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Researchers develop stable compound for targeted alpha therapy in prostate cancer

Compounds containing astatine-211 (211At) can be used in targeted radiotherapies for prostate cancer, but deastatination in the body remains a significant hurdle.

3 Sep 2024

Long-term air pollution exposure and poor lifestyle choices increase risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

Long-term exposure to air pollution and poor lifestyle choices are key contributors to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), affecting global liver health.

3 Sep 2024

Study shows beta cells can function independently for glycemic control

Our glycemic balance is based on the ability of the pancreatic beta cells to detect glucose and secrete insulin to maintain our blood sugar levels. If these cells malfunction, the balance is broken, and diabetes develops.

3 Sep 2024

Hormonal treatment could delay biological aging among postmenopausal females

Hormone treatment in postmenopausal women is associated with lower biological aging discrepancies, particularly among those with lower socioeconomic status.

3 Sep 2024

European Society of Cardiology highlights underrecognized link between obesity and heart disease

Obesity is a key factor in cardiovascular disease, prompting the ESC to recommend comprehensive strategies for prevention and management to reduce health risks.

3 Sep 2024

Beer and cider significantly raise gout risk for both sexes, but men are more affected

Study found that increased consumption of certain alcoholic beverages, particularly beer and spirits, is linked to a higher risk of gout in men, while women show varying associations depending on alcohol type and frequency.

3 Sep 2024

Scientists reveal global catalog of microbial small proteins, unlocking microbiome secrets

Researchers developed a global catalog of nearly one billion small open reading frames (smORFs) from microbial genomes, revealing significant protein diversity, particularly in archaea, and providing new tools for microbiome research.

2 Sep 2024

Plant-based fats outperform dairy fats in reducing heart disease and diabetes risks

A recent study confirms that replacing saturated fats from dairy with plant-based unsaturated fats significantly reduces cardiometabolic risks. The findings call for further validation in diverse populations.

2 Sep 2024

MYO1D mutation identified as a key factor in sperm defects and congenital conditions

The research uncovers a novel variant in the MYO1D gene that is linked to laterality defects, congenital heart diseases, and sperm defects in humans.

2 Sep 2024

New research initiative aims to position Australia at the forefront of quantum biotechnology

The University of Queensland has launched a $45 million research initiative to position Australia as a global leader in quantum biotechnology, and tackle some of the world's biggest challenges.

2 Sep 2024

Neural circuits provide clues for better AI matching solutions

When you ask a rideshare app to find you a car, the company's computers get to work. They know you want to reach your destination quickly.

2 Sep 2024

COVID-19 treatment reporting in U.S. media lacked scientific rigor, study says

A study in JMIR Infodemiology reveals how U.S. media reports on early COVID-19 therapies often lacked scientific evidence and highlighted uncertainties, contributing to misinformation and public mistrust.

2 Sep 2024

Dietary patterns like fasting and the Mediterranean diet unlock molecular secrets to healthy aging

Study reviews the molecular mechanisms by which caloric restriction, intermittent fasting, the Mediterranean diet, and the ketogenic diet promote healthy aging.

2 Sep 2024

Study reveals key genetic markers for early onset bicuspid aortic valve complications

Genetic variants linked to a rare form of bicuspid aortic valve disease that affects young adults and can lead to dangerous and potentially life-threatening aortic complications have been identified by researchers at UTHealth Houston.

2 Sep 2024

Breakthrough in blood stem cell development offers hope for leukemia and bone marrow failure

Melbourne researchers have made a world first breakthrough into creating blood stem cells that closely resemble those in the human body. And the discovery could soon lead to personalized treatments for children with leukemia and bone marrow failure disorders.

2 Sep 2024

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Researchers develop stable compound for targeted alpha therapy in prostate cancer

Long-term air pollution exposure and poor lifestyle choices increase risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

Study shows beta cells can function independently for glycemic control

Hormonal treatment could delay biological aging among postmenopausal females

European Society of Cardiology highlights underrecognized link between obesity and heart disease

Beer and cider significantly raise gout risk for both sexes, but men are more affected

Scientists reveal global catalog of microbial small proteins, unlocking microbiome secrets

Plant-based fats outperform dairy fats in reducing heart disease and diabetes risks

MYO1D mutation identified as a key factor in sperm defects and congenital conditions

New research initiative aims to position Australia at the forefront of quantum biotechnology

Neural circuits provide clues for better AI matching solutions

COVID-19 treatment reporting in U.S. media lacked scientific rigor, study says

Dietary patterns like fasting and the Mediterranean diet unlock molecular secrets to healthy aging

Study reveals key genetic markers for early onset bicuspid aortic valve complications

Breakthrough in blood stem cell development offers hope for leukemia and bone marrow failure

Study reveals how neighboring synapses compete for plasticity resources

Early viral activity plays critical role in long COVID, study suggests

Different types and sources of carbohydrate found to be protective against gout

Study identifies key predictors of severe mpox cases

Recent studies underscore the importance of diet for the prevention of cancer

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