Zinc can restore immune function and reduce lung infections in people with cystic fibrosisAI-generated by DALL-EResearchers have identified zinc as crucial for combating lung infections in individuals with cystic fibrosis, as the genetic mutation responsible for the disease diminishes the natural ability of their immune cells to fight bacteria. This discovery may lead to...
Lead scientist Stephanie Fraley works with one of the possibly infected blood samples used in the studyDavid Baillot/UC San Diego Jacobs School of EngineeringA new technique that melts bacterial DNA in blood samples could diagnose life-threatening infections faster than before.Typically, to detect harmful bacteria in a person's bloodstream, a blood sample is cultured in...
A clinical trial will investigate the use of nose cartilage to regenerate knee joints severely worn by osteoarthritisDepositphotosResearchers, having previously demonstrated that a small amount of nasal cartilage can repair knee injuries, are now prepared to initiate a clinical trial to investigate its potential in regenerating severely worn-down joints affected by osteoarthritis. Successful outcomes...
Credit: DepositphotosMillions worldwide receive prescriptions for the medication finasteride, commonly known as Propecia or Proscar, to address male pattern baldness and enlarged prostate. However, a recent study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign suggests that it may offer an unexpected and potentially life-saving advantage: reducing cholesterol levels and decreasing the overall risk of cardiovascular...
Anti-obesity drugs alone may not be effective at maintaining weight loss. Credit: PixaobayCutting-edge medications for obesity such as injectable liraglutide, marketed as Saxenda, produce notable outcomes within the initial year. Recent studies investigate the sustainability of these results post-treatment cessation.Recently, there has been a rapid surge in popularity for the latest class of weight-loss...
Lab-grown testicles may advance our understanding of the organs and translate into new treatments for infertilityDepositphotosScientists have produced artificial testicle organoids closely mimicking authentic ones. This advancement offers a hopeful avenue for research, potentially enhancing our comprehension of organ development and leading to treatments for male infertility.Organoids, miniature 3D organs grown in labs mainly...
A first-in-human trial found that inhaled graphene oxide produce no short-term ill effectsDepositphotosA human trial found that inhaling an ultra-pure version of graphene, known as the "wonder material," didn't cause any immediate negative impacts on lung and cardiovascular health in a limited number of healthy participants. This pioneering study paves the way for exploring...
Using cannabis to manage stimulant cravings led to a reduction in use of crystal meth.Credit: PixaobayRecent studies reveal that regular consumers of crystal methamphetamine who integrated cannabis into their routine to curb cravings tended to decrease their usage of the stimulant, particularly among female users. These findings indicate the potential for a novel harm-reduction...
Need for speed: This non-invasive technique could help boost the success of fertility treatments. Credit: PixaobayResearchers have enhanced the movement of slow-moving sperm by as much as 266% through exposure to noninvasive 40-MHz ultrasound waves, prompting their motion. By examining the technique's effects on individual sperm cells, the study paves the way for novel...
Understanding how an egg's shell is anchored to its soft inner membrane could improve reconstructive surgeries, such as ligament repairs. Credit: PixaobayScientists have investigated the formation of the hard outer shell of a chicken egg, which is firmly attached to a soft inner membrane. They believe that the findings from this study could enhance...
