Ancient genomes reveal deep roots of East Asian populations
Newly sequenced ancient genomes from Yunnan, China, have shed new light on human prehistory in East Asia.
Early allergen introduction reduces childhood food allergy risk
Investigating allergy prevention, this research highlights early intervention strategies and the promise of biologic treatments in managing allergic conditions.
New VR system transforms hand rehabilitation with load free design
In a significant advancement for hand rehabilitation, researchers from Zhengzhou University have introduced a non-hand-worn, load-free VR hand rehabilitation system that could boost therapy development for patients recovering from conditions…
New insights into decades-old bladder cancer treatment offers clues for immunotherapy
More than three decades ago, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) as the first immunotherapy against cancer. And it is still used today to treat…
Researchers report a new avenue for targeted drug delivery
A new avenue for targeted drug delivery has been proposed by researchers from The Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Higher BMI, not menopause age, increases hypothyroidism risk
Researchers analyzed over 15,000 postmenopausal Canadian women to investigate whether age at natural menopause influences the risk of developing overt hypothyroidism. The study found no association, but higher BMI was…
Genetic evolution of plague bacterium may have prolonged historic pandemics
Scientists at the Institut Pasteur and McMaster University have discovered that the evolution of a gene in the bacterium that causes bubonic plague, Yersinia pestis, may have prolonged the duration…
Genetic analysis shows leprosy was endemic in pre-colonial America
Long considered a disease brought to the Americas by European colonizers, leprosy may actually have a much older history on the American continent.
New mouse model sheds light on molecular triggers of aortic dissection
Due to the sudden rupture of the aortic wall, aortic dissection is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention, as it can lead to vascular collapse.
Study highlights scholastic needs of adolescents and young adults with cancer
Young patients with cancer need support when it comes to scholastic performance, which can be an empowering and motivating force during the challenges of cancer treatment, UF Health Cancer Center…