Showing 20 articles starting at article 1
Categories: All Categories
Published Solving the riddle of the sphingolipids in coronary artery disease
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Investigators have uncovered a way to unleash in blood vessels the protective effects of a type of fat-related molecule known as a sphingolipid, suggesting a promising new strategy for the treatment of coronary artery disease.
Published It takes two to TANGO: New strategy to tackle fibrosis and scarring
(via sciencedaily.com) A study has now successfully controlled the effects of collagen hypersecretion at the cellular level. The experimental treatment consists of designer peptides which interrupt the interaction between TANGO1 and cTAGE5, two proteins important for collagen secretion. Experiments with patient-derived human cells and zebrafish showed the peptides are effective, non-toxic, and their effects reversible. The results pave the way for the development of new treatments that improve the cosmetic effects of scarring, relieve the symptoms of autoimmune diseases such as scleroderma, or help prevent the development of fibrosis, a more serious condition attributed to 45% of deaths in the industrialized world.
Published Social media can be used to increase fruit and vegetable intake in young people
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Researchers have found that people following healthy eating accounts on social media for as little as two weeks ate more fruit and vegetables and less junk food.
Published Low intensity exercise linked to reduced depression
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source New research has found a significant association between participating in low to moderate intensity exercise and reduced rates of depression.
Published Don't be a stranger -- study finds rekindling old friendships as scary as making new ones
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Psychologists have found that people are as hesitant to reach out to an old friend as they are to strike up a conversation with a stranger, even when they had the capacity and desire to do so.
Published New study uncovers lasting financial hardship associated with cancer diagnosis for working-age adults in the U.S.
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source A new study highlights the lasting financial impact of a cancer diagnosis for many working-age adults and their families in the United States. It shows a cancer diagnosis and the time required for its treatment can result in employment disruptions, loss of household income and loss of employment-based health insurance coverage, leading to financial hardship.
Published Innovative microscopy demystifies metabolism of Alzheimer's
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Using state-of-the-art microscopy techniques, researchers have shed new light on the underlying mechanisms driving Alzheimer's disease.
Published In the brain, bursts of beta rhythms implement cognitive control
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Bursts of brain rhythms with 'beta' frequencies control where and when neurons in the cortex process sensory information and plan responses. Studying these bursts would improve understanding of cognition and clinical disorders, researchers argue in a new review.
Published Hey Dave, I've got an idea for you: What's the potential of AI-led workshopping?
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Sure, ChatGPT can write a poem about your pet in the style of T.S Eliot, but generative artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots have a potentially more useful role to play in idea generation according to a new study.
Published Odor-causing bacteria in armpits targeted using bacteriophage-derived lysin
(via sciencedaily.com) A research team has synthesized a lysin that during in vitro experiments targets bacteria responsible for producing odors in human armpits.
Published Dengue fever infections have negative impacts on infant health for three years
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Dengue infections in pregnant women may have a negative impact on the first years of children's lives, new research has found.
Published Exploring brain synchronization patterns during social interactions
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Social interactions synchronize brain activity within individuals and between individuals. In a new study, researchers compared brain synchronization between pairs of people with relatively strong social ties (acquaintance pairs) and pairs with almost no social ties (stranger pairs). The study found that during a cooperative task, the stranger pairs exhibited more closely connected brain networks compared to the acquaintance pairs. These findings challenge the conventional understanding that stronger social bonds lead to greater brain synchronization.
Published 3 in 5 parents play short order cook for young children who don't like family meal
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source While most parents of preschool and elementary aged children strive to give their children a balanced, nutritional diet, some of their strategies to promote healthy eating may backfire, a national poll suggests.
Published Study explores possible future for early Alzheimer's diagnostics
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Digital memory test and a blood sample -- this combination will be tested for its potential to identify early Alzheimer's disease in a new research study. Over a hundred healthcare centers are part of the study that is now inviting participants to sign up. At least 3,000, preferably many more participants are needed for the study to be successful.
Published New approach to tackle muscle loss in aging
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source A specific protein, TP53INP2, might prevent muscle loss associated with aging. A new study indicates that high levels of this protein are linked to greater muscle strength and healthier aging. This discovery paves the way for new treatments that could enhance the quality of life for the elderly.
Published Predicting cardiac arrhythmia 30 minutes before it happens
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Atrial fibrillation is the most common cardiac arrhythmia worldwide with around 59 million people concerned in 2019. This irregular heartbeat is associated with increased risks of heart failure, dementia and stroke. It constitutes a significant burden to healthcare systems, making its early detection and treatment a major goal. Researchers have recently developed a deep-learning model capable of predicting the transition from a normal cardiac rhythm to atrial fibrillation. It gives early warnings on average 30 minutes before onset, with an accuracy of around 80%. These results pave the way for integration into wearable technologies, allowing early interventions and better patient outcomes.
Published Pressure in the womb may influence facial development
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Physical cues in the womb, and not just genetics, influence the normal development of neural crest cells, the embryonic stem cells that form facial features, finds a new study.
Published Genetically engineering a treatment for incurable brain tumors
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Scientists are developing and validating a patent-pending novel immunotherapy to be used against glioblastoma brain tumors. Glioblastomas are almost always lethal with a median survival time of 14 months. Traditional methods used against other cancers, like chemotherapy and immunotherapy, are often ineffective on glioblastoma.
Published People think 'old age' starts later than it used to, study finds
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Middle-aged and older adults believe that old age begins later in life than their peers did decades ago, according to a new study.
Published Despite AI advancements, human oversight remains essential
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source State-of-the-art artificial intelligence systems known as large language models (LLMs) are poor medical coders, according to researchers. Their study emphasizes the necessity for refinement and validation of these technologies before considering clinical implementation. The study extracted a list of more than 27,000 unique diagnosis and procedure codes from 12 months of routine care in the Mount Sinai Health System, while excluding identifiable patient data. Using the description for each code, the researchers prompted models from OpenAI, Google, and Meta to output the most accurate medical codes. The generated codes were compared with the original codes and errors were analyzed for any patterns.