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$5.5 million federal grant funds research to improve measurement of FXTAS treatments

UC Davis Health Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences David Hessl will help lead a major research project to develop better ways to measure treatments for fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome (FXTAS).

31 Jul 2025

T cell senescence shapes cancer prognosis and immunotherapy response

T cell senescence occurs in the TME, affecting cancer prognosis and immunotherapy efficacy. The TME induces T cell senescence through multiple pathways, including persistent stimulation by tumor-associated antigens, metabolic pathway alterations, activation of chronic inflammatory responses, proliferation of immunosuppressive cells, and T cell damage caused by tumor radiotherapy and chemotherapy.

31 Jul 2025

Cancer-associated fibroblasts exhibit paradoxical effects on immunotherapy

Cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) – critical but enigmatic players in tumors – exhibit "paradoxical" effects on immunotherapy, according to a new review in Clinical and Translational Discovery.

31 Jul 2025

AI uncovers new lipid-lowering effects in existing FDA-approved drugs

In a breakthrough for cardiovascular medicine, researchers have harnessed artificial intelligence to discover unexpected lipid-lowering effects in existing FDA-approved drugs.

31 Jul 2025

Novel eye-tracking metrics can help properly identify concussion-related vision disorders

In a new study led by Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), researchers found that novel eye-tracking metrics can help properly identify concussion-related vision disorders, a common phenomenon among patients with persisting post-concussive symptoms that last more than 28 days after their initial injury.

31 Jul 2025

AI-powered dual-imaging approach enhances skin cancer detection accuracy

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer worldwide, and early detection is key to successful treatment.

31 Jul 2025

Scarred liver tissue creates fertile ground for cancer development

Over 80% of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) – the third-leading cause of cancer deaths globally – emerges from advanced liver fibrosis or cirrhosis. A comprehensive review in Hepatology International synthesizes decades of research to reveal how scarred liver tissue becomes a breeding ground for cancer.

31 Jul 2025

Metformin lowers blood sugar by acting on brain pathways

Although metformin has been the go-to medication to manage type 2 diabetes for more than 60 years, researchers still do not have a complete picture of how it works.

31 Jul 2025

Black Death victims offer clues to childhood malnutrition and adult disease

The Black Death arrived on the shores of England in May 1348 and, in less than two years, spread throughout the country, killing an estimated 2 million people.

31 Jul 2025

Promising treatment slows liver cancer by inhibiting fat enzyme

Liver cancer cells thrive on fat, posing a serious risk of cancer diagnosis for millions of people living with fatty liver disease.

31 Jul 2025

Cancer cells use energy surge to survive physical squeezing

Cancer cells mount an instant, energy‑rich response to being physically squeezed, according to a study published in the journal Nature Communications.

31 Jul 2025

Chronically ill? In Kennedy’s view, it might be your own fault

On a recent weekday evening, Ashly Richards helped her 13-year-old son, Case, with homework. He did math problems and some reading, underscoring how much he's accomplished at his school for children with autism.

31 Jul 2025

A tourist ended up with a wild bat in her mouth — and nearly $21,000 in medical bills

In retrospect, Erica Kahn realizes she made two big mistakes. The first was choosing to temporarily forgo health insurance when she was laid off from her job.

31 Jul 2025

Perceived sickness activates real immune responses

Findings indicate the brain's anticipatory response to virtual infections activates immune mechanisms, showcasing the link between neuroscience and immunity.

31 Jul 2025

Promega Plasmid Collection, available through Addgene, equips industry and academic researchers with powerful bioluminescent assays that provide deeper insights into endogenous cellular biology

Addgene, a purpose-driven organization helping scientists conduct experiments with greater ease, speed, and reproducibility, today announced a strategic partnership with Promega to expand Addgene’s vast plasmid repository with the launch of the Promega Plasmid Collection.

From Promega Corporation 31 Jul 2025

Can stacking creatine and β-alanine give you extra gains? Here’s what science says

Co-supplementation with creatine and β-alanine may enhance high-intensity exercise performance, especially in repeated short bursts. However, it offers no additional benefit over creatine alone for maximal strength, aerobic capacity, or body composition.

30 Jul 2025

Why Spirulina could be a helpful natural option for lowering blood pressure

A comprehensive meta-analysis found that consuming whole microalgae, especially Spirulina, can significantly lower blood pressure, particularly in adults with elevated levels. No significant effects were observed for macroalgae or algae extracts.

30 Jul 2025

Brisk walking for just 15 minutes a day cuts death risk in low-income adults, study shows

Fast walking for as little as 15 minutes per day was linked to a nearly 20% reduction in mortality among predominantly Black and low-income American adults. Slow walking showed minimal benefit, but prolonged slow walking reduced the risk of death from ischemic heart disease.

30 Jul 2025

E-scooter riders are three times more likely than cyclists to end up in hospital, study shows

Stand-up electric scooter riders in Helsinki are over three times more likely than cyclists to sustain injuries requiring emergency care, with head trauma and alcohol use significantly more common in scooter crashes. Helmet use among scooter riders remains exceptionally low.

30 Jul 2025

Physicians lead effort to end race-based bias in lung function testing

Last July, a team of physicians and researchers successfully proposed modifications to the American Medical Association (AMA) Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, advocating against the use of race in lung function testing.

30 Jul 2025

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$5.5 million federal grant funds research to improve measurement of FXTAS treatments

T cell senescence shapes cancer prognosis and immunotherapy response

Cancer-associated fibroblasts exhibit paradoxical effects on immunotherapy

AI uncovers new lipid-lowering effects in existing FDA-approved drugs

Novel eye-tracking metrics can help properly identify concussion-related vision disorders

AI-powered dual-imaging approach enhances skin cancer detection accuracy

Scarred liver tissue creates fertile ground for cancer development

Metformin lowers blood sugar by acting on brain pathways

Black Death victims offer clues to childhood malnutrition and adult disease

Promising treatment slows liver cancer by inhibiting fat enzyme

Cancer cells use energy surge to survive physical squeezing

Chronically ill? In Kennedy’s view, it might be your own fault

A tourist ended up with a wild bat in her mouth — and nearly $21,000 in medical bills

Perceived sickness activates real immune responses

Promega Plasmid Collection, available through Addgene, equips industry and academic researchers with powerful bioluminescent assays that provide deeper insights into endogenous cellular biology

Can stacking creatine and β-alanine give you extra gains? Here’s what science says

Why Spirulina could be a helpful natural option for lowering blood pressure

Brisk walking for just 15 minutes a day cuts death risk in low-income adults, study shows

E-scooter riders are three times more likely than cyclists to end up in hospital, study shows

Physicians lead effort to end race-based bias in lung function testing

From street to lab: Advancing controlled substance testing with handheld Raman and FTIR

Reimagining light scattering for biotherapeutics

Empowering genomics research with cloud-based innovation

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