Australian scientists have made a significant breakthrough in cancer research by establishing a novel gene-editing tool that has the potential to revolutionize how we model and interrogate human diseases. A…
New Method Detects Fake Vaccines Without Opening the Vial
Researchers from the University of Oxford, in collaboration with the Serum Institute of India and other partners, have made a breakthrough in the fight against falsified vaccines, developing a novel…
Two Brain Networks, One System
Investigators have made an intriguing discovery that challenges long-held views about the human brain’s network architecture. A study led by Rodrigo Braga, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Ken and Ruth…
Broadly Neutralizing Antibody Protects Monkeys from Severe H5N1 Avian Influenza
In a groundbreaking study published in Science, researchers from the University of Pittsburgh and the NIH Vaccine Research Center have reported that a broadly neutralizing antibody can protect monkeys from…
Mapping the Genetic Landscape of Intelligence
A groundbreaking study led by Guillaume Huguet and Thomas Renne, graduate students at the Université de Montréal (UdeM), under the guidance of medical geneticist Sébastien Jacquemont, is reshaping the understanding…
Nef Protein Enables Persistent Allogeneic CAR T Cell Therapy in Cancer
CAR T cell therapy has emerged as one of the most promising new cancer treatments in recent years, offering hope for patients battling certain types of cancer, particularly those with…
Gliomas: Unraveling the Mystery of Brain Tumor-Induced Seizures
A collaborative study led by Dr. Peter Canoll’s lab at Columbia University, in partnership with the Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Zuckerman Institute, Irving Institute for Cancer Dynamics, and other…
Carnivore Diet Leads to “Yellow Skin” in Man
A trio of cardiologists has reported a unique case of an adult man developing yellowish nodules on his hands, feet, and elbows after adopting the increasingly popular carnivore diet. The…
New Drug Colforsin Daropate Shrinks Tumors and Inhibits Growth in High-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer remains one of the deadliest gynecologic malignancies worldwide, with over 300,000 new cases and 200,000 deaths annually, according to data from the World Health Organization. Among the various…
β-Glucans: Modulating Immune Responses and Suppressing Allergic Reactions
A recent study conducted by a research team from the Paul-Ehrlich-Institut has delved into the immunomodulatory properties of β-glucans, natural sugar compounds found in various organisms such as bacteria, fungi,…
New Test Predicts Lung Cancer Treatment Response
A groundbreaking study from Moffitt Cancer Center could significantly enhance the way doctors predict how patients with a specific type of lung cancer will respond to new therapies. The research,…
Early Side Effects Predict Severe Long-Term Risks After Prostate Radiation
Men undergoing radiation therapy for prostate cancer who experience early side effects may face a significantly higher risk of developing severe long-term urinary and bowel complications, according to a new…
Prevalence and Impact of Perinatal Arterial Ischemic Stroke in Infants with Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy
Brain injuries are among the leading causes of death and long-term disability in infants, with neonatal hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) and perinatal arterial ischemic stroke (PAIS) being two of the most…
The Role of c-Rel in TLR7-Mediated Psoriasis Inflammation
Psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Known for causing red, scaly patches of skin, it can be both physically painful and emotionally distressing.…
Immune System’s Secret Weapon Discovered
Prolonged illnesses like cancer and chronic infections often lead to a devastating phenomenon: immune exhaustion. The body’s immune system, particularly the T cells that are its frontline defenders, becomes unable…
Study Identifies Gut Microbiome Metabolites as Predictors of Diabetes Risk in Sugary Drink Consumers
It’s widely accepted that consuming sugary drinks contributes to the increasing risk of type 2 diabetes, but until recently, the underlying mechanisms driving this association remained somewhat elusive. Now, a…
The Noise That Builds Memories
In the world of neuroscience, random noise—like the background chatter during a phone call—is often viewed as an unwelcome distraction. It’s the static that disrupts communication, interferes with clarity, and…
Regulatory T Cells Drive Thymus Regeneration After Damage
A team of international researchers, led by scientists at City of Hope, has unveiled a groundbreaking way to regenerate and repair the thymus gland after damage, a discovery that could…
Scientists Develop a Novel Asparaginase with Enhanced Safety and Efficacy for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Scientists at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) have developed an innovative redesign of a treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), the most common blood cancer in children. This groundbreaking…
Study Challenges Conventional Wisdom on Alcohol Use in Individuals with Depression and AUD
A groundbreaking study from the University of Chicago Medicine is challenging long-standing beliefs about the relationship between alcohol use disorder (AUD), depression, and the pleasure people experience when drinking. The…