Researchers have successfully developed a deep learning model that classifies pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), the most common form of pancreatic
Month: December 2024
Diagnosing and managing blast injuries
The prevalence of armed conflicts, terrorist attacks and industrial accidents necessitates clinician understanding of blast injuries in both civilian and
Why deep sleep is helpful for memory
It has been known for nearly 20 years that slow, synchronous electrical waves in the brain during deep sleep support
Ugh, my stomach: Identifying amino acids that prevent sporulation in food poisoning
Food poisoning is a common, yet unpleasant, illness caused by eating contaminated items. It is sometimes caused by Clostridium perfringens,
Study likely to change standard of care for deadly strokes
Endovascular therapy, or EVT, — a minimally invasive surgery performed inside the blood vessels — is 2 ½ times more
More dense, populated neighborhoods inspire people to walk more
Adding strong evidence in support of “walkable” neighborhoods, a large national study found that the built environment can indeed increase
Common brain network links brain atrophy patterns seen in schizophrenia
A new study led by investigators from Mass General Brigham has identified a unique brain network that links varied patterns
A dial for tuning the immune system: Discovery sheds light on why COVID makes some sicker than others
For years, scientists have looked to a critical piece of immune system machinery — known as the interferon pathway —
Antidepressants may act in gut to reduce depression and anxiety
Most of us have experienced the effects of moods and emotions on our gastrointestinal tract, from “butterflies” in the stomach
Fluctuating blood pressure tied to problems with thinking skills
Older adults whose blood pressure fluctuates over time may be more likely to have problems with thinking and memory skills,