Category: Health

Scientists at Osaka Metropolitan University have unearthed a promising new approach to combating Parkinson’s disease through naturally occurring antioxidants in seaweed. The study, led by Associate Professor Akiko Kojima-Yuasa, focuses on Ecklonia cava, a type of seaweed, and its polyphenols, aiming to address the neurodegenerative disease which affects millions worldwide. Parkinson’s disease, characterized by the…

Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have achieved a pivotal breakthrough in precision medicine. They have successfully mapped the interactions of 144 active substances with approximately 8,000 proteins, potentially unlocking unknown therapeutic benefits of existing medications. This pioneering study, driven by advanced proteomics and the innovative decryptE method, could pave the way for…

Researchers led by UC San Diego have made a groundbreaking advancement by developing a wearable, non-invasive device capable of measuring human cervical nerve activity in clinical settings for the first time. The groundbreaking technology, capable of recording Autonomic Neurography (ANG), could revolutionize the early detection and treatment of inflammatory conditions such as sepsis. This innovative…

In a remarkable breakthrough, researchers from Virginia Tech have discovered that SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, is widespread among several wildlife species, particularly in areas with high human activity. This significant finding, published in the journal Nature Communications, extends the understanding of virus transmission beyond human populations and emphasizes the need for broader surveillance.…

The Texas Heart Institute, in collaboration with BiVACOR®, has made a historic stride in cardiac care with the successful first-in-human implantation of the BiVACOR Total Artificial Heart (TAH). This pioneering procedure was performed on July 9, 2024, at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center as part of the FDA-approved Early Feasibility Study. The BiVACOR TAH, constructed…

Researchers at Cornell University have made a significant breakthrough, providing the first evidence of mammal-to-mammal transmission of the highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 virus. This discovery could have far-reaching implications for both animal and human health. The study, set to be published in the journal Nature, documents how the influenza virus spilled over from birds…

With mosquito-borne viral infections spreading far beyond tropical regions, global health faces a daunting challenge. Dengue virus, in particular, has become a major concern, infecting up to 400 million people each year worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. Despite its prevalence, there are currently no available treatments for this debilitating disease. However, groundbreaking research…

A recent study conducted by veterinary researchers at Ohio State University suggests that pet cats may serve as excellent animal models for studying the origins and treatments of obesity in humans. The study delved into the intricate world of feline gut microbes by analyzing fecal samples from overweight cats as they underwent four distinct dietary…

In a revelatory study, the UC Davis MIND Institute and the Baby Siblings Research Consortium have discovered that siblings of autistic children have a 20% risk of being diagnosed with autism themselves. This incidence is approximately seven times higher than that of infants with no autistic siblings. Decades of Research Culminate in New Findings Sally…