An injection of nanoparticles can prevent the body’s immune system from overreacting to trauma, potentially preventing some spinal cord injuries
Month: July 2019
CRISPR/Cas9-modified T cells could solve immunotherapy problems
There are two forms of T cell therapy: either a recipient receives cells from a donor, or the recipient’s own
Link between maternal obesity and childhood cancer
Using Pennsylvania birth records, the researchers found a correlation between pre-pregnancy body-mass index (BMI) in mothers and subsequent cancer diagnosis
Cancer killing capability of lesser-known immune cells
Esophageal cancer is a very aggressive type of cancer with poor prognosis, and the 5-year survival rate is typically less
Disparities in triple-negative breast cancer diagnoses
Previous U.S. studies have found racial disparities in triple-negative breast cancer diagnoses, but few have looked beyond the scope of
Link between impaired learning and Alzheimer’s
Having a family history of Alzheimer’s disease is a well-known risk factor for developing the condition, but the effects on
Moderate chromatin architectural defects increases longevity.
Chromatin stress refers to disruptions in the way DNA is packed within the nucleus of the cell,” said corresponding author
Ghrelin enhances memory
Ghrelin is produced in the stomach and secreted in anticipation of eating, and is known for its role to increase
Novel antibiotics effective without triggering resistance in mouse
Researchers from Inserm and Université de Rennes recently identified a new bacterial toxin which they transformed into potent antibiotics active
How the brain react to boredom
Traditionally, boredom gets a bad rap because many people believe that the state of boredom equates with a lack of