Metastasis, the process by which tumor cells spread to other parts of the body, is often the deadliest aspect of cancer, including breast cancer. Despite significant advancements in early detection…
Category: Medical
Every Cigarette Shortens Life by 20 Minutes
A groundbreaking study conducted by a team of behavioral scientists at University College London (UCL) has revealed a startling statistic: for long-term smokers, a single cigarette can shorten lifespan by…
Sleep Deprivation Disrupts Brain Circuits Involved in Memory Suppression
The connection between poor sleep and mental health problems has long intrigued scientists, yet understanding the exact mechanisms behind this link has proven challenging. Researchers at the University of East…
Megakaryocytes Play a Critical Role in Determining Vaccine Durability
When children receive their second dose of the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine around the time they start kindergarten, they acquire long-lasting protection against all three viruses, often extending for their entire…
Nasal Swab Test Accurately Identifies Asthma Endotypes in Children
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have made significant strides in asthma research by developing a nasal swab test that can identify specific subtypes, or endotypes, of asthma in children.…
New Tool Classifies Cancers with Unprecedented Accuracy
A team of scientists from multiple institutions has created a significant new resource designed to streamline the process of classifying patient tumor samples based on molecular features. This initiative, developed…
How COVID-19 Impacts Blood Vessels
COVID-19, a disease primarily impacting the respiratory system, is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which was first detected in late 2019. As the pandemic unfolded, doctors and scientists began to…
Scientists Discover How T Cell Memory Influences CAR-T Cell Effectiveness
Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have made a significant discovery that could improve the effectiveness of chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T) therapy, a promising immunotherapy for…
Study Challenges Assumptions About Early Development of Balance Reflex
An ancient brain circuit, crucial for stabilizing the gaze of vertebrates—including humans—has been found to develop in a surprising way during early life, a study led by researchers from NYU…
Microglia Utilize “Digestive Exophagy” to Combat Alzheimer’s Plaques
Recent studies have revealed that immune cells in the brain, known as microglia, can partially break down the large amyloid plaques associated with Alzheimer’s disease. By attaching themselves to these…
Study Reveals Potential Role of Herpes Virus in Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh have uncovered a novel and surprising connection between Alzheimer’s disease and herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1), highlighting a potential viral influence in the development of…
Researchers Uncover How Diet-Induced DNA Damage Drives Liver Cancer
Scientists at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have made significant progress in understanding the complex factors that drive the development of liver cancer. This condition, the…
Study Reveals Preference for Maternal or Paternal Gene Copies in Human Cells
Genetics has long been an essential cornerstone of biology, deeply influencing our understanding of diseases and how traits are inherited. A common and fundamental principle taught to every biology student…
Study Finds Low Risk of Blood Cancer in Clozapine-Treated Patients
An inter-departmental research team from the LKS Faculty of Medicine at the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) has conducted an innovative and pioneering study that sheds light on the safety…
GABA and Dopamine Play Crucial Roles in Regulating Serotonin and Food Intake
Hunger and food intake are controlled by complex processes in the brain, which trigger a series of mechanisms that initiate eating when the body requires fuel. A recent study conducted…
Pupil Fluctuations Reveal How the Brain Organizes Memory During Sleep
In a groundbreaking study by researchers at Cornell University, a new understanding of how the brain forms and consolidates long-term memories has been revealed. The research, led by assistant professors…
Study Reveals Deadly Link Between Bat Guano and Histoplasmosis
In a new and alarming study, researchers at the University of Rochester, New York, have uncovered a troubling connection between the use of bat guano as a fertilizer for marijuana…
Estrogen Drives Binge Drinking in Females
A recent preclinical study led by scientists at Weill Cornell Medicine has uncovered a significant link between the hormone estrogen and binge drinking behavior in females. This study, published in…
Senescent Cells Evade the Immune System Like Cancer Cells
The biological processes that underpin aging have long fascinated scientists, offering a rich field of research that could have transformative implications for human health. One of the key players in…
New MRI Scan Reveals Lung Function in Real-Time
A groundbreaking method for scanning lungs has emerged that could revolutionize the way healthcare professionals monitor lung function and track the effects of treatment in real time. This new scanning…