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Scientists show how skin T cells can damage other organs in stem cell transplant patients

More than 40,000 allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplants are carried out worldwide every year, mostly for patients suffering from leukemia or other diseases of the hematopoietic system.

15 Oct 2021

Study identifies DNA mutations that impact metabolism and insulin sensitivity in liver disease patients

For the first time, DNA mutations in liver cells have been identified that impact metabolism and insulin sensitivity in patients with liver disease.

15 Oct 2021

Molecular atlas of small cell lung cancer reveals signatures of metastasis and immunosuppression

Imagine you're about to go on a cross-country trip, stopping at spots along the way to admire local attractions.

15 Oct 2021

Researchers discover how neurons filter distracting signals to coordinate movements

As you read this article, touch receptors in your skin are sensing your environment. Your clothes and jewelry, the chair you're sitting on, the computer keyboard or mobile device you're using, even your fingers as they brush one another unintentionally-;each touch activates collections of nerve cells.

15 Oct 2021

Researchers detail novel mechanism on muscle regeneration

Muscle regeneration takes place through a complex mechanism that involves different steps and relies on stem cells.

15 Oct 2021

Study reveals gene responsible for food-dependent form of Cushing's Syndrome

A team of scientists in Montreal and Paris has succeeded in identifying the gene responsible for the development of a food-dependent form of Cushing's Syndrome, a rare disease affecting both adrenal glands.

15 Oct 2021

Research identifies genes that influence the outcomes of physical activity

Recent research identified that genes carry out a vital role in how human bodies respond to exercise. The study has also pinpointed various genes that influence the outcomes of different types of physical activity.

15 Oct 2021

Study identifies protein complex that confers neuroprotection against HSV-1 infection

Recent research by scientists from the University of Illinois demonstrates a process that halts the herpes simplex virus 1 from inducing severe brain damage and death.

15 Oct 2021

Researchers improve understanding of molecular mechanisms underlying stomach’s acid pump

Nagoya University researchers and colleagues have improved understanding of the molecular mechanisms of a key protein that makes the stomach acidic. Their findings, published in the journal Nature Communications, could lead to better drugs for stomach ulcers and shed light on the functions of similar proteins across the human body.

15 Oct 2021

New research center brings advancements in genomic medicine to admixed individuals

One way to make health care more personalized is to use a person's DNA sequence -; or genome -; to predict their risk of disease. But as the field of precision medicine grows, so have concerns that we may be leaving a large fraction of Americans out.

From UC San Diego 13 Oct 2021

Parents' stress during COVID-19 affected eating habits of children

The incredible stress parents experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic had a negative effect on the eating habits of their children, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Houston College of Education.

13 Oct 2021

Study: Sex matters when it comes to susceptibility to infections and other health conditions

A University of Alberta-led study shows that when it comes to susceptibility to infections and other health conditions, sex matters.

13 Oct 2021

Study finds higher levels of air pollutants in regions near oil and gas wells

In a 14-year analysis of air quality across California, Stanford researchers observed higher levels of air pollutants within 2.5 miles of oil and gas wells, likely worsening negative health outcomes for nearby residents.

13 Oct 2021

Eating mushrooms may benefit a person's mental health, study reveals

Mushrooms have been making headlines due to their many health advantages. Not only do they lower one's risk of cancer and premature death, but new research led by Penn State College of Medicine also reveals that these superfoods may benefit a person's mental health.

From Penn State University 13 Oct 2021

Eating whole grain rye products is a better option than wheat for weight loss, finds study

Eating whole grain rye products instead of refined wheat alternatives can offer worthwhile health benefits. Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, recently published a study showing that people who ate high-fibre products made from whole grain rye lost more body fat and overall weight than those who ate corresponding products made from refined wheat.

13 Oct 2021

Research News and Research

Scientists show how skin T cells can damage other organs in stem cell transplant patients

Study identifies DNA mutations that impact metabolism and insulin sensitivity in liver disease patients

Molecular atlas of small cell lung cancer reveals signatures of metastasis and immunosuppression

Researchers discover how neurons filter distracting signals to coordinate movements

Researchers detail novel mechanism on muscle regeneration

Study reveals gene responsible for food-dependent form of Cushing's Syndrome

Research identifies genes that influence the outcomes of physical activity

Study identifies protein complex that confers neuroprotection against HSV-1 infection

Researchers improve understanding of molecular mechanisms underlying stomach’s acid pump

New research center brings advancements in genomic medicine to admixed individuals

Parents' stress during COVID-19 affected eating habits of children

Study: Sex matters when it comes to susceptibility to infections and other health conditions

Study finds higher levels of air pollutants in regions near oil and gas wells

Eating mushrooms may benefit a person's mental health, study reveals

Eating whole grain rye products is a better option than wheat for weight loss, finds study

Study explores the effects of epigenetic editing in various tumor settings

Researchers develop a novel sensor to detect chemical changes in immune cells

Experts come up with a powerful tool for illustrating genome folding

Novel cost-effective model helps ascertain the origin of food

Regulatory network impacting brain evolution found in “junk DNA,” says study

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