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New compound advances body clock independent of dosing time
A collaborative team including Emeritus Professor Tei H. (Kanazawa University), Associate Professor Takahata Y. (Osaka University), Professor Numano R. (Toyohashi University of Technology), and Associate Professor Uriu K. (Institute of Science Tokyo) discovered that Mic-628 selectively induces the mammalian clock gene Per1.
Engineered yeast cells accelerate testing of cancer immunotherapies
Engineered yeast cells can mimic real cancer cells and be used to test new cancer immunotherapies much faster, benefiting patients.
Why did influenza fail to spread in a crowded indoor setting?
The EMIT-2 trial shows zero influenza transmission despite ideal conditions, suggesting a perfect storm is needed for the virus to spread effectively.
Australian researchers develop a new way to target deadly, drug-resistant bacteria
Australian researchers have developed a powerful new way to target deadly, drug-resistant bacteria by designing antibodies that recognize a sugar found only on bacterial cells – an advance that could underpin a new generation of immunotherapies for multidrug resistant hospital-acquired infections.
Neurological Long COVID hits harder in some countries than others
A global study reveals significant variations in neurological Long COVID symptoms, highlighting the need for tailored healthcare responses across countries.
Research shows the effect of losing weight in preventing multiple diseases
Researchers have quantified the role of obesity in common long-term conditions, showing for the first time the effect of losing weight in preventing multiple diseases.
High intake of ultraprocessed foods increases risk of both all-cause and cancer-specific death
Cancer survivors who consumed higher amounts of ultraprocessed foods as part of their diet had a significantly increased risk of both all-cause and cancer-specific death.
Natural ovulation offers a safer path to IVF success
Researchers compare the effects of natural ovulation and external hormone replacement regimens for preparing the uterus before frozen embryo transfer.
Which hair loss supplements actually work?
Researchers compare the effectiveness and safety of multiple dietary supplements for hair loss.
Global analysis reveals up to four in ten cancer cases could be prevented
Up to four in ten cancer cases worldwide could be prevented, according to a new global analysis from the World Health Organization (WHO) and its International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).
Clear aligners protect oral microbiome better than fixed braces
Researchers compare the effects of clear aligners and fixed appliances on oral microbiota and oxidative stress in the oral cavity.
Normal BMI hides nutritional gaps in alcohol use disorder
Researchers compare dietary intake, diet quality, and dietary assessment methods among individuals with alcohol use disorder.
Interpower® launches IEC 60320 rewirable Sheet E angled plug connector in black
Adding to its popular line of molded IEC 60320 appliance and interconnection couplers, Interpower announces the launch of its newly manufactured IEC 60320 rewirable Sheet E plug connector in an angled mount configuration initially offered in black.
Unusual i-DNA structure shown to regulate genes and cancer
DNA's iconic double helix does more than "just" store genetic information. Under certain conditions it can temporarily fold into unusual shapes.
Social media support may ease anxiety in young adults
Anxiety is the second leading cause of disability and mortality worldwide. Roughly a third of adults in the U.S. will experience an anxiety disorder within their lifetime, and the median age of onset is 17 years old.
Study links paid sick leave to lower infection risk
Home service workers-those who provide care, inspections, or repairs inside private homes-can often lack paid sick leave, making illness a direct financial risk.
Trazodone linked to safer delirium outcomes in older adults
A large U.S. study suggests that older adults hospitalized with delirium may experience better outcomes when treated with trazodone, commonly used to treat depression and sleep problems, rather than commonly used antipsychotic medications.
Common human fungus found to worsen melanoma aggressiveness
Cancer is one of the causes responsible for the most deaths worldwide; in 2020, for example, it resulted in ten million deaths. It has been estimated that micro-organism infections caused between 13-18% of these cases.
Ride Cincinnati grant funds research on immune activating wafer for glioblastoma treatment
A multidisciplinary team of University of Cincinnati Cancer Center researchers has received a $40,000 Ride Cincinnati grant to study a delayed release preparation, or wafer, of an immunostimulatory molecule to stimulate the central nervous system (CNS) immune system after surgery to remove glioblastoma, a form of primary brain cancer.
Breastfeeding and pregnancy linked to improved postmenopausal cognition
Female brains have historically evolved to adapt to pregnancy, undergoing structural and functional changes.




