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Researchers Use Biology to Convert Human Urine into a Valuable Product

Researchers from the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab), UC Irvine, and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), have used biology to convert human urine into a valuable product.

24 Jun 2025

New Research Highlights Vascular Role in Alzheimer’s

The Aβ/fibrinogen complex is implicated in Alzheimer's progression, highlighting vascular health's role and offering new avenues for therapeutic intervention.

23 Jun 2025

New Frontier in Combating Musculoskeletal Aging Through Exercise

Study identifies CLCF1 as a key protein in exercise, enhancing muscle strength and bone density, and providing a biological basis for aging effects on fitness.

23 Jun 2025

Imported Seafood and the Spread of Colistin Resistance

Findings show imported seafood as a potential source of colistin-resistance genes, underscoring the urgency of addressing antimicrobial resistance globally.

23 Jun 2025

UT Southwestern Researchers Develop Multi-Organ Gene Editing Strategy

A gene-editing delivery system developed by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers simultaneously targeted the liver and lungs of a preclinical model of a rare genetic disease known as alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD), significantly improving symptoms for months after a single treatment, a new study shows.

23 Jun 2025

Scientists Reveal Molecular Battle Between Maternal and Paternal Genes in Bees

Despite having identical genetic instructions, female honey bee larvae can develop into either long-lived reproductive queens or short-lived sterile workers who help rear their sisters rather than laying their own eggs.

23 Jun 2025

Fungal Spores in the Air May Predict Flu and COVID-19 Surges

Monitoring fungal spores in the outdoor air can predict surges in flu and COVID-19 infections, especially during the fall, according to a new study.

23 Jun 2025

Anthrobots Reveal How Cells Can Build New Shapes Without Genetic Edits

Modern humans have existed for over 200,000 years, and each new generation has begun with a single cell-dividing, changing shape and function, organizing into tissues, organs, and limbs.

23 Jun 2025

Collagen and Chitin Amendments Support Soil Microbes to Control Nematode Infections

Collagen and chitin shift soil microbial communities and reduce root-knot nematode infections in tomato plants while improving plant growth and chlorophyll content.

23 Jun 2025

Raman Spectroscopy Detects Early Cervical Changes During Pregnancy

Raman spectroscopy detects early biochemical changes in the cervix during pregnancy, revealing increased vascularity and reduced collagen within 6–8 weeks post-conception.

23 Jun 2025

New Technique Enhances Three Dimensional Immunolabeling in Thick Tissues

Three dimensional immunohistochemistry (3D-IHC) has transformed our ability to visualize the spatial arrangement of cells and molecules in intact tissues.

20 Jun 2025

In Vivo CAR T Cell Generation Shows Promise for Cancer and Autoimmune Diseases

Researchers present a new method to safely and preferentially generate CAR T cells directly inside the body using targeted lipid nanoparticles that deliver mRNA directly to T cells.

20 Jun 2025

Do Genetic Variants That Affect DNA Methylation Influence Colorectal Cancer Risk or Outcomes?

The study identifies genetic variants influencing colorectal cancer risk through DNA methylation, suggesting new avenues for targeted screening and prevention.

20 Jun 2025

Novel Strategy for Combating High-Fat Diet-Induced Metabolic Dysfunction

Research on receptor FFA2 reveals how different activators influence metabolic processes, paving the way for innovative treatments for diabetes and obesity.

20 Jun 2025

Study Reveals TRF's Role in Reshaping Gut Microbiome and Metabolism

Metatranscriptomics uncovers how time-restricted feeding restores gut microbial cycles, offering insights into improving metabolic health and disease treatment.

20 Jun 2025

New Study Reveals Varied CAR T-Cell Therapy Benefits in Large B-Cell Lymphoma

A study identifies three patient subgroups in large B-cell lymphoma, revealing distinct responses to CD19 CAR T cell therapy and enhancing precision medicine.

20 Jun 2025

Organotypic Model of the Human Gut Epithelium Demonstrates Genetic Determinants of Shigella Colonization

A study in Nature Genetics uses organotypic gut models to reveal genome-wide genetic determinants of Shigella colonization, spotlighting type III secretion system effectors as crucial for early infection.

20 Jun 2025

Biodynamic Preparations Promote Microorganisms in the Soil >>> Jürgen Fritz‘ Model Explains Statistically Significant Results

The use of specific preparations is a central part of biodynamics, but until recently there had been no scientific explanation for the way they work.

20 Jun 2025

UQ Tech Bringing Regenerative Medicines Closer Than Ever

Tiny gel droplets enhanced with University of Queensland technology could open new pathways to repairing and replacing damaged organs.

20 Jun 2025

Automated Handling for Liquid and Solid Samples

Micronic is proud to introduce the second-generation of the Tube Handler HT500, featuring an enhanced design for even more efficient and reliable sample handling in the laboratory.

From Micronic 20 Jun 2025