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Pioneering Visions: Michael Stryker's Contributions to Understanding the Visual Cortex

In this interview conducted at the Society for Neuroscience's Neuroscience 2023, we explore the fascinating world of neuroscience with Professor Michael Stryker, a leading expert with over four decades of groundbreaking research.

6 Dec 2023

Study links elevated BMI to weaker immune response post-SARS-CoV-2 infection

Researchers evaluated the impact of BMI elevation on humoral immunity levels against SARS-CoV-2.

6 Dec 2023

Are there racial and ethnic disparities in the use of novel hormonal therapy agents in men with advanced prostate cancer?

Researchers assessed ethnic and racial differences in novel hormonal therapy (NHT) use among advanced prostate cancer (PCa) patients.

6 Dec 2023

'GREAT PLEA' system proposed for responsible use of generative AI in healthcare

A study in NPJ Digital Medicine reviews ethical guidelines for AI in military and healthcare, proposing the "GREAT PLEA" system for ethical AI application in clinical research.

5 Dec 2023

Irregular sleep patterns linked to cognitive decline in older adults, study shows

Study finds that short sleep duration and high variability in sleep patterns are significantly associated with cognitive impairment in older adults, highlighting the importance of consistent sleep for cognitive health.

5 Dec 2023

Sympathetic nervous system and immune interplay: Key to metabolic regulation

A review in Advanced Science explores the interaction between the immune system and the sympathetic nervous system in regulating vital metabolic organs like the pancreas, liver, and adipose tissues. This comprehensive analysis provides insights into the neuroimmune relationships affecting metabolism, offering potential new therapeutic strategies for metabolic diseases.

5 Dec 2023

New genetic links to coronary artery calcification uncovered, offering treatment insights

A study in Nature Cardiovascular Research identifies two new genetic loci associated with coronary artery calcification (CAC), a key indicator of atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease.

5 Dec 2023

Early tonsil and adenoids removal improves sleep quality and behavior in children

The surgery did not improve the children's neurodevelopmental functioning but was associated with improved quality of life, sleep symptoms, and blood pressure 12-months post-surgery according to a randomized control trial led by researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital and the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute.

5 Dec 2023

Mediterranean diet linked to improved sperm quality

A study in the journal Nutrients finds that adherence to the Mediterranean diet positively correlates with improved sperm parameters in men. This observational cross-sectional study, involving 300 non-obese males, revealed that higher adherence to the diet is associated with better sperm motility, morphology, viability, and count, suggesting that diet can be a crucial factor in male fertility.

5 Dec 2023

Study challenges link between proton pump inhibitors and kidney disease risk

A study in Scientific Reports investigates the association between proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and histamine-2 receptor antagonists (H2RA) use on chronic kidney disease (CKD) risk.

5 Dec 2023

Early menstruation linked to higher risk of diabetes and stroke in women

Starting menstrual cycles at a young age - before the age of 13 - is linked to a heightened risk of developing type 2 diabetes in mid-life, finds US research published online in the open access journal BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health.

5 Dec 2023

Revolutionary self-folding nanoscale MRI agent sharpens cancer imaging

Study introduces a novel self-folding nanoscale contrast agent for MRI, enhancing tumor visualization with lower gadolinium loads and reduced risk of adverse effects.

5 Dec 2023

Link between gut dysbiosis and chronic diseases explored in new study

Study explores the ecological causes of gut dysbiosis and its link to human diseases, revealing how imbalances in gut microbiota composition, influenced by host-derived factors like oxygen and nitrate, contribute to various chronic conditions.

5 Dec 2023

New consensus report highlights progress and potential of precision medicine in diabetes

A new international consensus report on precision medicine in diabetes prevention and care highlights the significant advancements in precision medicine in diabetes prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis while also shedding light on numerous knowledge gaps.

5 Dec 2023

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Pioneering Visions: Michael Stryker's Contributions to Understanding the Visual Cortex

Study links elevated BMI to weaker immune response post-SARS-CoV-2 infection

Are there racial and ethnic disparities in the use of novel hormonal therapy agents in men with advanced prostate cancer?

'GREAT PLEA' system proposed for responsible use of generative AI in healthcare

Irregular sleep patterns linked to cognitive decline in older adults, study shows

Sympathetic nervous system and immune interplay: Key to metabolic regulation

New genetic links to coronary artery calcification uncovered, offering treatment insights

Early tonsil and adenoids removal improves sleep quality and behavior in children

Mediterranean diet linked to improved sperm quality

Study challenges link between proton pump inhibitors and kidney disease risk

Early menstruation linked to higher risk of diabetes and stroke in women

Revolutionary self-folding nanoscale MRI agent sharpens cancer imaging

Link between gut dysbiosis and chronic diseases explored in new study

New consensus report highlights progress and potential of precision medicine in diabetes

Study identifies genetic indicators to predict the decline of cognitive abilities

UofL receives two federal grants to help increase Kentuckians' access to health care

New biomarker for inflammatory bowel disease identified through reverse metabolomics

Study: 90% of pregnant women lack key vitamins necessary for healthy pregnancies and infant wellbeing

Transplantation of older organs may accelerate aging in younger people

New mechanism revealed for how group A Streptococcus infection reduces type 1 diabetes risk

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

PhD researcher at LifeArc

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