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New tools reveal which molecules can cross tuberculosis bacteria’s tough outer membrane, helping speed the hunt for better drugs.
Tuberculosis kills more than a million people a year, and one reason treatment is so hard lies in the bacterium’s unusually tough outer coat.
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A new gel-based therapy coats the esophagus and delivers drugs directly to tissue, offering safer and more effective treatment options.
HealthNew MIT gel could revolutionize treatment for esophageal diseasesHannah Shavit-Weiner
Human cortical neurons may be more powerful computing units than rat neurons, offering clues to human cognition.
HealthHuman brain cells may be far more powerful computers than scientists thoughtMac Oliveau
Study of nearly 20,000 NFL players found sharply higher death rates from dementia, ALS, and Parkinson’s disease.
HealthNFL players 4x more likely to die due to neurodegenerative diseaseAmyn Bhai
New research shows fucoidan from brown seaweed may block norovirus by forming a protective shield against infection.
HealthSeaweed compound may block norovirus infection – helping 685 million people each yearHannah Shavit-Weiner
Swedish researchers found gut bacteria patterns linked to type 2 diabetes years before diagnosis, pointing to earlier risk detection.
HealthGut microbes linked to type 2 diabetes years before diagnosisMac Oliveau
A new one-hour brush swab test could detect oral cancer early and cut unnecessary painful mouth biopsies for many patients.
HealthNew one-hour brush swab test can detect oral cancers without painful biopsiesHannah Shavit-Weiner
A new study links 6PPD-quinone, a tire-wear pollutant, to genes and pathways involved in Alzheimer’s disease.
HealthVehicle tire wear pollution linked to Alzheimer’s risk – impacting over 30 million people globallyMac Oliveau
A University of Reading study reveals how microbes shape artisan cheese flavor and may support gut health through fermentation and aging.
HealthScientists discover what gives artisan cheeses their distinct flavorsRebecca Shavit
Scientists have developed a blood test that reveals how fast your organs are aging, offering early warnings for disease and lifespan risks.
HealthNew blood test finds different body parts age at different speedsMac Oliveau
Tiny sugar chains in your body may reveal disease risk years early, opening the door to faster, personalized care.
HealthScientists discover sugar molecules that predict disease years earlyJoshua Shavit
Melatonin may modestly reduce chronic musculoskeletal pain and improve sleep, according to a new University of Sydney review.
HealthMelatonin may ease chronic pain while improving sleep, study findsMac Oliveau
A major genetics study uncovers how ancient human mixing in Oceania still affects immunity, evolution, and modern health.
HealthAncient DNA in Oceania reveals hidden human evolution and health insightsRebecca Shavit
A major review found dementia prevention campaigns often raise awareness but rarely drive lasting lifestyle change.
HealthNearly half of dementia cases can be prevented, study findsMac Oliveau
A new study suggests drought, not conflict with modern humans, may explain why Homo floresiensis vanished from Flores.
DiscoveriesNew fossil discovery explains the disappearance of the Flores ‘Hobbits’ 61,000 years agoJoseph Shavit
A new exoskeleton system lets therapists and stroke patients move together, improving walking recovery and engagement.
HealthNew exoskeleton teaches stroke patients to walk with therapist guidanceShy Cohen
Transparent jellyfish reveal how epithelial wounds switch between crawling, contraction, and group movement to heal fast.
HealthJellyfish can heal wounds in minutes. Could humans be next?Hannah Shavit-Weiner