Longevity gene offers clues to extending life without restrictive diets
The pursuit of a longer life may currently be trending for tech bros, but the notion of a…
Study finds high intake of ultra-processed foods tied to reduced DNA methylation
Researchers have found that women who consume more ultra-processed foods exhibit widespread differences in DNA methylation, suggesting early…
Large-scale foundation model reconstructs how cells interact within tissues
Researchers at Helmholtz Munich and the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed Nicheformer, the first large-scale foundation…
45,000-Year-Old Crimean Neanderthal Reveals Long-Distance Connections across Eurasia
The Crimean Peninsula in Ukraine contains key Middle to Upper Paleolithic transitional archaeological sites, including the site of…
Scientists uncover new obesity genes that reshape understanding of weight and disease risk
A global research team maps how rare and common gene variants jointly drive obesity and metabolic disease, offering…
Massive cross-ancestry study explains why obesity risks differ around the world
By analyzing genetic data from more than 800,000 individuals across six ancestries, researchers have identified previously unknown obesity…
Thiostrepton suppresses rhabdomyosarcoma progression by targeting the PI3K–AKT pathway
Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) accounts for up to 10% of childhood cancers and nearly half of pediatric soft tissue sarcomas.…
Understanding the role of m6A methylation in acute lung injury pathogenesis
Acute lung injury (ALI) is a critical clinical condition characterized by diffuse inflammation of the lung parenchyma and…
Eating peanuts while pregnant may influence how a child’s genes respond to breastfeeding
Researchers found that mothers who ate both peanuts and peanut butter during pregnancy had children with distinct DNA…
Scientists uncover the gut’s hidden hydrogen engine and how it falters in Crohn’s disease
A global research team has pinpointed the enzyme fueling hydrogen production in healthy guts and shown how its…
Generative AI-driven model can help prevent injuries in athletes
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have created a model driven by generative AI that will…
Mitochondria and lysosomes work together to control regulatory T cell activation
Metabolism guides the activation states of regulatory T cells, the immune cells that prevent inappropriate activation of the…