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Pain reliever use in pregnancy shows no link to child neurodevelopmental disorders, study finds
Extensive study explores acetaminophen use during pregnancy, analyzing its potential association with intellectual disability, ADHD, and autism in children, and ultimately finding no link when considering sibling analyses to control for unmeasured confounding factors.
Tumor microbiomes offer new insights for enhancing cancer therapies
Comprehensive review reveals the significant impact of tumor-resident bacteria on metastatic cancer, showing how microbiome genomes influence tumor biology, immune system response, and treatment effectiveness. It lays the groundwork for utilizing bacteria-focused therapies to complement traditional cancer treatments.
Older adults' social patterns shift post-pandemic, study finds
Years after the U.S. began to slowly emerge from mandatory COVID-19 lockdowns, more than half of older adults still spend more time at home and less time socializing in public spaces than they did pre-pandemic, according to new University of Colorado Boulder research.
Rethinking the germ theory: A balanced take on microbes and disease outcomes
Review explores the complexities of infectious disease outcomes through a balanced perspective, emphasizing the interplay between pathogenic microbes and host conditions, challenging the traditional germ-disease theory by proposing a more integrated view that considers both pathogen virulence and host immunity's impact on disease manifestation.
Study shows GHRH antagonist's role in AML drug resistance
A new research paper was published in Oncotarget's Volume 15 on April 8, 2024, entitled, "Exploring the role of GHRH antagonist MIA-602 in overcoming Doxorubicin-resistance in acute myeloid leukemia."
Researchers create novel drug that can prevent flu-induced lung injury
Infection with the influenza virus leads to lung injury through inflammation over-activation that causes collateral damage to cells required for breathing.
Screening for alcohol use disorder gets a diagnostic accuracy check-up
Study systematically reviews the effectiveness of various screening tools for alcohol use disorder (AUD) according to the DSM-5 criteria, highlighting the need for precise and reliable methods to identify individuals at risk across different demographics, including pregnant women and different age groups.
Study unlocks how cortisone activates the body’s natural “brakes” on inflammation
Cortisone and other related glucocorticoids are extremely effective at curbing excessive immune reactions.
Human-wildlife interface: Starling movements linked to E. coli carriage
Research unveils how spotless starlings' movements, monitored via GPS, relate to the carriage and potential spread of Escherichia coli (E. coli), emphasizing the significant role of bird movement patterns in transmitting pathogens across different environments.
Newly discovered genetic variant reduces the odds of developing Alzheimer's disease
Columbia researchers have discovered a genetic variant that reduces the odds of developing Alzheimer's disease by up to 70% and may be protecting thousands of people in the United States from the disease.
New sleep-enhancing nutraceutical blend falls short in clinical trial
Study investigates the impact of a unique nutraceutical blend, combining L-theanine with valerian, saffron, and lemon balm extracts, on improving sleep quality, finding no significant difference compared to a placebo in individuals experiencing poor sleep.
Unraveling the complex web of rectal infections and the microbiome in MSM
Study delves into the relationships between various sexually transmitted infections, including Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis, Torquetenovirus, and high-risk HPV, and their effects on the anorectal microbiome among men who have sex with men (MSM), unveiling complex interactions that may influence infection outcomes and treatment strategies.
Three early-phase clinical studies show promising initial data for patients with lymphoma, gastric cancers
Three early-phase clinical studies presented by researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting 2024 show promising initial data for patients with lymphoma, gastric or gastroesophageal junction cancers, and specific molecularly selected tumors.
Deciphering cancer plasticity:Insights from MSK research
About 90% of deaths from cancer are a result of metastasis -; that is, from cancer's ability to spread from an initial primary tumor to seed new tumors throughout the body, often in the lungs, liver, and brain.
SciY launches new BioDrive tool and registration module for enhanced data management and collaboration in molecular biology research
The new Arxspan BioDrive is a tool for molecular biology that provides cross-functional research teams with a single, integrated data management platform.
Avian flu's leap to humans: Understanding risks and prevention strategies
Comprehensive report by the EFSA and ECDC delves into the factors that could prompt an avian influenza virus to evolve and potentially spark a pandemic, emphasizing the One Health approach for effective prevention and risk mitigation strategies.
Eating your way to less stress: Mediterranean diet linked to lower stress in Korean baby boomers
Study highlights a significant association between higher adherence to the Mediterranean diet and lower psychosocial stress levels among Korean baby boomers, suggesting dietary patterns as a modifiable risk factor for stress management in aging populations.
New study reveals lifestyle factors boosting IVF success
Study investigates the complex relationships between lifestyle choices, fertility-specific quality of life, and the success rates of assisted reproductive technology treatments, offering valuable insights for couples undergoing these treatments.
The global quest for the right balance of sodium and potassium in the diet
Comprehensive review contrasts global dietary sodium and potassium guidelines with Japan's, emphasizing the need for culturally tailored dietary recommendations to combat non-communicable diseases effectively.
Bio-Techne surpasses 10,000 peer-reviewed publications citing RNAscope technology
Bio-Techne Corporation today announced that Advanced Cell Diagnostics (ACD), part of Bio-Techne's Spatial Biology Division, has surpassed 10,000 peer-reviewed publications referencing the use and application of RNAscope™ ISH technology.