Jumping DNA fragments found to destabilize cancer genome
A study published today in the journal Science reveals how jumping fragments of human DNA, a type of genetic parasite,…
Immune cells shape maternal and infant health during lactation
It’s widely known that breastfeeding impacts the health of both mother and child, but the underlying biology that leads to these…
Combination therapy may help overcome barrier in early-stage prostate cancer treatment
A multi-institutional study led by Mayo Clinic and published in Cell Reports Medicine reports that pairing a next-generation immunotherapy with standard hormone therapy…
Packaged food hurting productivity, mental health in young Indians: Report
A new global report has flagged ultra-processed food consumption as a key factor behind declining productivity and emotional…
Microgravity Mission to Unlock New Insights into Cancer Biology
Partners Microgravity Cancer Research Mission – Photo: (L to R) Tiffany Sharp, Kelly Yeoh, John Godwin, Dr Nirmal…
Early BioNTech mRNA breast cancer trial delivers surprise in longtime disease control
Triple-negative breast cancer is regarded as one of the most aggressive forms of the disease. Because tumour cells…
Assessing long-term cognitive risks in ependymoma survivors
A study led by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital assessed cognitive and communication abilities in children treated for…
WashU Medicine receives 80 million to study exceptional longevity
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have received an $80 million grant to continue…
Mental health conditions post-cancer diagnosis linked to higher mortality risk
In a study of adults with cancer, those who developed a mental health condition within the first year…
Disordered lipid nanoparticles enhance RNA delivery efficiency
The tiny fatty capsules that delivered COVID-19 mRNA vaccines into billions of arms may work better when they’re…
How magnetic heating technology could be a new cancer-fighting weapon
Anyone who has used an induction cooker is halfway to understanding Mayo Clinic’s new experimental approach to killing…
Single prenatal exposure to fungicide linked to disease across 20 generations
A single exposure to a toxic fungicide during pregnancy can increase the risk of disease for 20 subsequent…