June 13, 2022
Sugary drinks such as soda, sports drinks and even juice are commonplace in the American diet. Unfortunately, these sugary drinks are wreaking havoc on the health of Americans.
June 13, 2022
Seven out of 10 pregnant women were cured of their multidrug-resistant tuberculosis and delivered healthy babies after taking a medication that had previously been considered unsafe in pregnancy, a new study has found.
TB treatment during pregnancy is safe for mom and baby, study suggests
June 10, 2022
In the workplace, even subtle differences in language choice can influence the perception of gender, for better or worse. These choices fall into two main categories: minimizing the role of gender by using gender-neutral terms or emphasizing an individual's gender through 'gender marking.' Behavioral scientists argue that by using these two approaches thoughtfully, one can promote gender equality.
June 10, 2022
Researchers have known for some time that maternal breast milk provides critical nutrients for newborns, and antibodies from mothers vaccinated against a specific disease-causing bacterium or virus can be transferred via breast milk to babies. Now a new preclinical study shows that one specific set of antibodies that is induced naturally by gut beneficial bacteria can be transferred from mothers to infants through breast milk and help infants defend against infection-induced diarrheal illness. The study suggests boosting these 'naturally-produced' antibodies in mothers might enhance infants' immunity against bacterial pathogens that cause infectious gastrointestinal diseases.
IgG antibodies in breast milk help shape infants' gut bacteria and immunity
June 10, 2022
A generous donation from a pioneer in pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturing will establish the William D. Young Institute for Advanced Manufacturing of Pharmaceuticals at Purdue University. The university institute, approved by the Purdue University Board of Trustees on Friday (June 10) and launched with a gift from William D. Young, will unite faculty in overhauling pharmaceutical manufacturing with a goal of reducing costs and expanding access to innovative drugs emerging from biotechnology research.
Gift to Purdue University establishes Institute for Advanced Manufacturing of Pharmaceuticals
June 9, 2022
A new molecule synthesized by a University of Texas at Dallas researcher kills a broad spectrum of hard-to-treat cancers, including triple-negative breast cancer, by exploiting a weakness in cells not previously targeted by other drugs.
Scientists discover new molecule that kills hard-to-treat cancers
June 9, 2022
A genetic variant that is present in nearly 30% of Greenlanders is linked to high cholesterol and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a new study.
One-third of Greenlanders are at genetic risk for high cholesterol and cardiovascular disease
June 9, 2022
Researchers have discovered that infiltrating gliomas, a common brain and spinal cord tumor, are shaped by their genetic evolution and microenvironment, a finding that could lead to more targeted treatments.
Recurring brain tumors shaped by genetic evolution and microenvironment
June 9, 2022
Eating higher levels of fish, including tuna and non-fried fish, appears to be associated with a greater risk of malignant melanoma, suggests a large study of US adults.
Health: Higher fish consumption may be associated with increased melanoma risk
June 9, 2022
A new study links SARS-CoV-2 specific T cells to lung function and those who suffer from long-term COVID symptoms (PASC).
New study paves way to better understand and treat those suffering from long COVID
