Sugar-studded protein is key to Alzheimer's disease cure
Researchers say they discovered that a special sugar molecule could play a key role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease.
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JJ Shavit
- Jul 23, 2022
Novel COVID-19 vaccine could be effective against new and emerging variants
A COVID-19 vaccine, that would, in theory, remain effective against new and emerging variants, could be taken as a pill.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 22, 2022
Breakthrough in pain management finds that damaged nerves can be regenerated
Damaged nerves can be regenerated with the application of a frozen needle under advanced imaging guidance, according to new research
JJ Shavit
- Jul 22, 2022
Skins swabs can test for Covid-19, research finds
Skin swabs are "surprisingly effective" at identifying Covid-19 infection, according to new research from the University of Surrey.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 21, 2022
With just a tablespoon of blood, researchers aim to transform cancer treatment
Researchers have developed a new blood test that provides unprecedented insight into a patient’s cancer make-up, improving outcomes.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 21, 2022
Shedding tears can help diagnose illnesses, researchers find
People could soon go to the doctor, shed a tear, and know if they are in the early stages of an illness within minutes.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 21, 2022
Surprising discovery: A connection between appetite and sun exposure
Going to the beach? Planning a hike? Be prepared: Men will be much hungrier according to a survey on the eating habits of 3,000 people.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 20, 2022
Traditional native Indian medicine effective as type 2 diabetes treatment
Ayurveda is a traditional medical system that has been used for thousands of years in many South Asian countries such as India and Nepal.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 20, 2022
One blood test can detect over 50 types of cancer
Researchers are one step closer to making a multi-cancer early detection (MCED) test, that can detect over 50 types of cancer
JJ Shavit
- Jul 19, 2022
How does reduced gravity affect astronauts’ muscles and nerve responses?
Researchers from Japan conduct a review and share an action plan for astronauts to prevent muscular atrophy during spaceflight
Joshua Shavit
- Jul 18, 2022
Diagnosis of early-stage Parkinson's disease finally possible
Parkinson's is a progressive and debilitating disease of the brain that eventually compromises patients' ability to walk and even to talk.
Joshua Shavit
- Jul 17, 2022
Bacteria-based biohybrid microrobots on a mission to battle cancer
Researchers have combined robotics with biology by equipping E. coli bacteria with artificial components to construct biohybrid microrobots.
Joshua Shavit
- Jul 16, 2022
New antibody therapy shows promise for advanced pediatric brain cancer
Research has generated promising results for a new blocking antibody therapy that targets a protein critical to cancer's ability to spread.
Joshua Shavit
- Jul 15, 2022
Plant-based gel replaces pills for people who have difficulty swallowing
For most children and even some adults, swallowing pills or tablets is difficult. A drug-delivering gel makes medicine easier to swallow.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 14, 2022
New evolutionary theory says genetic mutations aren't always random
A new study has brought the first evidence of nonrandom mutation in human genes, challenging a core assumption at the heart of evolution.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 14, 2022
Viagra-related drug shown to reduce obesity and improve heart function
Researchers have found that a drug first developed to treat Alzheimer’s disease, schizophrenia and sickle cell disease reduces obesity.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 14, 2022
Prunes can restore bone loss, research finds
New research provides evidence that prunes are a prebiotic food that reverses bone loss and helps restore bone health.
Joshua Shavit
- Jul 12, 2022
Ultrasound imaging can help solve major Alzheimer's disease problem
Understanding the relationship between Alzheimer’s disease and the brain’s complex network of vessels and veins is a challenge for science.
Joshua Shavit
- Jul 12, 2022
Rapid Ebola diagnosis may be possible with new technology
A new tool can quickly and reliably identify the presence of Ebola in blood samples and potentially could be developed into a rapid test.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 11, 2022
Yale scientists develop new pill that prevents type 1 diabetes
Researchers have developed an oral medication to treat diabetes while simultaneously reversing the inflammatory effects of the disease.
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