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World's first human mini-brain with a fully functional blood-brain barrier developed

In a pioneering achievement, a research team led by experts at Cincinnati Children's have developed the world's first human mini-brain that incorporates a fully functional blood-brain barrier (BBB).

20 May 2024

Transportation of cancer nanomedicines into solid tumors

A new study conducted by the Wilhelm Lab at the University of Oklahoma examines a promising development in biomedical nanoengineering.

20 May 2024

Study reveals the impact of decreased child mortality on maternal longevity

The dramatic decline in childhood mortality during the 20th century has added a full year to women's lives, according to a new study.

20 May 2024

From research to practice: Closing the divide in obesity management

As research continues to produce evidence about the underlying causes of obesity and optimal strategies to treat and manage obesity have evolved, there are disparities in application of the latest scientific advances in the clinical care that people with obesity receive.

20 May 2024

New Health Blueprint for Southwest Virginia highlights grave health challenges

A sweeping new Health Blueprint for Southwest Virginia highlights the grave health challenges that grip the rural region but also proposes solutions to help residents live longer, healthier lives.

20 May 2024

Study identifies PI3K-beta as key target in overcoming chemotherapy resistance in glioblastoma

For many patients with a deadly type of brain cancer called glioblastoma, chemotherapy resistance is a big problem.

20 May 2024

SIDBI trial: No benefit of iron supplements for breastfed infants' development

The American Pediatric Association recommends iron supplements to all healthy infants who breastfeed longer than 4 months, while its European counterpart, Society of Gastroenterology, Hepataology and Nutrition, does not recommend it.

20 May 2024

Enhanced tumor treatment using antibody-loaded extracellular vesicles

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have succeeded in delivering targeted cancer treatment via small membrane bubbles that our cells use to communicate.

20 May 2024

Higher fluoride levels in pregnant women tied to children's neurobehavioral problems

Higher fluoride levels in pregnant women are linked to increased odds of their children exhibiting neurobehavioral problems at age 3, according to a new study led by a University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions researcher.

20 May 2024

Inherited iron defects uncovered in endemic Indian population

Although iron deficiency anemia is the most prevalent form of anemia globally, it may be underdiagnosed due to lack of awareness or methodical screening.

20 May 2024

New mechanism discovered for Chagas disease-induced heart damage

Jyothi Nagajyothi, Ph.D. and her laboratory at the Hackensack Meridian Center for Discovery and Innovation (CDI) have identified what may be the main mechanism for how chronic Chagas Disease, a parasitic infection affecting millions of people worldwide, can cause irreversible and potentially fatal heart damage.

20 May 2024

Disabling survival pathways could be a promising strategy for brain tumor treatment

When you disable the brakes on a race car, it quickly crashes. Dr. Barak Rotblat wants to do something similar to brain cancer cells.

20 May 2024

Internet-based CBT effectively reduces depression and insomnia, study shows

A new study at Hebrew University examined the effects of guided internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy for depression, focusing on the therapeutic alliance and attachment styles.

20 May 2024

Columbia researchers link ferroptosis to COVID-19 lung disease

In some severe cases of COVID-19, the lungs undergo extreme damage, resulting in a range of life-threatening conditions like pneumonia, inflammation, and acute respiratory distress syndrome.

20 May 2024

Intracellular protein delivery with HyNT stamp system: A leap forward in cancer therapy

The intracellular delivery of proteins is an important technique for unveiling the cellular functions, protein complex structure, and therapeutics. However, the conventional delivery methods have several limitations.

20 May 2024

Parents struggle to monitor teens' caffeine intake, national poll reveals

A quarter of parents report that caffeine is basically part of their teen's daily life, according to a national poll.

20 May 2024

Gallbladder cancer incidence declines overall but increases among Black Americans

Gallbladder cancer rates have been stable or declining for most Americans over the last two decades, but cases have steadily risen among Blacks, with growing numbers not being diagnosed until later stages, according to a study scheduled for presentation at Digestive Disease Week 2024.

20 May 2024

UEA researchers develop novel resin for 3D printing intraocular devices

University of East Anglia researchers have made a significant breakthrough in ocular device technology with the introduction of a novel resin for 3D printing intraocular devices.

20 May 2024

LVRNA009 mRNA vaccine shows long-term efficacy against SARS-CoV-2 variants

Announcing a new article publication for Zoonoses journal. The global coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic was caused by SARS-CoV-2.

20 May 2024

Breakthrough study shows benefits of diagnosing hidden respiratory diseases

Finding and treating people with undiagnosed asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) improved their health and reduced their healthcare visits for respiratory symptoms in the year after diagnosis, according to a world-first clinical trial published in the New England Journal of Medicine.

20 May 2024