Measuring the density of a cell can reveal a great deal about the cell’s state. As cells proliferate, differentiate, or undergo cell death, they may gain or lose water and other molecules, which is revealed by changes in density.
Tracking these…
Category: 5. Health
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Advanced genomics study improves detection of hard-to-find diarrheal infections
A University of Liverpool study has used advanced genetic and genomic techniques to offer a major step forward in understanding and diagnosing infectious intestinal diseases.
The large-scale study analysed more than 1,000 stool samples from…
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MRI can replace painful spinal tap to diagnose MS more quickly, according to a new study
Experts from the University of Nottingham have proven that multiple sclerosis (MS) can successfully be diagnosed using an MRI scan, meaning patients no longer need to undergo a painful lumbar puncture.
In the new study, published inNeurology®…
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New perspectives for wound healing and the treatment of chronic diseases
Fibroblasts are specialised connective tissue cells that play a key role in wound healing and tissue regeneration. The recent scientific publication from the University of Leipzig Medical Center shows that fibroblasts respond differently…
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New blood test shows superior sensitivity in detecting HPV-associated head and neck cancers
A new liquid biopsy blood test could help detect cases of human papillomavirus (HPV)-associated head and neck cancers with significantly higher accuracy than currently used methods, including before patients develop symptoms, according to new…
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Why some viral infections appear to trigger autoimmune disease
Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) is a mosquito-borne pathogen that has been identified in more than 110 countries around the world. The virus typically causes flu-like symptoms, but it can also trigger chronic, severe joint pain in some people.
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Intermittent Fasting vs. Calorie Counting: What Works?
A new randomized controlled trial has shed light on the benefits of time-restricted eating (TRE), suggesting that intermittent fasting may help individuals lose weight and improve metabolic markers — even…
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How 3D printing is personalizing health care
Three-dimensional printing is transforming medical care, letting the health care field shift from mass-produced solutions to customized treatments tailored to each patient’s needs. For instance, researchers are developing 3D-printed
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Teens of any age who drink alcohol with their parents’ permission drink more as young adults, new research shows
Children and teenagers of any age who sip or taste alcohol with their parents’ permission are more likely to engage in risky drinking in young adulthood. That was the finding of a new study my colleagues and I published in the journal…
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Oracle, Cleveland Clinic And The UAE’s G42 Are Developing A Health AI Platform— Here’s What We Know
Technology companies are rapidly investing in AI capabilities.
Last week, Oracle Health, Cleveland Clinic and G42, a cloud computing and AI development company based in the United Arab Emirates, announced a partnership to co-develop and…