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Researchers discover a key role played by ch-TOG protein in the initiation of microtubule assembly

Microtubules are cellular fibres that are part of the skeleton of the cell, termed cytoskeleton. They ensure that cells maintain their shape, carry out their functions, and divide.

27 Jan 2023

AI tool promises to accelerate the development of gene therapies on a large scale

An artificial intelligence (AI) program may enable the first simple production of customizable proteins called zinc fingers to treat diseases by turning genes on and off.

26 Jan 2023

Study reveals why hypoglycemic episodes worsen diabetic retinopathy

People with diabetes who experience periods of low blood sugar — a common occurrence in those new to blood sugar management — are more likely to have worsening diabetic eye disease.

26 Jan 2023

Lifelong marriage may lower the risk of developing dementia in old age

If you are married continuously for many years in mid-life, you have a lower risk of developing dementia in old age. This has been confirmed by a recently published study based on data from HUNT Study health surveys in Nord-Trøndelag.

26 Jan 2023

Study shows improved host health by modulating intestinal microbiota

Researchers presented intestinal microbiota modulation as a probable therapeutic option for diseases such as Crohn’s disease (CD).

26 Jan 2023

Research evaluates neonatal outcomes of pregnancies complicated by maternal obesity

A recent study discusses the association of maternal body mass index in pregnancy with neonatal outcomes.

25 Jan 2023

Altered amino acid metabolism could contribute to diabetes-associated peripheral neuropathy

Approximately half of people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes experience peripheral neuropathy-;weakness, numbness, and pain, primarily in the hands and feet.

25 Jan 2023

Genetically increasing omega-3 fatty acid production improves glucose balance in obese mice

A new study from researchers at Laval University in Quebec, Canada, shows that genetically increasing omega-3 fatty acid production, without direct gut microbiota contact, improves the balance of insulin and glucagon (glucose balance) in obese mice.

25 Jan 2023

Few simple adjustments to your daily diet can help reduce heart disease risk

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women, with half of all Americans (47%) qualifying for at least one of the three key risk factors (high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking cigarettes).

25 Jan 2023

Study finds link between self-stigma and glycated hemoglobin in people with type 1 diabetes

Individuals with chronic medical conditions may experience self-stigma, or negative beliefs, emotional reactions, and behaviors towards themselves as a result of their illness.

25 Jan 2023

Deaf patients break barriers by co-designing their own care with University of Utah Health

Navigating health care is hard enough when English is your first language-;imagine the difficulty when American Sign is your first language.

25 Jan 2023

Single drop of blood can be used to measure thousands of molecules

Researchers at Stanford Medicine have shown they can measure thousands of molecules — some of which are signals of health — from a single drop of blood.

25 Jan 2023

Artificial light affects glucose metabolism

Researchers assess the hypothalamus as a possible mediator of the effect of light on metabolism.

24 Jan 2023

Study explores how different clusters of cardiometabolic conditions increase dementia risk in older adults

People in the United States and England who have multiple cardiometabolic conditions such as diabetes and high systolic blood pressure are more likely to develop dementia than their peers who are relatively healthy, according to new research from the University of Surrey.

24 Jan 2023

Proximity to residential green space linked with higher birth weight

There is scientific evidence that maternal exposure to natural environments supports healthy fetal growth. However, study results up to date had been heterogeneous across regions and there is very little research on the effects of blue spaces such as rivers, the sea or lakes.

24 Jan 2023

Midriff bulge linked to heightened risk of physical frailty in older age

Carrying far too much weight, including a midriff bulge, from mid-life onwards, is linked to a heightened risk of physical frailty in older age, finds research published in the open access journal BMJ Open.

24 Jan 2023

New study evaluates the safety profile of the BNT162b2 vaccine in New Zealand

Researchers determined the association between adverse events of special interest (AESIs) following BNT162b2 vaccination, a coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine based on the messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) technology.

24 Jan 2023

Transcriptomic analysis of placental tissue aids in understanding the pathogenic mechanisms of SARS-CoV-2 in pregnancy at the cellular level

Researchers explored the pathogenic mechanisms of SARS-CoV-2 in pregnancy using digital spatial profiling of placental tissue.

24 Jan 2023

Nova Biomedical Launches CE-Marked Nova Max Pro Creatinine/eGFR Meter for Kidney Function Screening

Nova Biomedical announces the launch of the Nova Max Pro Creatinine/eGFR Meter System in all CE countries. Nova Max Pro is an important new tool to improve kidney care through kidney function screening and early detection of kidney disease in point-of-care settings

From Nova Biomedical 24 Jan 2023

Exercising with others offers greater benefits to older people

Exercise is beneficial in obvious ways like getting a leaner and stronger body, yet its benefits can also improve the brain, including in older adults.

24 Jan 2023

Diabetes News and Research

Latest Diabetes News and Research

Researchers discover a key role played by ch-TOG protein in the initiation of microtubule assembly

AI tool promises to accelerate the development of gene therapies on a large scale

Study reveals why hypoglycemic episodes worsen diabetic retinopathy

Lifelong marriage may lower the risk of developing dementia in old age

Study shows improved host health by modulating intestinal microbiota

Research evaluates neonatal outcomes of pregnancies complicated by maternal obesity

Altered amino acid metabolism could contribute to diabetes-associated peripheral neuropathy

Genetically increasing omega-3 fatty acid production improves glucose balance in obese mice

Few simple adjustments to your daily diet can help reduce heart disease risk

Study finds link between self-stigma and glycated hemoglobin in people with type 1 diabetes

Deaf patients break barriers by co-designing their own care with University of Utah Health

Single drop of blood can be used to measure thousands of molecules

Artificial light affects glucose metabolism

Study explores how different clusters of cardiometabolic conditions increase dementia risk in older adults

Proximity to residential green space linked with higher birth weight

Midriff bulge linked to heightened risk of physical frailty in older age

New study evaluates the safety profile of the BNT162b2 vaccine in New Zealand

Transcriptomic analysis of placental tissue aids in understanding the pathogenic mechanisms of SARS-CoV-2 in pregnancy at the cellular level

Nova Biomedical Launches CE-Marked Nova Max Pro Creatinine/eGFR Meter for Kidney Function Screening

Exercising with others offers greater benefits to older people

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Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

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Diabetes News and Research

Latest Diabetes News and Research

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