CT scan of the thymus reveals immune system aging
Thymus, a small and relatively unknown organ, may play a bigger role in the immune system of adults than was previously believed.
World-first clinical trial offers new hope in the treatment of mild cognitive impairment among older people
Western Sydney University's NICM Health Research Institute has led a world-first clinical trial in Australia that offers new hope in the treatment of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) among older people.
What’s on the menu for elite soccer players? Study reveals dietary habits vary by gender and competition level
Recent study reveals that the dietary habits of elite soccer players are influenced by their competitive levels and gender, with males favoring carbs and females leaning towards lean meats. The…
Maternal pertussis vaccination boosts infant protection up to eight months
In a large-scale Australian study, maternal vaccination during pregnancy significantly increased pertussis resistance in infants up to eight months. While it slightly reduced the effectiveness of infants' routine vaccinations, it…
Specific navigational errors may indicate early signs of Alzheimer’s disease
People with early Alzheimer's disease have difficulty turning when walking, according to a new study using virtual reality led by UCL researchers.
New AI tool predicts future viral variants using evolutionary, biological information
The COVID-19 pandemic seemed like a never-ending parade of SARS-CoV-2 variants, each equipped with new ways to evade the immune system, leaving the world bracing for what would come next.
$15.4 million grant will target recruitment of medical students to better care for underserved populations
A new $15.4 million grant will help Indiana University School of Medicine recruit and educate medical students to better care for underserved populations, in hopes of improving health care across…
Chronic kidney disease may increase risk of sudden cardiac arrest among Hispanic/Latino adults
Chronic kidney disease may increase risk and predict sudden cardiac arrest among Hispanic/Latino adults, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open…
Scientists identify nearly a dozen genes responsible for coronary artery calcification
An international team of scientists has identified nearly a dozen genes that contribute to calcium buildup in our coronary arteries that can lead to life-threatening coronary artery disease, a condition…
New AI model can identify neuroanatomical regions vulnerable to age-related changes
The aging brain undergoes structural and cellular changes that can impact function and increase susceptibility to neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's disease.