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Graphene breakthrough offers hope against antibiotic-resistant infections

With strong bactericidal properties, graphene has the potential to become a game changer in the fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

24 Sep 2024

Study finds nearly 200 potential breast carcinogens in food contact materials

Research identifies nearly 200 potential breast carcinogens in food contact materials, including plastics and paper, highlighting widespread exposure despite existing regulation.

24 Sep 2024

Neurostimulation target identified for treating PTSD in veterans

A new study led by researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system, suggests that using neurostimulation therapies on a specific brain network could treat post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in veterans.

24 Sep 2024

Internet searches predict ADHD medication prescriptions during COVID-19

In a groundbreaking study published in Brain Medicine (Genomic Press), UCI researchers have uncovered a striking correlation between internet searches for ADHD medications and actual prescription rates during the COVID-19 pandemic.

24 Sep 2024

Ultra-short heart rate variability recordings transform recovery tracking for TBI survivors

For the over 1 million Americans who survive severe traumatic brain injuries each year, the road to recovery is often long and challenging.

24 Sep 2024

Brain connectivity changes after psilocybin treatment in body dysmorphic disorder patients

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a debilitating mental illness characterized by an obsessive preoccupation with perceived flaws in one's physical appearance.

24 Sep 2024

Study links initial symptoms to long-term disability in multiple sclerosis

In a significant advance for multiple sclerosis (MS) research, a new study has uncovered a potential link between certain initial symptoms and long-term disability outcomes.

24 Sep 2024

Johnson & Johnson seeks first approval of nipocalimab to treat broadest population living with antibody positive generalized myasthenia gravis

The BLA submission for nipocalimab marks a significant advancement in treating generalized myasthenia gravis, showing improved MG-ADL scores in clinical trials.

From Johnson & Johnson 24 Sep 2024

New insights into the mechanism of autophagy activation

An international research team led by Osaka University has identified a new mechanism crucial for the initiation of autophagy, a self-degradation process cells use to eliminate unneeded or damaged components.

24 Sep 2024

Family physicians in rural hospitals and their impact on cesarean delivery rates

The U.S. is experiencing a maternal health crisis, particularly in rural areas. This issue is compounded by rising rates of severe maternal morbidity and mortality.

24 Sep 2024

"Not just a phase": Fussy eating is mainly influenced by genes and is a stable trait

This research highlights the genetic basis of food fussiness in children, with over 70% of influence from genes, informing strategies for dietary interventions.

24 Sep 2024

Incidence and risk factors of an invasive fungal lung infection among COVID-19 patients

Study reveals 0.4%-2.7% incidence of COVID-19-associated pulmonary aspergillosis in severe patients, highlighting significant mortality risks and risk factors.

24 Sep 2024

Microbial biomarkers identified in lupus and IBD offer pathways for targeted therapies

Research connects gut microbiota to lupus and IBD, uncovering microbial markers and pathways that could inform targeted therapies for autoimmune disorders.

24 Sep 2024

Extreme temperature deaths expected to surge in US by 2065 due to rising emissions

Severe temperature-related mortality in the US is projected to rise significantly by 2065, necessitating focused interventions for at-risk populations.

24 Sep 2024

Known genes account for most undiagnosed cases of developmental disorders

Scientists have conducted the largest and most diverse study to date on how recessive genetic changes contribute to developmental disorders. They found that most undiagnosed cases that are due to recessive causes are linked to genes we already know about, and suggest a shift in research focus could improve diagnosis rates.

24 Sep 2024

Study reveals how inflammatory immune cells enhance prostate cancer resistance

There is a challenge related to prostate and many other cancers that cancer cells form resistance to treatments as the disease progresses. However, these resistance mechanisms are not yet fully understood.

24 Sep 2024

New roadmap to advance UK’s bioelectronics for healthcare through materials innovation

The Henry Royce Institute has published the Materials for Bioelectronics in Healthcare Strategy and Action Plan a comprehensive report that aims to help future-proof the UK’s bioelectronics for healthcare sector through materials innovation.

24 Sep 2024

Groundbreaking project seeks to illuminate the complexities of Parkinson's

Launching today, Landmark is a groundbreaking three-year research programme that aims to understand Parkinson’s in unprecedented detail. The project brings together Parkinson’s UK, Imperial College London, GSK, Novartis, Roche and UCB for the first time, and has been made possible by a founding gift of £4 million from the Gatsby charitable foundation.

24 Sep 2024

FIRS urges global leaders to combat air pollution and lung disease

Seven million deaths annually are attributed to air pollution-related illnesses like COPD, lung cancer and respiratory infections. The Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS), calls on global leaders to intensify efforts to combat air pollution, a leading cause of lung disease and death worldwide.

24 Sep 2024

New AI approach enhances cardiovascular risk assessment

Risk calculators are used to evaluate disease risk for millions of patients, making their accuracy crucial.

24 Sep 2024

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Graphene breakthrough offers hope against antibiotic-resistant infections

Study finds nearly 200 potential breast carcinogens in food contact materials

Neurostimulation target identified for treating PTSD in veterans

Internet searches predict ADHD medication prescriptions during COVID-19

Ultra-short heart rate variability recordings transform recovery tracking for TBI survivors

Brain connectivity changes after psilocybin treatment in body dysmorphic disorder patients

Study links initial symptoms to long-term disability in multiple sclerosis

Johnson & Johnson seeks first approval of nipocalimab to treat broadest population living with antibody positive generalized myasthenia gravis

New insights into the mechanism of autophagy activation

Family physicians in rural hospitals and their impact on cesarean delivery rates

"Not just a phase": Fussy eating is mainly influenced by genes and is a stable trait

Incidence and risk factors of an invasive fungal lung infection among COVID-19 patients

Microbial biomarkers identified in lupus and IBD offer pathways for targeted therapies

Extreme temperature deaths expected to surge in US by 2065 due to rising emissions

Known genes account for most undiagnosed cases of developmental disorders

Study reveals how inflammatory immune cells enhance prostate cancer resistance

New roadmap to advance UK’s bioelectronics for healthcare through materials innovation

Groundbreaking project seeks to illuminate the complexities of Parkinson's

FIRS urges global leaders to combat air pollution and lung disease

New AI approach enhances cardiovascular risk assessment

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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