Blood-based biomarkers and the new landscape of Alzheimer’s research
For much of the past century, Alzheimer’s disease has been one of medicine’s most daunting frontiers – biologically…
Using sound waves to soften tumors and boost chemotherapy
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S., second only to heart disease. But…
Bioluminescent tool illuminates single-cell activity in living brains
A decade ago, a group of scientists had the literally brilliant idea to use bioluminescent light to visualize…
Tianjin grading system improves prognosis prediction in pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is notoriously difficult to treat due to its aggressive nature and limited prognostic tools.…
Increased epicardial fat volume linked to greater myocardial injury after infarction
Increased volume of epicardial adipose tissue, detected by cardiovascular imaging, was found to be associated with greater myocardial…
Early scans reveal prostate radiotherapy toxicity risk
Daily scans taken during prostate cancer radiotherapy could be repurposed to guide changes to treatment, reducing the risk…
SIRT3 deficiency worsens eustachian tube dysfunction during middle-ear infection
Middle-ear infections caused by Gram-negative bacteria remain among the most common pediatric illnesses worldwide. When the eustachian tube-responsible…
Supportive marriages may shape appetite control through oxytocin and the brain–gut axis
Study: Social bonds and health: exploring the impact of social relations on oxytocin and brain–gut communication in shaping…
Breakthrough in imaging speed moves portable stroke diagnosis closer to reality
When someone walks into an emergency room with symptoms of a stroke, every second matters. But today, diagnosing…
Emotional support in marriage associated with lower BMI and fewer food cravings
Strong social relationships, particularly high-quality marriages, may help protect against obesity by influencing a complex communication system between…
New technique overcomes technological barrier in 3D brain imaging
Scientists at the Swiss Light Source SLS have succeeded in mapping a piece of brain tissue in 3D…
New technique helps understand how bacterial shapes contribute to disease
Scientists have long known that bacteria come in many shapes and sizes, but understanding what those differences mean…