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Endocrine Society's new Scientific Statement focuses on endocrine-related changes and aging
A new Scientific Statement released today by the Endocrine Society highlights the differences between aspects of aging that are normal and sometimes over-treated, and those such as menopausal symptoms and osteoporosis that can be treated and deserve more attention.
Does taurine deficiency speed up aging?
A study published in Science reports on the association of the amino acid taurine with aging.
Can Chromosomal Instability Drive Epigenetic Alterations in Cancer Cells?
A graduate student’s curiosity has uncovered a previously unknown link between two important hallmarks of cancer: chromosomal instability and epigenetic alterations. The resulting study, which was recently published in Nature, not only opens a fertile new area of basic research, but also has implications for clinical care.
‘Intelligent Microscopes’ Controlled by AI Record Biological Events That Happen Faster than Humans Can Record
New study shows how artificial neural networks are leading to improved microscopic capabilities and precision that could help researchers better understand causes of tumors
Disorientating the malaria parasite to prevent its replication and transmission
With almost 250 million cases a year, 621,000 of them fatal, malaria remains a major public health problem, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. This work, published in the journal Science Advances, opens up the possibility of scrambling the signals perceived by this sensor to disorientate the parasite and thus prevent its replication and transmission.
More Research, Less Barriers Needed to Implement Drug-Checking Tools
Tools such as fentanyl test strips hold promise to reduce drug-related harms and save lives amid the overdose epidemic
New Insight into Protein Interactome May Spur Drug Development and Novel Clinical Laboratory Tests
Study may lead to repurposing existing drugs that are proven to be safe for the treatment of related diseases as the interactome becomes the subject of more research efforts.
Global Sustainability Survey Reports Progress Towards Greener Labs
Laboratories seek to actively participate and accelerate sustainability efforts
New research could one day make common allergies a thing of the past
For years, research and therapies for allergic asthma have been focused largely on targeting the inflammatory cytokines in the body that react to allergens. However, Dr. Tigno-Aranjuez wanted to find a new approach to keep allergen receptors from reacting in the first place.
New Material Transforms Light, Creating New Possibilities for Sensors
The new composite material has applications for solar panels, medical imaging, and night vision goggles
