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UCSF to lead first long-term study of cancer among Asian Americans

UC San Francisco researchers have received $12.45 million from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to lead the first long-term study of cancer among Asian Americans, a highly diverse yet understudied group.

22 May 2024

100-year-old BCG vaccine protects individuals with type 1 diabetes from infectious diseases

In new research, investigators at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) show that the 100-year-old Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine, originally developed to prevent tuberculosis, protects individuals with type 1 diabetes from severe COVID-19 disease and other infectious diseases.

22 May 2024

Study shows safety of extended HPV testing intervals in cervical cancer screening

The risk of detecting cervical precancer eight years after a negative human papillomavirus (HPV) screening was found to be similar to the risk after three years (the commonly recommended screening interval) after a negative cytology screening.

22 May 2024

Study shows dramatic increase in daily cannabis use in the United States

Many countries around the world are considering revising cannabis policies. A new study by a researcher at Carnegie Mellon University assessed cannabis use in the United States between 1979 and 2022, finding that a growing share of cannabis consumers report daily or near-daily use and that their numbers now exceed those of daily and near-daily alcohol drinkers. T

22 May 2024

Study reveals biological repercussions of UV-C radiation exposure from germicidal lamps

A new research paper was published in Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 16, Issue 9, entitled, "Germicidal lamps using UV-C radiation may pose health safety issues: a biomolecular analysis of their effects on apoptosis and senescence."

22 May 2024

Study reveals endurance exercise's impact on the biological molecules of animals and humans

As part of an ongoing national research effort to better understand how physical activity improves health and prevents disease, seven University of Colorado Department of Medicine faculty members contributed to an article recently published in Nature, an international journal of science.

22 May 2024

Study suggests miR-377 as potential therapeutic target for prostate cancer

A new research paper was published in Genes & Cancer on May 16, 2024, entitled, "Inhibitory effect of miR-377 on the proliferative and invasive behaviors of prostate cancer cells through the modulation of MYC mRNA via its interaction with BCL-2/Bax, PTEN, and CDK4."

22 May 2024

Improved animal model captures full picture of periodontal disease progression

Periodontal disease, represented by periodontitis, is the leading cause of tooth loss and affects close to one in five adults worldwide.

22 May 2024

Single-cell analysis reveals insights into immune responses during xenotransplantation

Surgical teams at NYU Langone Health performed the world's first genetically modified pig kidney transplants into a human body in September and November 2021, and then transplanted two pig hearts in the summer of 2022.

22 May 2024

Biological similarities found between "chemo brain" and brain fog after COVID-19

Brain fog after COVID-19 is biologically similar to cognitive impairment caused by cancer chemotherapy, something doctors often refer to as "chemo brain."

22 May 2024

Lemon verbena extract boosts sleep quality

Researchers explore the utility of lemon verbena in improving the sleep of individuals with poor sleep.

22 May 2024

Refeyn announces appointment of Fiona Coats as Chief Marketing Officer

Refeyn, the company behind pioneering mass photometry technologies, is delighted to announce the appointment of Fiona Coats as Chief Marketing Officer, effective from June, 2024.

From Refeyn 22 May 2024

Inflammatory bowel disease associated with slightly increased risk of heart failure

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is associated with a slightly increased risk of heart failure up to 20 years after diagnosis, according to a comprehensive registry study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden published in the European Heart Journal.

22 May 2024

WHO report highlights rising STI rates and insufficient progress in HIV and hepatitis control

Global HIV, viral hepatitis epidemics and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) continue to pose significant public health challenges, causing 2.5 million deaths each year, according to a new WHO report - Implementing the global health sector strategies on HIV, viral hepatitis and sexually transmitted infections, 2022–2030.

22 May 2024

CYTENA unveils revolutionary C.WASH PLUS: The future of microplate washing and dispensing

CYTENA, a BICO company, proudly announces the launch of C.WASH PLUS, a cutting-edge microplate washer and dispenser. Engineered for high throughput and automation, the C.WASH PLUS delivers unparalleled consistency and precise dispensing for immune and cell-based assays.

From CYTENA GmbH 22 May 2024

Medical News

UCSF to lead first long-term study of cancer among Asian Americans

100-year-old BCG vaccine protects individuals with type 1 diabetes from infectious diseases

Study shows safety of extended HPV testing intervals in cervical cancer screening

Study shows dramatic increase in daily cannabis use in the United States

Study reveals biological repercussions of UV-C radiation exposure from germicidal lamps

Study reveals endurance exercise's impact on the biological molecules of animals and humans

Study suggests miR-377 as potential therapeutic target for prostate cancer

Improved animal model captures full picture of periodontal disease progression

Single-cell analysis reveals insights into immune responses during xenotransplantation

Biological similarities found between "chemo brain" and brain fog after COVID-19

Lemon verbena extract boosts sleep quality

Refeyn announces appointment of Fiona Coats as Chief Marketing Officer

Inflammatory bowel disease associated with slightly increased risk of heart failure

WHO report highlights rising STI rates and insufficient progress in HIV and hepatitis control

CYTENA unveils revolutionary C.WASH PLUS: The future of microplate washing and dispensing

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