An Enzyme Enigma Discovered in the Abyss
May 12, 2024 10:15 am | by University of Bristol | News | CommentsScientists have uncovered the secret of the 'Mona Lisa of chemical reactions' - in a bacterium that lives at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean. It is hoped the discovery could lead to the development of new antibiotics and other medical treatments.
New Technique Enhances Nanomedicine by Making Organs Transparent
May 12, 2024 9:43 am | by Bevin Fletcher, Associate Editor | Videos | CommentsOne of the hurdles of realizing the promise of nanoparticles is that scientists can’t view where they go or how the nanoparticles interact with structures once they are inside of the body. A new technique seeks to overcome that challenge.
The Gut-Brain Connection: Inflammation and MS
May 12, 2024 9:34 am | by Bevin Fletcher, Associate Editor | News | CommentsIn a new study researchers from Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women’s Hospital find a connection between gut bacteria and the activity of cells in the brain that influence inflammation and neurodegeneration.
Zika Virus Envelope (E) Protein Antibody
May 11, 2024 10:18 am | by Kerafast Inc. | Kerafast | Product Releases | CommentsThe new Zika Virus Envelope (E) Protein Antibody from Kerafast, Inc. is a human serum specimen containing polyclonal antibodies induced by natural infection with the Zika virus.
A Potential New Personalized Approach to Treating Diabetes
May 11, 2024 10:15 am | by Washington University in St. Louis | News | CommentsSignaling a potential new approach to treating diabetes, researchers have produced insulin-secreting cells from stem cells derived from patients with type 1 diabetes.
Performing Cellular Surgery with a Laser-powered Nanoblade
May 11, 2024 10:09 am | by Cell Press | News | CommentsTo study certain aspects of cells, researchers need the ability to take the innards out, manipulate them, and put them back. Options for this kind of work are limited, but researchers describe a 'nanoblade' that can slice through a cell's membrane to insert mitochondria.
New Approach to Genetic Analysis Yields Markers Linked to Complex Diseases
May 11, 2024 10:04 am | by Anne Trafton, MIT News Office | News | CommentsBy combining information on gene-disease associations with maps of chemical modifications known as epigenomic marks, which control what genes are turned on, researchers were able to identify additional genetic contributors to a heritable cardiac disorder that makes people more susceptible to heart failure. This strategy could also shed light on many other inherited diseases.
Urine Test Could Simplify Zika Virus Detection
May 11, 2024 9:58 am | by Mike Stobbe, AP Medical Writer | News | CommentsA urine-based test for Zika virus infection has shown to be more effective than the common blood-based one for many patients, a development that could make testing for the infection easier.
Common Antacid Linked to Accelerated Vascular Aging
May 11, 2024 9:55 am | by Houston Methodist | News | CommentsChronic use of some drugs for heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) speeds up the aging of blood vessels, according to a new paper. This accelerated aging in humans could lead to increased cardiovascular disease, vascular dementia and renal failure.
Streamlining Biomedical Research by Making Genetic Data More Searchable
May 11, 2024 9:49 am | by The Scripps Research Institute | News | CommentsA team of scientists is expanding web services to make biomedical research more efficient. With their free, public projects, MyGene.info and MyVariant.info, researchers around the world have a faster way to spot new connections between genes and disease.
How Algae Could Save Plants from Themselves
May 11, 2024 9:44 am | by Carnegie Institution for Science | News | CommentsNew work reveals a protein that is necessary for green algae to achieve such remarkable efficiency. The discovery of this protein is an important first step in harnessing the power of green algae for agriculture.
Pesticide Exposure May be Associated with Increased Risk of ALS
May 11, 2024 9:24 am | by Bevin Fletcher, Associate Editor | News | CommentsWhile doctors do not know what causes the majority of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) cases, a new study suggests that cumulative exposure to pesticides is associated with an increased risk of developing the debilitating disease.
Filter Replacement Alarm System
May 10, 2024 10:18 am | by Terra Universal Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsTerra Universal's Filter Replacement Alarm System is installed into HEPA or ULPA fan/filter units to monitor filters for replacement. This alarm, in the form of a flashing light, alerts personnel of the need to install a new air filter.
New Material Temporarily Tightens Skin
May 10, 2024 10:14 am | by Anne Trafton, MIT News Office | News | CommentsScientists have developed a new material, a 'second skin' polymer that can temporarily protect and tighten skin, and smooth wrinkles. With further development, it could also be used to deliver drugs to help treat skin conditions such as eczema and other types of dermatitis.
Small Brain Area Plays Key Role in Making Everyday Decisions
May 10, 2024 10:09 am | by Washington University in St. Louis | News | CommentsChoosing what shirt to buy, what to order for lunch or whether to go with the hearty red wine or the lighter white all involve assigning values to the options. A small brain structure plays a central role in the many decisions like this we make each day. But it hasn't been clear how a limited number of neurons in this small part of the brain can support an unlimited number of choices.
