacturing program supporting innovative technologies for intracellular drug delivery.

1 Sep 2023

Can the consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables improve the management of gestational diabetes?

A new paper explores the dietary effects of consuming colorful fruits and vegetables (CFV).

1 Sep 2023

Study shows strong link between depression and inflammation in obese patients before and after bariatric surgery

Research funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) has shown that higher levels of inflammation in the blood of patients with obesity undergoing bariatric surgery predicts poorer weight loss six months after the procedure.

31 Aug 2023

IBS researchers discover new insights into the regulation of fat metabolism

This is a significant development that brings hope to the one billion individuals with obesity worldwide. Researchers led by Director C. Justin LEE from the Center for Cognition and Sociality (CCS) within the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) have discovered new insights into the regulation of fat metabolism.

31 Aug 2023

Unique openings in specific ion channels could lead to development of selective drugs

Ion channels are attractive drug targets due to their importance in health and disease, but finding ways to target a specific ion channel selectively is a major challenge.

31 Aug 2023

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Could marine plasmalogens be the secret weapon to fight Alzheimer's and Parkinson's?

Marijuana users have elevated levels of cadmium and lead in their blood and urine

How do cyclones impact human health?

Scientists discover new role for liver tPA in regulating cholesterol levels

Scientists convert former barn into cutting-edge animal behavior lab

SparkMaster 2: New software automates analysis of calcium release events

Scientists reclassify 200 rare immune system disorders using network-based approach

Study sheds light on immune cells' ability to collectively migrate through complex environments

New research could help improve the effectiveness of immunotherapy for people with brain tumors

Mice study helps understand how DiNP affects pregnancy

Heart protective effect of red blood cells is enhanced by nitrate-rich vegetable diet

Bridging the gap: Postnatal research offers clues to tackling maternal obesity

Biomarkers unveil insights into post-COVID-19 syndrome variability

The efficacy and safety of anti-androgens in the management of hormonal and clinical features of PCOS

Link between daily diet soda and aspartame intake in early life with autism in males

TherageniX and University of Nottingham awarded £995K Innovate UK grant to develop powdered gene therapy for bone regeneration

Can the consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables improve the management of gestational diabetes?

Study shows strong link between depression and inflammation in obese patients before and after bariatric surgery

IBS researchers discover new insights into the regulation of fat metabolism

Unique openings in specific ion channels could lead to development of selective drugs

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