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科學和技術

Implantable cardiac pump offers hope to children awaiting heart transplant

A small implantable cardiac pump that could help children wait for a heart transplant at home rather than in hospital has shown good results in a first-stage clinical trial.

12 May 2024, 11:37

Herpesvirus infection alters the structure and function of mitochondria in the host cell

Researchers from the University of Jyväskylä have discovered that herpesvirus infection alters the structure and normal function of mitochondria in the host cell. 

12 May 2024, 15:00

APOE4 gene linked to early onset Alzheimer's disease

APOE4 homozygotes exhibit Alzheimer's disease pathology and elevated levels of AD biomarkers beginning at age 55, representing a distinct AD variant and a new target for therapy.

12 May 2024, 12:00

New research examines whether adequate sleep may help prevent osteoporosis

In the early and mid-20s, people reach what is called peak bone mineral density, which is higher in men than in women.

12 May 2024, 09:00

The power of mixed selectivity: Understanding brain function and cognition

The authors argue that flexibility stems from a key property observed in many neurons: “mixed selectivity.” 

11 May 2024, 15:00

CRISPR gene editing holds great promise for treating rare form of blindness

A recent study explored the potential use of gene editing to correct a congenital retinal degeneration called CEP290, which causes early vision loss.

11 May 2024, 12:00

The largest 3D reconstruction of a fragment of the human brain has been created

Created the largest 3D reconstruction of the human brain to date at the synaptic level, showing in vivid detail every cell and its network of neural connections in part of the human temporal cortex

11 May 2024, 09:00

TIVDAK® FDA Approved: Targeting Tissue Factor in Cervical Cancer

Tivdak is an ADC drug that targets TF, combining Genmab's anti-TF monoclonal antibody tisotumab with Seagen's ADC technology designed to target TF antigens on cancer cells and deliver the cytotoxic moiety MMAE directly to cancer cells. p>

10 May 2024, 22:00

New study reveals key cells regulating fat tissue formation

Understanding how adipose tissue forms and functions is critical to combating obesity and related metabolic diseases. 

10 May 2024, 18:20

New family of compounds shows promise in treating parasitic worms

An international team of researchers led by the University of Toronto has discovered a family of natural compounds with the potential to create new and more effective treatments for parasitic worms. 

10 May 2024, 12:00

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