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American Association for Anatomy condemns commercialization of human body donors

In response to the allegations of illicit buying and selling of stolen body parts from Harvard Medical School's body donation program, the American Association for Anatomy (AAA) stands united in strong condemnation of the commercialization of human body donors and any action that violates donor ethics and trust.

28 Jun 2023

New nanoparticle could improve the delivery of mRNA-based vaccines

Johns Hopkins Medicine scientists say they have developed a nanoparticle - an extremely tiny biodegradable container - that has the potential to improve the delivery of messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA)-based vaccines for infectious diseases such as COVID-19, and vaccines for treating non-infectious diseases including cancer.

28 Jun 2023

Multi-faceted device provides rapid hemorrhage management

A multi-faceted device for effectively treating deep, non-compressible, and irregularly-shaped wounds has been engineered by the scientists at the Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI).

28 Jun 2023

Preserving the past, protecting the future: targeted DNA enrichment detects zoonotic pathogens in museum specimens

Study describes a novel method to search for zoonotic pathogens from animal tissues archived in museums.

28 Jun 2023

SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccination induces an immune response in the nasal mucosa, study finds

Respiratory viruses are known for their ability to enter the body through the eyes, nose, or mouth. Our bodies know that, too.

28 Jun 2023

Rising threat: cardiovascular disease on the rise among young adults

Study estimated the incidence, prevalence, mortality rate, and disability-adjusted life years of CVDs.

28 Jun 2023

A recipe for survival: Mediterranean diet and breast cancer outcomes

Study analyzes whether overall and BC-specific mortality was associated with adherence to MD.

28 Jun 2023

Public health concerns as highly pathogenic avian influenza A(H5N1) virus found in cat in France

Study describes the identification of a highly pathogenic avian influenza A virus in a domestic cat.

28 Jun 2023

Chatbot interventions effective in improving physical activity, diet, and sleep

Research finds that chatbot interventions are effective in improving physical activity, diet, and sleep. The study highlights the efficacy of chatbots across different populations and age groups, emphasizing their potential for personalized healthcare delivery.

27 Jun 2023

New radionuclide-based agent offers hope for treating a variety of cancers

A newly discovered radionuclide-based agent (CB-2PA-NT) has been shown to have high tumor uptake, sustained tumor retention, and high contrast in preclinical models, making it a prime candidate for a novel theranostics approach.

27 Jun 2023

Pictorial warnings pack a punch: Study finds decrease in parents' purchases of sugary drinks for kids

Research examines the impact of pictorial health warnings on parents' purchases of sugary drinks for children, revealing a 17% reduction. The study aims to uncover the psychological mechanisms behind this effect using secondary trial data.

27 Jun 2023

AI vs. human: Study shows ChatGPT falls short in accuracy and authenticity of scientific abstracts

Research investigates the use of large language models in scientific writing, finding that generated abstracts from ChatGPT are detected as 'fake' and raise concerns about accuracy and integrity. Ethical guidelines are needed to ensure proper use of language models in research.

27 Jun 2023

Study reveals human population density and climate factors drive spread of Toxoplasma gondii through feline feces

A significant correlation between human population density, temperature variation, and the prevalence of Toxoplasma gondii shedding in domestic and wild cats

27 Jun 2023

Research shows the efficacy of methionine restriction to reverse old-age-induced obesity

A new research paper was published in Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 15, Issue 11, entitled, "Old-age-induced obesity reversed by a methionine-deficient diet or oral administration of recombinant methioninase-producing Escherichia coli in C57BL/6 mice."

27 Jun 2023

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American Association for Anatomy condemns commercialization of human body donors

New nanoparticle could improve the delivery of mRNA-based vaccines

Multi-faceted device provides rapid hemorrhage management

Preserving the past, protecting the future: targeted DNA enrichment detects zoonotic pathogens in museum specimens

SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccination induces an immune response in the nasal mucosa, study finds

Rising threat: cardiovascular disease on the rise among young adults

A recipe for survival: Mediterranean diet and breast cancer outcomes

Public health concerns as highly pathogenic avian influenza A(H5N1) virus found in cat in France

Chatbot interventions effective in improving physical activity, diet, and sleep

New radionuclide-based agent offers hope for treating a variety of cancers

Pictorial warnings pack a punch: Study finds decrease in parents' purchases of sugary drinks for kids

AI vs. human: Study shows ChatGPT falls short in accuracy and authenticity of scientific abstracts

Study reveals human population density and climate factors drive spread of Toxoplasma gondii through feline feces

Research shows the efficacy of methionine restriction to reverse old-age-induced obesity

Study finds link between blood type and COVID-19 susceptibility

New nanocarriers could revolutionize tuberculosis treatment

Is there an association between muscle-building supplements and DNA damage in resistance training practitioners?

Unprecedented outbreak: deadly avian disease sweeps through wild bird species in China

Are a high-refined carbohydrate diet and the alterations resulting from its intake linked to small intestine changes?

Insights into infant brain development: study shows how sound duration shapes auditory perception

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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