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Study uncovers novel molecular mechanism of immune cell migration

In a new study, researchers from Osaka University discovered a novel molecular mechanism by which immune cells migrate to fight off infections. These findings may help in understanding the development of certain immune deficiency disorders and establish novel therapies against them.

7 Jun 2021

Natural products show promise against COVID-19 via iron chelation

Researchers at the University of Catania in Italy investigated whether natural compounds could prevent disease progression. Their study published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine found that iron chelators and protease inhibitors can counteract SARS-CoV-2 infection.

7 Jun 2021

Healthy habits of pregnancy – latest science show maternal habits affect pregnancy success

Four new studies investigating the effects of supplements, eating habits and physical activity and how they can affect various aspects of health during pregnancy are being presented at NUTRITION 2021 LIVE ONLINE.

7 Jun 2021

Study explores therapeutic potential of exploiting autophagy cascade against COVID-19

Researchers recently reviewed current knowledge on links between autophagy and coronaviruses and how this knowledge can be used to repurpose autophagy modulators as potential treatment options for COVID-19. The review is published in the journal Frontiers in Microbiology.

7 Jun 2021

Metformin potently inhibits SARS-CoV-2-induced cytokine release in monocytes

An interesting new bioRxiv* preprint reports the suppression of monocyte glycolysis and cytokine production when exposed to the virus, following pretreatment with the commonly used drug, metformin.

6 Jun 2021

Increasing a protein concentrated in brown fat may lower diabetes risk

Increasing a protein concentrated in brown fat appears to lower blood sugar, promote insulin sensitivity, and protect against fatty liver disease by remodeling white fat to a healthier state, a new study led by UT Southwestern scientists suggests.

5 Jun 2021

Eating at least two servings of fruit per day reduces diabetes risk by 36%

Researchers at Edith Cowan University revealed that people who consumed at least two servings of fruit per day had higher measures of insulin sensitivity than those who ate less than a half serving. The study, published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, showed that a healthy diet including whole fruits, but not fruit juice, may play a role in mitigating type 2 diabetes risk.

4 Jun 2021

Researchers identify a novel link between aging, metabolism and anti-cancer T-cell function

MUSC Hollings Cancer Center researchers are finding solutions to the aging-related changes that reduce anti-cancer immunity. Besim Ogretmen, Ph.D., and colleagues found a novel link between aging, metabolism and anti-cancer T-cell function. Their work, published in Cell Reports, sheds light on an important pathway that cannot be ignored during cancer treatment.

4 Jun 2021

NIH study identifies promising oral antiviral treatment for COVID-19

The experimental drug TEMPOL may be a promising oral antiviral treatment for COVID-19, suggests a study of cell cultures by researchers at the National Institutes of Health.

3 Jun 2021

Patients with obesity at greater risk of developing long-term complications of COVID-19

A Cleveland Clinic study shows that survivors of COVID-19 who have moderate or severe obesity may have a greater risk of experiencing long-term consequences of the disease, compared with patients who do not have obesity.

3 Jun 2021

Gut-brain communication by distinct nerve cells differently controls satiety and blood sugar levels

The gut and the brain communicate with each other in order to adapt satiety and blood sugar levels during food consumption.

2 Jun 2021

NIH-supported study aims to improve gestational diabetes screening and diagnosis

A new study supported by the National Institutes of Health aims to improve gestational diabetes screening and diagnosis by better understanding blood glucose levels throughout pregnancy.

2 Jun 2021

Eating two serves of fruit daily linked with lower type 2 diabetes risk

Eating at least two serves of fruit daily has been linked with 36 percent lower odds of developing type 2 diabetes, a new Edith Cowan University study has found.

2 Jun 2021

Study: People who eat 2 servings of fruit per day have 36% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes

A new study finds people who consume two servings of fruit per day have 36 percent lower odds of developing type 2 diabetes than those who consume less than half a serving. The research was published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.

2 Jun 2021

Natural Killer cells acts as a potential target of immunotherapy, shows study

Despite a name straight from a Tarantino movie, natural killer (NK) cells are your allies when it comes to fighting infections and cancer.

2 Jun 2021

Mice study shows life expectancy can be increased by an average of 30%

Aging is associated with an overall decline in health and increased frailty, and is a major risk factor for multiple chronic diseases.

1 Jun 2021

Scientists use an original approach to resolve the 3D structure of flaviviruses

In a recent study, Australian scientists used an original approach to resolve the 3D structure of flaviviruses with an unprecedented level of detail, identifying small molecules known as 'pocket factors' as new therapeutic targets.

1 Jun 2021

New initiative to reduce treatment delays for patients with rare diseases

The Treatabolome project is a research initiative to develop a freely available, interoperable online platform dedicated to disseminating rare disease and gene-specific treatment information to healthcare professionals regardless of their level of specialized expertise.

1 Jun 2021

FDA seeks $6.5 billion for investments in core food safety, critical public health infrastructure

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is requesting a total budget of $6.5 billion as part of the President's fiscal year (FY) 2022 budget - a nearly 8% ($477 million) increase over the agency's FY 2021 funding level for investments in critical public health infrastructure, core food safety and medical product safety programs and other vital public health programs.

29 May 2021

DFG establishes new collaborative research centers to promote world-class research at universities

The Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG, German Research Foundation) is establishing eleven new Collaborative Research Centers (CRC) to promote world-class research at universities. This was announced by the relevant Grants Committee, which met by video conference due to the coronavirus pandemic.

29 May 2021

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Latest Metabolism News and Research

Study uncovers novel molecular mechanism of immune cell migration

Natural products show promise against COVID-19 via iron chelation

Healthy habits of pregnancy – latest science show maternal habits affect pregnancy success

Study explores therapeutic potential of exploiting autophagy cascade against COVID-19

Metformin potently inhibits SARS-CoV-2-induced cytokine release in monocytes

Increasing a protein concentrated in brown fat may lower diabetes risk

Eating at least two servings of fruit per day reduces diabetes risk by 36%

Researchers identify a novel link between aging, metabolism and anti-cancer T-cell function

NIH study identifies promising oral antiviral treatment for COVID-19

Patients with obesity at greater risk of developing long-term complications of COVID-19

Gut-brain communication by distinct nerve cells differently controls satiety and blood sugar levels

NIH-supported study aims to improve gestational diabetes screening and diagnosis

Eating two serves of fruit daily linked with lower type 2 diabetes risk

Study: People who eat 2 servings of fruit per day have 36% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes

Natural Killer cells acts as a potential target of immunotherapy, shows study

Mice study shows life expectancy can be increased by an average of 30%

Scientists use an original approach to resolve the 3D structure of flaviviruses

New initiative to reduce treatment delays for patients with rare diseases

FDA seeks $6.5 billion for investments in core food safety, critical public health infrastructure

DFG establishes new collaborative research centers to promote world-class research at universities

A World First: sequencing polyclonal antibodies using only proteomics

The importance of social distancing for COVID-19 recovery in the US

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