Multiple myeloma (MM) is an incurable blood cancer that leads to weakened immunity, bone damage and other sedate health problems. High rates of relapse after initial treatment make the search for fresh immunotherapies urgent. However, the effectiveness of these therapies often depends on the functional immune microenvironment in MM patients. VIB and VUB scientists have […]
Scientists have discovered a way to target the elusive circular pieces of DNA that determine the survival of some of the most aggressive cancers, paving the way for future therapies. In three groundbreaking papers published today in Naturescientists from the Cancer Grand Challenges eDyNAmiC team and their international collaborators from the Francis Crick Institute and […]
A modern discovery in the field of pancreatic cancer treatment has been revealed, revealing epigenetic silencing of BEND4 as a potential synthetic lethal marker increasing the effectiveness of ATM inhibitors in the treatment of pancreatic cancer. This novel study provides a breakthrough approach to targeting the tumor suppressor gene, BEND4, which is often methylated and […]
Breakfast is a meal that we often forget about in our busy schedule. It’s not enough not to skip breakfast; Choosing your morning meal is equally vital. Fresh research has identified a specific breakfast item that not only improves concentration, but also keeps you feeling full throughout the day. Recent test published in the Journal […]
Groundbreaking MRI study links brainstem damage to long-term Covid-19 symptoms in survivors. Test: Quantitative susceptibility mapping at 7T in Covid-19: effects on the brainstem and associations with outcomes. Photo credit: Silver Place/Shutterstock.com A recent study published in Brain performed quantitative ultrahigh-field susceptibility mapping (QSM) of the brainstem in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) survivors after hospitalization. […]
A study by researchers at UCLA and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles found that traumatized teens from marginalized groups treated in pediatric trauma centers are more likely to be tested for drugs and alcohol than white teens, even when controlling for severity. damage. The results will be published on October 4 in a peer-reviewed journal JAMA […]
Metabolic syndrome now affects one in three American adults, increasing the risk of heart disease, diabetes and stroke. But there is still hope. Researchers have found that time-restricted eating, a popular dietary strategy known for weight loss, can be a game-changer for people with metabolic syndrome. Time-restricted eating, also called intermittent fasting, involves alternating periods […]
Ultra-processed foods have long been criticized for their negative health effects, including links to chronic diseases like diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. A recent study provides additional evidence for these links and explores the risks associated with specific types of ultra-processed foods. Ultra-processed foods are gaining popularity for their convenience, taste and shelf life, contributing […]
Multiple biological pathways involving the organs and brain play a key role in physical and mental health, according to a novel study from UCL, the University of Melbourne and the University of Cambridge. A study published in Nature’s Mental Healthanalysed UK Biobank data from over 18,000 people. Of these, 7,749 had no major clinically diagnosed […]
Cytotoxic T-lymphocyte antigen 4 (CTLA-4) is a protein receptor on T immune cells that prevents the cells from killing other cells, such as cancer cells. Blocking CTLA-4 with a specific antibody is an effective treatment for some cancers, but it can damage the heart. Fresh research published in FASEB Journal reveals the mechanisms involved in […]
