CIPHER-seq technology reveals how immune cells communicate during treatment
A new single-cell technology is giving scientists their clearest view yet of immune cell behavior-capturing not just genetic…
New method identifies key proteins that trigger harmful immune responses
Mayo Clinic researchers have developed a new method to identify which proteins are most likely to trigger an…
Metformin mimics exercise-related metabolic effects in prostate cancer patients
A new study has found that metformin, a widely prescribed diabetes drug, may mimic one of exercise’s core…
Metabolic pathways drive progression from pancreatic lesions to cancer
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma is the most common type of pancreatic cancer and has a low five-year survival rate.…
New method reveals hidden protein motions for improved drug design
For many of us “protein” is the key element of a food order. However, beyond your preferred choice…
Ultrasound advances offer noninvasive assessment of portal hypertension severity
Portal hypertension (PH), a serious complication of liver cirrhosis, is defined as a pressure gradient > 5 mmHg…
Molecular test shows high sensitivity in detecting bile duct cancer
When patients develop a narrowing or blockage in the bile ducts – the tubes connecting the liver, gallbladder…
Whole wheat diets may reduce the risk of inflammatory bowel disease
Enriching the diet with wheat fiber protects mice against intestinal inflammation, according to a study published by researchers…
Early adulthood hypertension linked to heart and kidney disease later in life
Higher blood pressure during young adulthood is likely linked to a higher risk of heart disease and kidney…
Losing health insurance worsens diabetes outcomes in low-income adults
Losing health insurance can quickly worsen health for people with diabetes as patients struggle to control the disease…
Zebrafish reveal how new kidney units connect and function
MDI Bio Lab scientists discover how the fish solves a basic challenge in regenerative biology-insights in their newest…
Scientists turn plastic waste into Parkinson’s drug levodopa using engineered bacteria
A novel engineered microbial system transforms discarded plastic into a frontline Parkinson’s treatment, offering a glimpse into a…