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Looking at pictures of food on the internet can make you feel full

The internet is overflowing with pictures of food: On news sites, social media and banner ads that pop up everywhere.

23 May 2023

Scientists to discuss the latest cancer therapies, advances in PSMA PET scans and many more at ASCO

Physicians and scientists from the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center will discuss the latest research and clinical trial results on combination therapies for breast cancer, a potential new treatment for patients with recurrent glioma, and advances in PSMA PET guided radiotherapy for patients with prostate cancer, among other topics, at the American Society of Clinical Oncology's annual meeting.

23 May 2023

Scientists unveil a metabolic Achilles' heel in pancreatic cancer

Research unveils the significance of uridine as a metabolic fuel in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDA) cells under glucose-deprived conditions. Uridine utilization, mediated by uridine phosphorylase 1 (UPP1), supports redox balance, survival, and proliferation in PDA, highlighting its potential as a novel therapeutic target in the treatment of this resistant cancer.

23 May 2023

Modified version of anti-nausea drug can enter into cells and provide long-lasting pain relief

Altering the chemical properties of an anti-nausea drug enables it to enter an interior compartment of the cell and provide long-lasting pain relief, according to a new study led by researchers at NYU College of Dentistry's Pain Research Center.

22 May 2023

Metabolic sensors may play a role in the development of Alzheimer's disease, study suggests

It's well-known that people with Type 2 diabetes are at an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, but the reason why isn't fully understood and is an area of current research.

22 May 2023

Unpacking negative body talk: Fat talk holds stronger impact on mental health, while old talk still raises concerns

Research investigates the impact of "old talk" (negative age-related body talk) on mental health and quality of life, highlighting its limited exploration compared to "fat talk." The study examines the contribution of old talk and fat talk to negative outcomes, considering their correlation and interaction with age.

22 May 2023

Cannabis users' cognitive abilities compared: Flower vs. concentrate - surprising findings revealed!

Study compares the cognitive test performance of chronic cannabis flower users, concentrate users, and non-users, revealing that both flower and concentrate users exhibit poorer performance in certain cognitive tasks compared to non-users. However, there were no significant differences in cognitive test results between flower and concentrate users, suggesting similar cognitive impacts under sober conditions.

22 May 2023

Identifying risk biomarkers for a serious side effect of stem cell transplants

Doctors are one step closer to having a risk biomarker to alert them to which of their pediatric stem cell transplant patients are likely to experience a potentially deadly side effect called sinusoidal obstruction syndrome (SOS).

22 May 2023

Researchers identify brain signatures for chronic pain in a small group of individuals

For the first time, researchers have recorded pain-related data from inside the brain of individuals with chronic pain disorders caused by stroke or amputation (phantom limb pain).

22 May 2023

Surviving without glucose: uridine-derived ribose as an alternative energy source

Researchers attempted to identify new genes and molecular pathways that might supply energy when the availability of glucose or other nutrients is limited.

22 May 2023

Study shows the potential of TAp63 as a new therapeutic target for rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease characterized by joint deterioration. The clinical outcomes of patients with active RA can be improved using anti-rheumatic medications, such as methotrexate (MTX).

22 May 2023

Real-world assessment of JYNNEOS vaccine effectiveness during the 2022 mpox outbreak in the US

A recent study published in Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report estimated the efficacy of the JYNNEOS vaccine against mpox.

22 May 2023

Regular exercise may reduce bleeding in individuals with intracerebral hemorrhage

Regular physical activity and exercise may reduce bleeding in individuals with intracerebral hemorrhage, a University of Gothenburg study shows.

22 May 2023

Blood vessel abnormalities in the eye could drive Alzheimer's disease

Blood vessel abnormalities in the eye are a major factor in the progression of Alzheimer's disease, according to research from Cedars-Sinai investigators published in the peer-reviewed journal Alzheimer's & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer's Association.

22 May 2023

People with higher long-term hair glucocorticoid levels more likely to develop heart, circulatory diseases

New research being presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO) in Dublin, Ireland (17-20 May) suggests that glucocorticoid levels (a class of steroid hormones secreted as a response to stress) present in the hair of individuals may indicate which of them are more likely to suffer from cardiovascular diseases (CVD) in the future.

22 May 2023

Short film captures the journey of Wild Sea Women

Short film captures journey of students and cold-water swimmers collaborating on research project - first time cold water exposure has been tested in saliva samples.

22 May 2023

Brain’s primary auditory cortex favors positive vocalizations coming from the left side

Researchers have shown that the brain’s primary auditory cortex is more responsive to human vocalizations associated with positive emotions and coming from our left side than to any other kind of sounds.

21 May 2023

Cross-reactivity between Epstein-Barr virus and protein in multiple sclerosis sheds light on disease development

Research uncovers the association between multiple sclerosis (MS) and antibody reactivity to specific amino acids in CRYAB, along with the increased risk when combined with high EBNA1 responses. The study provides evidence of antibody and T cell cross-reactivity between EBNA1 and CRYAB, highlighting the role of EBV adaptive immune responses in MS development.

21 May 2023

Unraveling the origins of humanity: New research challenges single-origin theory

Researchers explore the complex demographic history of Homo sapiens in Africa, revealing a reticulated population structure dating back to Marine Isotope Stage 5. The study challenges previous assumptions about archaic hominin contributions and emphasizes the significance of employing diverse models for robust inferences about ancient human history.

21 May 2023

Synthetic delivery vector STxB induces mucosal immunity against viral antigens

Research describes the development of a synthetic delivery vector called STxB for mucosal vaccination. It induces mucosal immunity, including resident memory CD8+ T cells and IgA antibodies, against antigens derived from mucosal viruses when administered intranasally in mice.

21 May 2023

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Looking at pictures of food on the internet can make you feel full

Scientists to discuss the latest cancer therapies, advances in PSMA PET scans and many more at ASCO

Scientists unveil a metabolic Achilles' heel in pancreatic cancer

Modified version of anti-nausea drug can enter into cells and provide long-lasting pain relief

Metabolic sensors may play a role in the development of Alzheimer's disease, study suggests

Unpacking negative body talk: Fat talk holds stronger impact on mental health, while old talk still raises concerns

Cannabis users' cognitive abilities compared: Flower vs. concentrate - surprising findings revealed!

Identifying risk biomarkers for a serious side effect of stem cell transplants

Researchers identify brain signatures for chronic pain in a small group of individuals

Surviving without glucose: uridine-derived ribose as an alternative energy source

Study shows the potential of TAp63 as a new therapeutic target for rheumatoid arthritis

Real-world assessment of JYNNEOS vaccine effectiveness during the 2022 mpox outbreak in the US

Regular exercise may reduce bleeding in individuals with intracerebral hemorrhage

Blood vessel abnormalities in the eye could drive Alzheimer's disease

People with higher long-term hair glucocorticoid levels more likely to develop heart, circulatory diseases

Short film captures the journey of Wild Sea Women

Brain’s primary auditory cortex favors positive vocalizations coming from the left side

Cross-reactivity between Epstein-Barr virus and protein in multiple sclerosis sheds light on disease development

Unraveling the origins of humanity: New research challenges single-origin theory

Synthetic delivery vector STxB induces mucosal immunity against viral antigens

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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