Protein-based MRI agent detects tiny lung cancer metastases
A multi-institutional research team led by Georgia State University Regents’ Professor Emerita of Biochemistry and Biophysical Chemistry Jenny…
New genetic map helps track aggressive prostate cancer development
Prostate cancer is the second most common form of cancer among men globally. Yet, we still know relatively…
Busy Philipps got a whole-body MRI. Here’s what to know if you’re considering one.
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Caloric restriction reduces genetic mutations across the mouse genome
Mutations are changes in the molecular “letters” that make up DNA, the genetic blueprint for cells. Mutations build…
New integrated framework advances precision surgery for liver cancer
Hepatocellular carcinoma is the sixth most common malignancy and the third leading cause of cancer-related death globally. Despite…
Caffeine dominates esports supplements, says new systematic review
Pure caffeine supplementation was associated with consistent improvements in cognitive function, gaming performance and psychological mood. The review…
Hormone therapy during menopause transition associated with lower heart disease risk
A study led by Virginia Commonwealth University and the University of Pittsburgh provides pivotal insights into one of…
Vitamin A derivative prevents immune cell exhaustion in brain tumors
Immune cells can become exhausted after prolonged exposure to cancer, gradually losing their ability to attack tumor cells.…
Inhibitory neurons act as a brake on brain tumor growth
Brain tumors do not grow in isolation. They develop within the highly active environment of the brain, where…
‘Cancer has changed how I view life and relationships’ – The Irish Times
When Kevin Morley began using the bathroom more frequently, he knew it could be a warning sign and…
Psilocybin protects sensory nerves from chemotherapy damage in preclinical study
From mouse models to freshly isolated human nerves, researchers traced what happens when chemotherapy disrupts the cellular machinery…
What four pregnancy eating patterns revealed about mothers and newborns
Distinct eating patterns emerged among pregnant women, alongside striking differences in maternal health and subtler signals in how…