"What we do frequently becomes easier not because the nature of the task changes, but because our ability to do it increases." Unknown Author.Fasting is a millenary activity. Exercised by several people worldwide. We may assume that all religions around the globe practice a certain kind of fast and that its benefits for the...
Brain. Credit: Unsplash.Researchers at Neurona Therapeutics, a biotech company based in San Francisco, have achieved a remarkable reduction of over 90 percent in seizures experienced by two epilepsy patients through a brain injection. The patients were administered NRTX-1001, an experimental cell therapy developed by the company. Prior to the treatment, the patients were suffering...
Researchers have stimulated pancreatic stem cells to develop into insulin-producing cells by administering a cocktail of medications. Credit: New Atlas.Researchers used a medication typically used to treat cancer with a naturally occurring anti-inflammatory to encourage pancreatic stem cells to develop into cells that produce insulin. The study results may one day help...
Rice blast in a California rice crop. US and Chinese researchers used CRISPR genome editing to create a high-yielding rice variety resistant to this major fungal pest. Credit: UCANR.A recent study published in the journal Nature on June 14 reports that a group of scientists, including researchers from the University of California, Davis, and...
Traditional application of treatment. Credit: CanvasTiny particles called nanoparticles are used to transport special molecules called small interfering RNA (siRNA) to help slow down the progression of a type of blood cancer called multiple myeloma. These nanoparticles act like delivery vehicles to bring the siRNA to the right place in the body and help...
Patients have the potential to self-administer the medication independently within the comfort of their own environment. Credit: Depositphotos.At present, the timely administration of treatment within a few hours of experiencing a stroke is critical for favorable recovery outcomes. However, in the future, this may change with the introduction of newly developed nasal drops, which...
Credit: CC0 Public DomainReputable researchers from the University of Sheffield have revealed a stunning discovery in a ground-breaking study: mild cleansers are just as good at killing viruses, including the coronavirus, as solid soaps. Healthcare practitioners who often use skin-friendly cleansers to prevent or treat irritating contact dermatitis—a common skin ailment characterized by redness,...
A group of scientists in China has created an innovative solar-powered contraption that effectively cleanses water, making it safe for consumption. Credit: eduardkraft/DepositphotosThe University of Science and Technology of China has made a breakthrough in water purification by introducing a unique wooden device that utilizes bacteria to construct essential nanostructures, enabling evaporation as a...
Credit: CanvaAccording to a new study released in the journal Reproductive Health, giving birth patients report more positive experiences when treated by midwives in hospitals and community settings than by physicians. Additionally, those getting midwifery care at home or birth centers reported much better experiences than those in hospital settings.Physicians tend to most U.S....
Scientists have utilized genome editing technology to create a chicken egg with reduced allergenic properties. Image Credit: CanvasAllergies to eggs are highly prevalent among children and can be provoked by various food items, including vaccines. However, scientists have recently utilized genome editing technology to create a chicken egg that could potentially be consumed by...
