Understanding Alzheimer’s disease using gene-network tools
New research has found a novel way to identify genes that are implicated in the neurodegenerative disorder known as Alzheimer's disease using gene-network tools.
Using...
Alzheimer’s disease trial links high amyloid levels with early stage disease
Findings from a new trial have highlighted that higher levels of the amyloid protein in the brain represent an early stage of Alzheimer's disease.
The...
Pre-clinical study finds sponge molecule exhibits anti-cancer properties
A new, pre-clinical study has unveiled that a sea sponge molecule exhibits anti-cancer properties, helping help to stop the growth of cervical cancer cells.
A...
Research to look at immune system’s seasonal ability to fight a virus
Groundbreaking new research will be investigating the immune system’s ability to fight viruses as the seasons change.
The research will investigate if an immune system...
New findings show hereditary defect causes certain brain tumours
Certain dangerous brain tumours – called medulloblastoma – that affect children are caused by a hereditary genetic defect.
According to new research published in the...
Chemical from fracking could interfere with male reproductive hormones
Research has shown that a chemical used in hydraulic fracturing – known as fracking – could potentially interfere with male reproductive hormones.
According to a...
More effective pneumonia vaccine on the horizon
A more effective and less expensive pneumonia novel vaccine is on the horizon thanks to new research.
The novel vaccine against pneumonia, developed by researchers...
The endocrine system: steroids put patients at high risk for COVID-19
Patients with endocrine system related diseases, and those who are taking a class of steroid medications called glucocorticoids, are at high risk for COVID-19.
The...
Research links hypothyroidism to long working hours
New research has linked hypothyroidism in adults – or an underactive thyroid – to long working hours.
The research has shown that adults who work...
New findings on melorheostosis could pave the way for future treatments
Researchers have put forward new insights that may inform the search for new treatments for melorheostosis.
Researchers at the National Institutes of Health have discovered...
COVID-19: first comprehensive estimates from mainland China
The first comprehensive estimates from mainland China of the proportion of people with COVID-19 who required hospitalisation, and latest death rate estimates, both show...
Laboratory model looking at how a HIV infection impacts the brain
Scientists have used a newly developed laboratory model of three types of brain cells to reveal how a HIV infection can impact the brain.
The...
Manchester scientists and clinicians respond to COVID-19 crisis
In an unprecedented move, scientists and clinicians across Greater Manchester have formed a rapid response research group to find ways to beat the COVID-19...
Maintaining vitamin D receptor levels could protect against diabetes
A new study has suggested that maintaining vitamin D receptor levels in insulin-producing cells could help to protect against diabetes.
Maintaining vitamin D receptor (VDR)...
Researchers identify antibody link between epilepsy and brain inflammation
New research has identified a mechanism that explains the link between epilepsy and brain inflammation that could help with new therapies against certain forms...
Asthma: high levels of iron in the lung linked to increased severity
According to new research, a build-up of iron levels in the lung cells and tissues is associated with worse asthma symptoms and lower lung...
New neurodegenerative brain disorder discovered in children
A new study has uncovered a neurodegenerative brain disorder that can be experienced by children.
A study has uncovered a new neurodegenerative disorder in which...
Molecule in lymphatic system implicated in autoimmune diseases
A new study has revealed how a molecule in the lymphatic system could have the potential to play a role in autoimmune diseases.
A study...
New study shows three-drug combination reduces COPD patient mortality
New research has revealed that a three-drug combination was effective in reducing the mortality rate in patients suffering with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
According...
Gene therapy may hold key to treating life-threatening Danon disease
A new study has found that gene therapy improved cardiac, muscle and liver function in Danon disease mouse models.
Danon disease is a very rare,...
