A batch of the drug-delivery microparticles – these ones are made of zinc oxide, although other materials can be usedDong Wook Kim / Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems, colorization: ETH ZurichMedications, whether taken orally or intravenously, often spread throughout the body instead of targeting the specific area where they are needed. However, this...
Samples of the implant material created in the lab. (University of Nottingham)When skin is injured, blood clots naturally initiate the healing process. Building on this mechanism, scientists have created a blood-based implant that accelerates and enhances tissue repair, particularly for broken bones.The research team describes this innovation as a "biocooperative regenerative" material. By incorporating synthetic...
Credit: PixabayResearchers have linked a specific type of body fat to the buildup of abnormal brain proteins—hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease—up to 20 years before the earliest symptoms of dementia appear. This finding, presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), highlights the potential for lifestyle changes targeting visceral fat...
Credit: PixabayExotic mushrooms like Lion's mane have garnered attention for their medicinal benefits, but common varieties, such as the white button mushroom, may also offer immune-boosting effects.The white button mushroom (Agaricus bisporus) is the world’s most cultivated edible mushroom. Although not typically seen as medicinal, emerging studies suggest its extract may help slow or...
An artist's impression of CRISPR getting to work on cancer cells with the help of ultrasound pulsesWang Lab and Pepper WorkshopResearchers have developed an innovative gene therapy for cancer that can be remotely activated in specific areas of the body. The approach uses a version of CRISPR that responds to ultrasound pulses and has...
(Nanshu Lu)Traditional non-invasive brain imaging methods involve electrodes, sticky gels, and wires, which can be uncomfortable, unsightly, and time-consuming. However, scientists have recently developed a promising alternative in the form of temporary electronic tattoos.E-Tattoos: A More Comfortable and Accurate AlternativeThese e-tattoos use liquid ink applied to the scalp. In a recent study, they proved...
Credit: DepositphotosAs a clinical microbiologist, I always assumed it was common knowledge that kissing a newborn on the head was a bad idea. However, Dr. Karan Raj, an NHS surgeon, recently posted a TikTok warning about the risks of kissing babies, which seemed to be news for many viewers, judging by the thousands of...
Credit: DepositphotosA research team from the University of Vienna, headed by medicinal chemist Markus Muttenthaler, has introduced a novel class of oral peptide therapeutic candidates to address chronic abdominal pain.This innovative approach provides a safe, non-opioid alternative for managing conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), which impact millions globally....
Illustrative example of damaged skin, in this case from sunburn. Credit: DepositphotosA rare and potentially life-threatening skin condition with devastating effects might finally have a cure.What begins as a mild rash can quickly escalate, with over 30 percent of the skin blistering and peeling away in sheets. The condition typically starts on the face...
Credit: PixabayThe blood pressure medication rilmenidine has shown potential to slow aging and extend lifespan in animal studies, raising the possibility of similar benefits for humans. If effective, it could promote longer, healthier lives without the challenges of extreme calorie restriction.Previous research revealed that rilmenidine mimics the effects of caloric restriction at a cellular...
