Cart is empty Experts from the University of Nottingham have proven that multiple sclerosis (MS) can successfully be diagnosed using an MRI scan, meaning patients no longer need to undergo a painful lumbar puncture.
Protein complex discovery may unlock DNA repair mechanism in Huntington’s disease
Huntington’s disease is a genetic disorder that kills nerve cells in the brain, causing people to lose their cognitive and motor abilities. New research led by Thomas Jefferson University researcher Anna Pluciennik, Ph.D. is revealing the molecular pathways behind the disease. Along with graduate researcher Fenglin Li, research associate Ashutosh Phadte, and postdoctoral research fellow Mayuri Bhatia, she and the rest of her team found a protein complex that fixes abnormal DNA and could be a potential target for Huntington’s disease.
NIH scientists still face layoffs despite RFK Jr.’s reassurances
Some of the nation’s top brain researchers are still facing layoffs, even after U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said no working scientists would be cut.
Advanced genomics study improves detection of hard-to-find diarrheal infections
A University of Liverpool study has used advanced genetic and genomic techniques to offer a major step forward in understanding and diagnosing infectious intestinal diseases. The research is published in the journal Genome Medicine.
Radiologists share tips to prevent AI bias
Radiologists, computer scientists and informaticists outline pitfalls and best practices to mitigate bias in artificial intelligence (AI) models in an article published today in Radiology.
Shorter MRI exam effectively detects cancer in dense breasts
Abbreviated breast MRI shortens exam time while retaining a high level of diagnostic accuracy of breast cancer in women with extremely dense breasts, according to an article published today in Radiology.
Nicotine pouch use in teens linked to lower risk for continued vaping
Nicotine pouch use in adolescence is associated with a lower likelihood of continued vaping, according to a study published in Pediatrics.
Orthopedic surgeon offers tips to prevent injuries while biking
Bicycling is a great way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors. Whether you’re a recreational rider or a daily commuter, it’s important to protect your hands and wrists. Dr. Sanj Kakar, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon specializing in hands and wrists, shares practical tips to prevent injuries while biking.
T cell cytokines found to influence tumor-immune interactions in metastases
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center investigators report that T cell interferon-γ (IFNγ) orchestrates a dendritic-cell–natural-killer-cell circuit that suppresses leptomeningeal metastases in mouse models.
Liver cancer cells under pressure: Compression can spark invasion, drug resistance and altered gene activity
Yale researchers are providing new insights into how physical forces, such as cells being compressed in physically restrictive environments, play key roles in cancer progression.