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Most disease-causing mutations that swap amino acids do so by making proteins less stable

Fri, 01/10/2025 - 08:03
Research shows 60% of missense mutations destabilize proteins, linking protein folding to genetic diseases, including cataracts and neurological disorders.

Analysis highlights high TBI death rates among older adults and men

Fri, 01/10/2025 - 07:24
A new analysis of U.S. mortality data reveals the disproportionate impact of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) on older adults, males and certain racial and ethnic groups.

Dairy products linked to lower colorectal cancer risk, thanks to calcium

Fri, 01/10/2025 - 07:16
This study reveals strong links between calcium intake and reduced colorectal cancer risk, highlighting dietary factors influencing cancer incidence in women.

Pittcon addresses synthetic psychedelics crisis; Boston 2025 to advance collaboration

Fri, 01/10/2025 - 05:08
Pittcon 2025 in Boston will connect industry experts to combat the synthetic psychedelic threat, enhancing testing protocols and public health initiatives.

Elderberry juice shows promise in boosting gut health and combating obesity

Fri, 01/10/2025 - 04:44
Elderberry juice rich in anthocyanins boosts glucose regulation and fat metabolism, with significant effects on gut microbiota in overweight adults.

Sex-specific mitochondrial marker deficiencies linked to early cognitive dysfunction in Alzheimer’s disease

Fri, 01/10/2025 - 03:59
Research reveals sex-specific free-carnitine deficiency in women with cognitive impairment, linking mitochondrial metabolism to Alzheimer's disease progression.

Groundbreaking research uncovers how neurons organize natural behaviors

Fri, 01/10/2025 - 00:43
Eight years of work. A collaboration between the Laboratory of Neuroethology of Non-Human Primates of the Department of Medicine and Surgery of the University of Parma, led by Luca Bonini, and a team from the Biorobotics Institute of the Sant'Anna School of Pisa, coordinated by Alberto Mazzoni, principal investigator at the Computational Neuroengineering Lab, with the contribution of Silvestro Micera, professor in Bioingeneering.

New therapeutic target could boost CAR T-cell therapy success in solid tumors

Fri, 01/10/2025 - 00:40
Russell W. Jenkins, MD, PhD, a physician investigator in the Krantz Family Center for Cancer Research at the Mass General Cancer Center and an assistant professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, is senior author of a new study in Cancer Immunology Research, "TBK1 is Identified as a Therapeutic Strategy to Enhance CAR T-Cell Efficacy Using Patient-Derived Organotypic Tumor Spheroids".

RNA nanoparticles offer dual action against prostate tumors

Fri, 01/10/2025 - 00:36
Yang Zhang, PhD, and Jinjun Shi, PhD, both of the Center for Nanomedicine and Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital, are co-senior authors of a paper published in ACS Nanoscience Au, "Lipid Nanoparticle Delivery of mRNA and siRNA for Concurrent Restoration of Tumor Suppressor and Inhibition of Tumorigenic Driver in Prostate Cancer."

Researchers identify shared genes driving cancer spread

Fri, 01/10/2025 - 00:35
Cancer metastasis-the spread of cancer to other organs-is the leading cause of death among cancer patients. Researchers have now uncovered a "genetic signature" of 177 genes shared across multiple cancer types that drives this deadly process.

Hormonal changes after menopause impact multiple sclerosis severity

Fri, 01/10/2025 - 00:20
A new study by UC San Francisco has found that menopause revs up the progression of multiple sclerosis (MS).

Mussel-inspired nanoparticles for targeted lung cancer therapy

Thu, 01/09/2025 - 23:52
Researchers from POSTECH and Kyungpook National University have developed a novel inhalable therapeutic delivery system for lung cancer, leveraging mucoadhesive protein nanoparticles inspired by the adhesive properties of marine mussels.

Computer model helps tailor CML treatment to individual patients

Thu, 01/09/2025 - 23:47
Which medicine is best when you are affected by cancer? This can vary from person to person. A new method can help people with a specific type of blood cancer get the best medicine for them.

Developing and refining muscle atrophy models for drug discovery

Thu, 01/09/2025 - 23:41
With the intensification of global population aging, muscle atrophy, characterized by the loss of muscle mass and function, has become an important health issue affecting the elderly. Researchers have widely used various animal and cellular models to gain a deeper understanding of the pathophysiological mechanisms of muscle atrophy and develop effective treatment strategies.

A large-scale tongue cancer organoid library for precision oncology

Thu, 01/09/2025 - 23:35
Oral cancer is an increasingly prevalent disease worldwide, with over 300,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Among oral cancers, tongue cancer (TC) is the most common type and often carries a poor prognosis. Surgery combined with chemoradiotherapy is one of the main lines of treatment for high-risk cases of TC.

Could autophagy enhancement slow aging and combat Alzheimer's?

Thu, 01/09/2025 - 23:06
How cellular cleanup systems could hold the key to slowing aging and halting neurodegeneration.

The X factor: Decoding brain aging differences between men and women

Thu, 01/09/2025 - 22:42
Researchers unveil how biological sex influences brain aging, revealing genetic, hormonal, and molecular mechanisms behind cognitive resilience and decline.

Household dogs found to contribute to the spread of antibiotic-resistant Salmonella

Thu, 01/09/2025 - 22:06
Antibiotic-resistant Salmonella is a serious public health concern that has increased in recent years as the bacteria have developed ways to survive drugs.

New skeletal tissue could revolutionize regenerative medicine and cartilage repair

Thu, 01/09/2025 - 22:02
An international research team led by the University of California, Irvine has discovered a new type of skeletal tissue that offers great potential for advancing regenerative medicine and tissue engineering.

Aircraft noise pollution harms arteries, but heart drugs show promise in animal model research

Thu, 01/09/2025 - 22:01
Alpha- and beta-blockers reduce oxidative stress and inflammation caused by aircraft noise but fail to prevent hypertension, highlighting their potential to protect vascular health in noise-exposed individuals.

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