Researchers at the University Health Network and University of Toronto have discovered a new biotherapeutic molecule—produced by a strain of
Month: June 2023
Researchers identify novel mechanism of hepatic gluconeogenesis via PHD3-mediated hydroxylation of CRTC2
A team led by Prof. Li Yu from the Shanghai Institute of Nutrition and Health (SINH) of the Chinese Academy
Discovery of neurons that allow mice to recognize others
Researchers from the Center for Cognition and Sociality (CCS) within the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) recently announced the discovery
Researchers identify several new genetic risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease unique to Ashkenazi Jews
Alzheimer’s disease (AD), the most common neurodegenerative disorder in the world, affects individuals of all races and ethnicities; however, most
Want long-term contraception? There are more effective options than the pill—but they can be hard to find
,Australians’ access to a range of contraceptive options depends on where they live and how wealthy they are. A recent parliamentary
Researchers use ‘deep sequencing’ to identify previously undescribed genetic variants in vascular anomalies
Researchers from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) recently discovered that extremely thorough “deep sequencing” of the genome in tissue samples
Being socially active in mid-late life linked to 30–50% lower dementia risk
People who are socially engaged when middle aged and beyond are 30-50% less likely to develop dementia later on, finds
Mortality high for children whose caregivers decline tracheostomies, study shows
Forty percent of critically ill children whose parents or other caregivers declined tracheostomies died within 24 months, and half of
Worried about cataracts? Here’s what you need to know
Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness around the world, but surgery can restore vision. “Unlike many of the other
Cutting breakfast carbs can benefit people with type 2 diabetes, study confirms
An international team, led by UBC Okanagan researchers, suggests a simple tweak to the first meal of the day might
