Hidden immune cells uncover new hope against deadly lung cancer
Researchers found that specialized gamma delta T cells can detect and destroy aggressive small cell lung cancer tumors that normally…
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Tiny ten-dollar optical chip could bring needle-free health tracking to everyday smartwatches
Cambridge engineers developed an optical spectrometer chip costing around ten dollars that matches benchtop laboratory precision. The miniature sensor demonstrated…
Landmark study of 460,000 adults offers reassuring news on ultra-processed foods and cancer risk
A comprehensive study tracking over 460,000 Americans for nearly two decades found no overall link between total ultra-processed food intake…
Scientists uncover natural genetic shield that protects against Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers discovered that a rare mutation in the fibronectin gene shields the brain's blood vessels in people with a high…
Daily blueberries show promising links to gut health and mood support in older adults
A pilot study found that consuming blueberries daily led to steady reductions in mild depressive symptoms among older adults. Researchers…
Natural soy compound shows promise in protecting the brain and heart from excess salt
A soy-derived compound called LPC70 helped safeguard mice against elevated blood pressure, memory deficits, and reduced social interaction caused by…
Spending time in nature is linked to healthier eating habits, study finds
A study of 500 UK adults found that regular contact with nature is positively linked to intuitive, healthy eating habits.…
Experimental drug reverses severe fatty liver disease by restoring gut health
A newly developed tripeptide drug called DT-109 successfully reversed severe fatty liver disease in animal models by targeting the gut-liver…
Scientists develop renewable supply of engineered immune cells to fight cancer
Researchers successfully unlocked a continuous supply of immune defender cells by expanding immature progenitor cells in the laboratory. The engineered…
Brain protein discovery reverses signs of aging in mice
Restoring the Menin protein in older mice reversed physical and cognitive signs of aging, such as bone loss and skin…