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Glowing molecule could help the fight against antibiotic resistance
A team of researchers has developed a glowing molecule that could help the fight against antibiotic resistance, by alerting doctors to what kind of...
Melatonin protects kidney damage caused by obesity with diabetes
Researchers have found that melatonin can protect kidney damage caused by obesity with diabetes.
Scientists from the University of Granada (UGR), the Hospital Universitario La...
Groundbreaking genome study of depression reveals genetic risk factors
Several new gene variants have been identified as increasing the risk factor for depression, in the largest genetic analysis of the condition to date.
The...
Liverpool pilot events did not impact COVID-19 infection rates
Pilot social events held in Liverpool did not significantly impact COVID-19 infection rates in the region, officials have confirmed.
Following four events held as part...
Immediate skin-to-skin contact improves pre-term babies’ survival chances
Immediate skin-to-skin contact and exclusive breastfeeding increases a premature baby’s chances of survival, a study has found.
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet, co-ordinated by the World...
Discovery could pave the way to new treatments for brain injuries
A mechanism has been identified which protects the brain from the effects of hypoxia – a potentially deadly deprivation of oxygen. The discovery could...
Reduction in IBS symptoms during COVID-19 lockdowns
A new study has revealed a reduction in symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients due to lower stress and more control over diet...
Discovery could change how skin inflammation and dermatologic conditions are treated
Researchers have discovered how the body regulates and prevents constant skin inflammation, a finding they say could completely transform how doctors think about skin...
Data reveals impact of COVID-19 on menopausal women
New data has revealed the impact that COVID-19 has had on menopausal women – with almost half experiencing an increase in worse mental health.
The...
Landmark study identifies cellular culprit for Type 1 diabetes
A landmark study has mapped the genetic underpinning for Type 1 diabetes, enabling the identification of a predictive causal role for specific cell types...
Second-hand smoke severely impacts cognitive function
A new research study has signified that cognitive impairments and a decreased body weight can be caused by chronic exposure to second-hand smoke.
The investigation,...
Alzheimer’s research takes leap forward with new discovery
Alzheimer’s disease research has taken a leap forward thanks to the discovery that pulsations of the cerebral arteries maintaining the brain’s cleaning system differ...
Combatting acute pancreatitis with new monoclonal antibody
A phase two global study has confirmed that the investigational drug evinacumab can successfully reduce triglycerides in patients with acute pancreatitis.
The study, led by...
Ovarian cancer deaths not reduced by screening, shows study
A trial of ovarian cancer screening has shown that it did not succeed in reducing ovarian cancer deaths, despite one of the methods detecting...
Breakthrough shows primary cilia may direct growth of lymphatic network
For the first time, scientists have discovered that mouse and human lymphatic endothelial cells use primary cilia which may direct the growth of a...
Simple sugar could be a new biomarker for severe multiple sclerosis
New research suggests that a simple sugar – N-acetylglucosamine – could be a biomarker for the development of progressive multiple sclerosis (MS).
MS manifests differently...
Project investigating COVID-19 blood vessel inflammation receives grant
A new project that will investigate the role of inflammation in blood vessel damage in COVID-19 patients has received a grant from Heart Research...
Greater risk of long-term health conditions for people with autism
A new study has indicated that people with autism display a higher likelihood of developing long-term health conditions than others.
The investigation, conducted by researchers...
Novel method for enhancing tumours’ response to treatment
A team of researchers have innovated a new strategy that increases tumour receptiveness to cancer drugs, potentially augmenting the effectiveness of chemotherapy treatments.
The research,...
COVID-19 long-term effects on young adults’ heart health
A novel study has indicated long-term blood vessel and heart health impacts for young adults who have suffered minor COVID-19 symptoms.
The research, conducted by...