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Study shows how Klebsiella pneumoniae suppresses the body's defenses

New research published in Cell Reports has shown how the bacterium Klebsiella pneumoniae suppresses our body's defences, resulting in it being unable to clear infection.

24 Aug 2022

Using the power of CRISPR to engineer better, stronger, longer-lived T cells

T cells used in immunotherapy treatments can get exhausted by the task of fighting cancer cells or get shutdown as they enter tumors.

24 Aug 2022

Optimized human small intestinal organoids can help better study the functioning of small intestines

Researchers from the Organoid group (formerly the Clevers group) have improved human small intestinal organoids – miniature versions of the small intestine.

24 Aug 2022

Experimental, genetically attenuated malaria vaccine warrants further exploration

Findings from a preliminary human study of an experimental, genetically attenuated malaria parasite immunization show this vaccine warrants further exploration.

24 Aug 2022

Physical activity may play a major role in achieving longevity than genetics

Previous research has shown that low physical activity and greater time spent sitting are associated with a higher risk of death. Does risk change if a person is genetically predisposed to live a long life?

24 Aug 2022

Congressman’s wife died after taking herbal remedy marketed for diabetes and weight loss

The wife of a Northern California congressman died late last year after ingesting a plant that is generally considered safe and is used as an herbal remedy for a variety of ailments, including diabetes, obesity, and high cholesterol, KHN has learned.

24 Aug 2022

Teenagers who do not get enough sleep more likely to be overweight or obese

Adolescents who sleep less than eight hours a night are more likely to be overweight or obese compared to their peers with sufficient sleep, according to research presented at ESC Congress 2022.

24 Aug 2022

Researchers discover the vital role of immune cells in liver regeneration

If liver tissue has to be removed due to cancer or another liver disease, the organ usually regenerates quickly, soon becoming fully functional once again.

24 Aug 2022

Researchers identify a potential new therapeutic approach to fight angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma

A type of blood cell cancer called angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma (AITL) can develop as mutations accumulate with age in the stem cells from which the T cells in the blood develop.

24 Aug 2022

Simple blood test can accurately detect Alzheimer's disease in people with Down syndrome

Around 80% of people with Down syndrome develop Alzheimer's disease, often when they are between 40 and 50 years old.

24 Aug 2022

How could SARS-CoV-2 viral infection modulate the immune landscape during the active infection phase and recovery in pregnant females?

Researchers examined immune reflexes towards SARS-CoV-2 infection among pregnant women.

24 Aug 2022

What are the effects of non-nutritive sweeteners on the human gut microbiome?

Researchers evaluated the short-term effects of four non-nutritive sweeteners on the human microbiome, glucose tolerance, and additional health parameters in a randomized-controlled trial encompassing 120 healthy adults.

24 Aug 2022

The safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of a muco-trapping monoclonal antibody delivered by inhalation

Researchers conducted a phase I clinical trial of IN-006, an inhaled monoclonal antibody treatment for COVID-19.

24 Aug 2022

Study finds link between high-density lipoprotein and COVID-19

A new study has highlighted the significance of high-density lipoprotein COVID-19 pathogenesis and outcome.

24 Aug 2022

More daily steps appears to lower risk of diabetes

The current study examines the potential association between daily step counts and diabetes risk.

24 Aug 2022

Non-hospitalized COVID patients show only minor cognitive impairments at long-term follow up

Now, a new study published in the PLOS ONE journal aims to analyze cognitive deficits in non-hospitalized patients 8 to 13 months post-COVID-19.

23 Aug 2022

Glucokinase activator AZD1656 shows potential benefit for diabetics with moderate to severe COVID-19

A new study examines the potential benefit of the glucokinase activator molecule AZD1656 in the ARCADIA trial.

23 Aug 2022

Wyss Institute's DNA nanotechnology-driven SPEAR protein-detection technology licensed to Spear Bio

Today, the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University and Spear Bio, Inc.announced that the Institute's DNA nanotechnology-driven ultrasensitive SPEAR protein-detection technology has been licensed to the newly formed Boston-based startup.

23 Aug 2022

RCSI research provides greater insight into the causes of Long COVID syndrome

New research from RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences has provided greater insight into the causes of Long COVID syndrome.

23 Aug 2022

Study finds a steep rise in type 2 diabetes among children during the COVID-19 pandemic

In a multi-site study of medical records, researchers at Johns Hopkins Children's Center and across the United States say they have documented a steep rise in type 2 diabetes among children during the COVID-19 pandemic.

23 Aug 2022

Blood News and Research

Study shows how Klebsiella pneumoniae suppresses the body's defenses

Using the power of CRISPR to engineer better, stronger, longer-lived T cells

Optimized human small intestinal organoids can help better study the functioning of small intestines

Experimental, genetically attenuated malaria vaccine warrants further exploration

Physical activity may play a major role in achieving longevity than genetics

Congressman’s wife died after taking herbal remedy marketed for diabetes and weight loss

Teenagers who do not get enough sleep more likely to be overweight or obese

Researchers discover the vital role of immune cells in liver regeneration

Researchers identify a potential new therapeutic approach to fight angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma

Simple blood test can accurately detect Alzheimer's disease in people with Down syndrome

How could SARS-CoV-2 viral infection modulate the immune landscape during the active infection phase and recovery in pregnant females?

What are the effects of non-nutritive sweeteners on the human gut microbiome?

The safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of a muco-trapping monoclonal antibody delivered by inhalation

Study finds link between high-density lipoprotein and COVID-19

More daily steps appears to lower risk of diabetes

Non-hospitalized COVID patients show only minor cognitive impairments at long-term follow up

Glucokinase activator AZD1656 shows potential benefit for diabetics with moderate to severe COVID-19

Wyss Institute's DNA nanotechnology-driven SPEAR protein-detection technology licensed to Spear Bio

RCSI research provides greater insight into the causes of Long COVID syndrome

Study finds a steep rise in type 2 diabetes among children during the COVID-19 pandemic

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