Scientists Have Discovered a “Powerhouse” Gene, Opening Doors to New Treatments for Kidney Disease
The gene WWP2 regulates the energy provided to cells that cause renal failure. Drugs can be developed to inhibit this gene to slow kidney damage….
The gene WWP2 regulates the energy provided to cells that cause renal failure. Drugs can be developed to inhibit this gene to slow kidney damage….
A healthier diet is associated with a reduced dementia risk and slower pace of aging, according to a new study at Columbia University Mailman School…
The Lancet published a study revealing a 6.2-year increase in global life expectancy since 1990, driven by reductions in major diseases. However, COVID-19 disrupted this…
Vitamin E binds itself to the pulmonary surfactant, inhibiting gas exchange and lung stability. The health risks associated with consumption of tobacco and cannabis products…
Dementia is a major health issue worldwide in the 21st century, impacting over 50 million people globally. This figure is expected to soar to 152…
Researchers at UC Santa Barbara, along with their international partners in Colombia, Brazil, and Germany, are making strides in comprehending the underlying mechanisms of Alzheimer’s…
Far-UVC light holds potential as an innovative approach to lower airborne virus concentrations in occupied indoor settings, yet its real-world efficacy remains unassessed. A new…
People with the condition have a 30% higher likelihood of not fully recovering from a COVID-19 infection. People who are ‘double jointed,’ a condition formally…
Adult stem cells play a crucial role in keeping tissue balance, with their diminished functionality tied to aging and related illnesses, affected by the surrounding…
Research reveals four key sleep patterns tied to health, stressing the importance of tailored interventions to enhance sleep quality and reduce chronic health risks. Poor…
Between 2014 and 2021, the overall rates of maternal mortality nearly doubled. A recent study from Northwestern Medicine reveals that the maternal mortality rate in…
A molecule found in the diet could play a significant role in slowing the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. A recent study conducted by scientists at…
Or Shemesh, Ph.D., a neurobiologist at the University of Pittsburgh, has received a three-year, $400,000 Trailblazer Award from the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and…
Abuse of Adderall among college students predisposes them to the use of alcohol, cannabis, and other substances. Taking “study drugs” like Adderall without a diagnosis…
A study published in Nature suggests that a subtype of Fusobacterium nucleatum underlies colorectal cancer growth in humans and could be useful in screening and…
Memory loss and learning difficulties are among the many confounding symptoms observed in individuals recovering from COVID-19. Yet little is known about the mechanisms of…
Highly adhesive and mechanically strong Dural Tough Adhesive addresses multiple limitations in the repair of the dural membrane lining the brain and spinal cord after…
A high-fat diet combined with surgery leads to long-term memory impairment due to brain inflammation, which can be prevented by DHA supplements, according to a…