Guardians of the Womb: The Trophoblast Organoids Reinventing Fetal Safety
Researchers from Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) overcome scientific roadblocks and develop a model to assess the biology of the human placental barrier. During…
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Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU), established in 1928, is a premier institution in Japan specializing in medical and dental education, research, and clinical care. Located in the bustling city of Tokyo, TMDU is renowned for its cutting-edge research, high-quality educational programs, and comprehensive medical and dental services. The university offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, focusing on producing skilled professionals and innovative researchers in the fields of medicine, dentistry, and health sciences. TMDU’s commitment to excellence is reflected in its state-of-the-art facilities, collaborative research initiatives, and strong partnerships with international institutions. The university’s strategic emphasis on integrating research, education, and clinical practice ensures that it remains at the forefront of advancements in health care and biomedical sciences.
Scientists Unveil Promising New Treatment for a Common Hereditary Nerve Disease
Scientists at Tokyo Medical and Dental University have created a new genome-editing method that lowers the levels of proteins causing illness and associated problems in…
Machine Learning Predicts Sight Loss: A Breakthrough in Eye Health
Researchers from Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) develop models based on machine learning that predict long-term visual acuity in patients with high myopia, one…
Hidden Peril in Your Mouth: Scientists Discover That a Common Oral Pathogen Increases Heart Attack Damage
Scientists at Tokyo Medical and Dental University have discovered that the gum disease-causing bacterium Porphyromonas gingivalis can disrupt the merging of autophagosomes and lysosomes. This…
Scientists Discover Surprising Consequence of a High-Fat Diet During Pregnancy
It’s common knowledge that maintaining a healthy diet is important, particularly during pregnancy. Consuming a high-fat diet can have severe impacts on metabolism, increasing the…
Calcium: A Key Player for a Promising and Safe Brain Treatment?
Scientists at Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) have discovered that the side effects associated with treating brain disorders using antisense oligonucleotides are linked to…
New Pill Replicates Exercise and Strengthens Muscle
A drug has been identified by researchers at Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) that replicates the benefits of exercise on mice’s bones and muscles….
Body vs. Brain: Scientists Discover Evidence for an Autoimmune Cause of Schizophrenia
Scientists identify an autoantibody that may cause schizophrenia in some individuals. Researchers from Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) have discovered that some people with…
Finally, a Supplement That Actually Boosts Memory – Many Already Take It for Better Sleep
Researchers at Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) in Japan show that melatonin and its metabolites promote the formation of long-term memories in mice and…
Instant Human Liver and Pancreas? Not Quite, but a Better Way to Grow Multiple Organs [Video]
A research team centered at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC) and Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) developed an improved method to grow an…