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NYU Langone doctors complete longest-documented case of pig kidney transplant in human body

After 61 days of observation, NYU Langone Health doctors this month completed the longest-documented case of a genetically engineered pig kidney functioning in a human body.

14 Sep 2023

Research suggests laminin could play role in slowing progression of breast tumors

Cells are capable of translating mechanical changes into biological responses. This process is known as mechanotransduction and plays a fundamental role in the progression of solid tumors, such as breast cancer.

14 Sep 2023

New nano-thin superbug-slaying material could revolutionize wound healing

Researchers have invented a nano-thin superbug-slaying material that could one day be integrated into wound dressings and implants to prevent or heal bacterial infections.

14 Sep 2023

Geographic disparities in breast cancer mortality: how where you live could matter

A new paper recently published in JAMA Network Open explores the differential mortality rates across various US counties regarding their geographic location associated with multiple sociodemographic factors.

14 Sep 2023

Multi-omics study offers insights into psoriasis treatment

Researchers use a multi-omics approach combining immune cell-enriched scRNA-seq, microarray analysis, and immunohistochemistry to elucidate the translational role of anti-IL-17A in suppressing the autoimmune functions of T17 cells, thereby effectively treating human psoriasis.

14 Sep 2023

Reviving reservoirs: new findings shake up HIV treatment understanding

Researchers provide insight into the interaction between T lymphocytes and persisting reservoirs of HIV, with repercussions for harnessing effective, long-lasting responses to HIV eradication.

14 Sep 2023

MRI innovation to unveil iron homeostasis in the human brain

Researchers demonstrated a MRI method sensitive to the live brain's iron homeostasis (the r1-r2 extent of relaxation or relaxivity).

14 Sep 2023

Study suggests link between blood transfusions and brain hemorrhages, but further research needed

Researchers investigated whether spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhages among blood donors after blood donation were linked to the development of spontaneous ICH among transfusion recipients.

14 Sep 2023

A novel multi-epitope vaccine targeting extracellular proteins of Chlamydia pneumoniae

Researchers designed and evaluated a multi-epitope vaccine targeting the main outer membrane protein of Chlamydia pneumoniae using immunoinformatics.

14 Sep 2023

The anti-metastatic and anti-proliferation impact of dandelion extract on breast cancer cells

Researchers evaluated the anti-metastatic and anti-proliferative properties of all-trans retinoic acid (ATRA) and dandelion extract in breast cancer cells.

14 Sep 2023

Results from a nested randomized controlled trial for BCG vaccination against recurrent herpes labialis

Researchers examined the effect of Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccination on attenuating herpes labialis (cold sore) recurrences.

14 Sep 2023

Oral SARS-CoV-2 vaccine shows promise in monkeys

A new paper in Biology Methods and Protocols, published by Oxford University Press, indicates that researchers studying SARS-CoV-2 may have developed new methods to administer vaccines orally, which would be both easier to administer and more effective at combatting illnesses.

13 Sep 2023

How food insecurity fuels sugary drink consumption in vulnerable kids

New research from New York City reveals that children in low-food-security households are more likely to consume sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs). Factors such as chronic stress and U.S. parental immigration status were found to exacerbate the link between food insecurity and higher SSB consumption among these children.

13 Sep 2023

Nine-year study reveals lipids' pivotal role in aging, health, and disease

This groundbreaking nine-year study used advanced mass spectrometry to analyze lipid profiles in human plasma, revealing dynamic changes tied to aging, insulin resistance, and viral infections. The findings suggest that specific lipid subclasses are crucial indicators and potential targets for treatment in human health and various diseases.

13 Sep 2023

Rasip1 gene found to be intimately involved in the creation of blood cells

Blood has long been a symbol of life and health, so it may be surprising that some aspects of blood production, i.e., hematopoiesis, remain incompletely understood.

13 Sep 2023

Air pollution fueling a spike in breast cancer risk

New study finds that exposure to PM2.5 air pollution increases the risk of breast cancer in women by 8% for each 10 µg/m3 increase. The groundbreaking research is the first to provide concrete evidence linking fine particulate matter to ER+ breast cancer.

13 Sep 2023

New Omicron subvariant BA.2.86: A master of immune escape but not taking over yet

Researchers have isolated a new SARS-CoV-2 Omicron subvariant, BA.2.86, revealing its ability to escape neutralizing antibodies five-fold greater than its ancestor strain. Despite its enhanced immune evasion capabilities, BA.2.86 has not shown a significant difference in spread compared to other current variants.

13 Sep 2023

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NYU Langone doctors complete longest-documented case of pig kidney transplant in human body

Research suggests laminin could play role in slowing progression of breast tumors

New nano-thin superbug-slaying material could revolutionize wound healing

Geographic disparities in breast cancer mortality: how where you live could matter

Multi-omics study offers insights into psoriasis treatment

Reviving reservoirs: new findings shake up HIV treatment understanding

MRI innovation to unveil iron homeostasis in the human brain

Study suggests link between blood transfusions and brain hemorrhages, but further research needed

A novel multi-epitope vaccine targeting extracellular proteins of Chlamydia pneumoniae

The anti-metastatic and anti-proliferation impact of dandelion extract on breast cancer cells

Results from a nested randomized controlled trial for BCG vaccination against recurrent herpes labialis

Oral SARS-CoV-2 vaccine shows promise in monkeys

How food insecurity fuels sugary drink consumption in vulnerable kids

Nine-year study reveals lipids' pivotal role in aging, health, and disease

Rasip1 gene found to be intimately involved in the creation of blood cells

Air pollution fueling a spike in breast cancer risk

New Omicron subvariant BA.2.86: A master of immune escape but not taking over yet

Researchers develop a ground-breaking method to predict survival after severe brain injury

International experts discuss recent advances in the diagnosis and treatment of atrial fibrillation

Researchers receive NIH grant to build first-ever digital twin of the bladder

Fourier 80: bringing benchtop NMR systems to the laboratory

How industrial hygiene flow calibration supports defensible exposure data

How electrical engineering ensures accurate calibration and patient safety

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