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Brown adipose tissue could enhance exercise performance and longevity
A new research perspective was published in Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 16, Issue 22 on December 18, 2024, entitled "Brown adipose tissue enhances exercise performance and healthful longevity."
New study identifies effective strategies to help people quit vaping
A new study, co-led by a University of Massachusetts Amherst researcher, set out to identify the most effective strategies for helping people quit vaping.
Elderberry juice improves metabolic health and weight management
Elderberry juice may be a potent tool for weight management and enhancing metabolic health, according to a recent Washington State University-led study.
High aircraft noise increases risk of heart problems and stroke
People who live close to airports and are exposed to high aircraft noise levels could be at greater risk of poor heart function, increasing the likelihood of heart attacks, life-threatening heart rhythms and strokes, according to a new study led by UCL (University College London) researchers.
UCD researchers discover gene mutation linked to vision problems in zebrafish
Researchers in University College Dublin (UCD) have discovered that a mutation in a gene called emc1 causes major vision problems in zebrafish.
Age-related decline in cardiac conduction system regeneration increases arrhythmia risk after heart attack
Study uncovers the impact of myocardial infarction on the cardiac conduction system, revealing insights into arrhythmogenesis and potential therapeutic targets.
High job strain linked to increased sleep disturbances in middle-aged workers
In a recent study published in the American Journal of Industrial Medicine, middle aged workers in the U.S. who reported high job strain at the start of the study experienced significantly more sleep disturbances over an average follow-up of nine years.
Trametinib shows promise in treating severe hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in children
Trametinib, a mitogen-activated protein kinase (MEK) inhibitor, reduces mortality and morbidity in children with severe hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) caused by pathogenic variants in the RAS/MAPK pathway, according to a study published today in JACC: Basic to Translational Science.
Single-dose malaria vaccine offers unprecedented 90% protection
Results from the malaria vaccine trial indicate that GA2 immunization provides significant protection, paving the way for more effective vaccination strategies.
Over half of US college students experience alcohol-related harms
More than half of US college students experienced alcohol-related harms caused by others, according to the first national probability-based survey of such harms conducted in 20 years.
Study links glymphatic system damage to vascular dementia
A new study from the Keck School of Medicine of USC has tested a biomarker linked to vascular dementia across four separate groups and proposed an explanation for how cognitive impairment arises.
These veggie-packed brownies might just be the game-changer your diet needs!
Researchers modify a traditional brownie recipe by replacing butter with plant-based ingredients.
Multilingualism boosts executive function and reduces core symptoms in children with autism
A study reveals that multilingual exposure boosts executive function and perspective-taking in children with autism, highlighting its potential benefits.
Extended Paxlovid courses show mixed results for long COVID symptoms
A study indicates that longer Paxlovid treatments could improve long COVID symptoms in some patients, highlighting the need for tailored antiviral strategies.
New research reframes the debate on drug development costs
The typical cost of developing new medications may not be as high as generally believed, with a few ultra-costly medications skewing public discussions about the cost of pharmaceutical research and development, according to a new RAND study.
AI-designed drug shows promise for inflammatory bowel disease
Insilico Medicine ('Insilico'), a clinical-stage generative artificial intelligence (AI)-driven drug discovery and development company, today announces positive results from two Phase I studies in Australia and China of ISM5411, a novel gut-restricted and PHD specific Inhibitor designed and optimized with the support of Insilico's Chemistry42 commercially-available generative reinforcement learning platform, for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).
High blood pressure may not harm brains of 90-year-olds, study finds
A study led by the University of California, Irvine has found cardiovascular conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes, which are known to contribute to brain blood vessel damage in younger populations, not to be associated with an increased risk of such harm in individuals 90 and older.
Scientists discover new target for treating aggressive brain cancer
A study co-led by UCLA scientists has found targeting a protein called endocan and its related signaling pathway could be a promising new approach for treating glioblastoma, an aggressive and lethal type of brain cancer.
Study reveals shocking delays in child mental health care
Children and young people with high levels of mental health needs are struggling to receive the help they need, or to have their difficulties recognized, according to a new study.
Sweet drinks, sour outcomes: a global health wake-up call
Sugar-sweetened beverages contribute significantly to global burdens of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, with disparities driven by age, education, and region. This study emphasizes the urgent need for targeted policies and public health interventions to address these preventable risks.