Poor oral health in childhood linked to higher incidence of cardiovascular disease in adulthood
A tooth cavity and bleeding gums is a common scenario among Danish children – and one that researchers…
How zinc deficiency could worsen heart inflammation and what that means for patients
New research suggests that zinc does far more than support immunity, revealing intricate molecular switches that may influence…
Mendelian randomization study reveals opposing roles for IL6 and IL6R in long-term mortality
A new research paper was published in Volume 18 of Aging-US on February 6, 2026, titled “Causal effects of inflammation on…
Study maps how NF-κB regulates gene expression in cells
To further the quantitative understanding of cellular decision making, Dr. Gregory Reeves and his team in the chemical engineering department…
Scientists discover how muscle stem cells “flip a switch” to rebuild damaged muscle
Scientists at the University of California, Irvine’s School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences have discovered how muscle stem cells “flip…
Targeted PET/CT tracer improves early prediction of treatment response in rheumatoid arthritis patients
A new targeted PET/CT tracer can detect treatment response in rheumatoid arthritis patients in as little as four…
Fiber intake may reduce heart disease risk in night shift workers
A large long-term study suggests that what shift workers eat, especially how much fiber they consume, could meaningfully…
Study sheds light on behavior of yeast cells in the gut
A new study sheds light on the behavior of yeast cells in the gut, paving the way for…
Swiss centenarians show youthful blood protein profiles in aging study
In Switzerland, 0.02% of the population lives beyond the age of 100. Could there be biological characteristics associated…
Moderate physical activity lowers risk of sarcopenic obesity in seniors
Older people who are physically active have a significantly lower risk of developing sarcopenic obesity – a combination…
Moments of awe show measurable links to reduced loneliness in daily life
New longitudinal evidence suggests that moments of awe, even during pandemic isolation, may help buffer loneliness by strengthening…
New review explores whether berries can slow cognitive decline linked to obesity
Can everyday berries help protect the aging brain? A new systematic review explores how berry-derived polyphenols may influence…