By analyzing your DNA and RNA with a computational pipeline and a curated database of pathogens, the mNGS system leads to far quicker diagnoses of rare diseasesGrumpyBeere / Pixabay (AI generated)Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) have developed an innovative genomic test capable of rapidly detecting nearly any pathogen in a...
Image from PixabayScientists have developed an ultra-sensitive nanoscale sensor capable of detecting lung cancer by analyzing the levels of a chemical called isoprene in exhaled breath. This breakthrough may lead to a non-invasive, affordable way to catch the disease at an early stage, potentially saving numerous lives.Isoprene is released during the body’s process of...
Credit: PixabayAuthor John Steinbeck once remarked, "It is a common experience that a problem difficult at night is resolved in the morning after the committee of sleep has worked on it."Many others have reported that they developed breakthroughs and innovations through dreams. Recent sleep science research suggests that modern findings support these claims.A 2024...
Credit: DepositphotosMedications such as Ozempic and Wegovy are well-known for their ability to aid weight loss, but some scientists are now investigating how these drugs may affect muscle mass.In a recent commentary published in The Lancet, an international group of researchers highlights the lack of sufficient studies on the impact of GLP-1 receptor agonists...
Credit: PixabayReducing sugar intake during the first 1,000 days of life may decrease the risk of chronic diseases, according to a wartime study. Researchers from the University of Southern California, the University of California, Berkeley, and McGill University in Canada used a UK database to investigate the long-term effects of sugar consumption from early...
This bioelectronic device delivers gentle electrical signals to bacteria that prevents the formation of biofilm, stopping dangerous infectionsUniversity of Chicago/University of California San DiegoNeed for Innovative Infection ControlAs antibiotic-resistant bacteria continue to proliferate, we need innovative methods to combat infections. A new patch offers a promising solution. By delivering a gentle electric shock, this...
Credit: PixabayResearchers are piecing together the complex relationship between gut health and Alzheimer's disease, revealing yet another connection between our digestive system and brain function. Animal studies have shown that gut microbes can transmit Alzheimer's to young mice, reinforcing this link.Furthermore, a 2023 study supports the idea that inflammation may be the mechanism behind...
Credit: PixabayThe European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) reported on Wednesday that it had identified hazardous, banned chemicals in hundreds of cosmetic products sold throughout Europe.Moreover, the Helsinki-based agency inspected nearly 4,500 cosmetic products across 13 European countries, discovering that six percent—or 285 products—contained substances prohibited for their harmful health effects.Hazardous Chemicals Found Across a Range...
A patient with encephalitis lethargica in 1925. (Public Domain Mark/Wellcome Collection)In the film Awakenings, Robert De Niro's character laments, "People have forgotten what life is all about" after he revives from a 30-year shutdown state. This film, based on Dr. Oliver Sacks' true story, explores the lives of individuals impacted by encephalitis lethargica, or "sleepy...
Taking melatonin at the right time, in the right dose, could get you a solid night's sleep, says a new study~. Credit: PixabayMelatonin is a well-known supplement for individuals who have difficulty achieving restful sleep. However, determining the right dosage and the ideal time to take it has often involved trial and error. A...
