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Avian flu found in wastewater of 10 Texas cities through virome sequencing by researchers at UTHealth Houston and Baylor College of Medicine

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 17:05:40 EST

Avian influenza A(H5N1) virus, which spread to cattle and infected 14 people this year, was detected using virome sequencing in the wastewater of 10 Texas cities by researchers at UTHealth Houston and Baylor College of Medicine.

UCLA Study Links Gene Mutations to Heart Rhythm Risks Seen in Cancer Patients

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Health Sciences — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 16:05:14 EST

A UCLA-led study involving mice and human data could also have implications for individuals with diabetes and obesity, uncovering new treatment possibilities for life-threatening arrhythmias.

Can Having a Stroke Change Your Sleep?

American Academy of Neurology (AAN) — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 16:00:00 EST

People who have had a stroke may be more likely to sleep too much or too little compared to those without prior stroke, according to a study published in the September 11, 2024, online issue of Neurology(r), the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The study does not prove that stroke causes abnormal sleep; it only shows an association.

New, Rare Type of Small Cell Lung Cancer Identified by MSK Research Team

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:05:40 EST

A team of doctors and researchers at MSK have identified a new, rare type of small cell lung cancer that primarily affects younger people who have never smoked. Learn how one 19-year-old patient sparked a detective story.

Biogeochemistry scientists from around the world, led by the ASC's Margenot, publish position paper on tackling "hidden" phosphorus

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:05:22 EST

Andrew Margenot led some of the top biogeochemists from around the world in synthesizing recommendations for measuring phosphorus accumulation in the biosphere.

Landmark Study Reveals How Antibiotics Contribute to Inflammatory Bowel Disease Risk

Bar-Ilan University — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 14:00:00 EST

In a landmark study published today in Science Advances, Dr. Shai Bel and his research team at the Azrieli Faculty of Medicine of Bar-Ilan University have uncovered crucial insights into how antibiotic use increases the risk of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Ice-Cold Plasma Electron Beams Prepare to Power Future Hard X-ray Laser Beams

Department of Energy, Office of Science — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 13:05:16 EST

Scientists have developed a blueprint for producing ultrabright and ultrashort pulses of electron beams for the next generation of particle accelerators, plasma wakefield accelerators (PWFA). This could enable new scientific tools such as X-ray free-electron-lasers (XFELs) that can see matter at smaller scales and faster speeds than now possible.

New noninvasive technique provides effective treatment for urinary stones

Wolters Kluwer Health: Lippincott — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 13:00:23 EST

A noninvasive ultrasound technology called Break Wave(tm) lithotripsy (BWL) offers a safe and effective new option for treatment of urinary stones, reports a clinical trial in the October issue of The Journal of Urology(r), an Official Journal of the American Urological Association (AUA). The journal is published in the Lippincott portfolio by Wolters Kluwer.

Keeping Mold Out of Future Space Stations

Ohio State University — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:35:08 EST

Mold can survive the harshest of environments, so to stop harmful spores from growing on future space stations, a new study suggests a novel way to prevent its spread.

UTSW study reveals how key protein affects neuron structure

UT Southwestern Medical Center — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:05:56 EST

A protein called torsinA plays a key role in the early development of neurons, determining where nuclear pores are placed in the membrane that encloses the nucleus of nerve cells, a study led by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers shows.

The Olive Tree's Blueprint: Key Insights Into High-Quality Oil Production

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:05:41 EST

A pivotal study has decoded the genetic basis of olive oil production, revealing a key regulatory mechanism that shapes oil biosynthesis. By mapping the olive tree's genome and metabolic pathways, researchers have identified how MYC2, a critical transcription factor, orchestrates the balance between fatty acid and flavonoid synthesis.

A Cleveland Clinic-Led Study Published in Clinical Infectious Diseases Examined How the 2019 ATS/IDSA Guidelines Would Have Applied to Adult Patients with Community-Acquired Pneumonia.

Cleveland Clinic — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:05:19 EST

University of Illinois: A Century of Nutritional Science Impacts

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:05:14 EST

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has been at the forefront of nutritional science research and education for over 100 years. In a new paper, Illinois nutrition professors and former directors of the Division of Nutritional Sciences John Erdman and Sharon Donovan trace the illustrious history and significant impacts that the U. of I. has had on human and animal health.

Sustaining health and wealth: advancing sanchi ginseng production

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:05:09 EST

A recent study sheds light on Panax notoginseng, also known as Sanchi, by delving into its phytochemical profile and pharmacological potential. The research provides an in-depth review of the biosynthesis and regulation of ginsenosides, the herb's primary bioactive compounds known for their therapeutic effects.

Decoding atractylodes lancea: a genomic journey through adaptation and metabolism

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:05:03 EST

Scientists have decoded the genetic blueprint of Atractylodes lancea, a prized herb in traditional Chinese medicine. Through comprehensive genome resequencing, the study unveils how natural variations drive the plant's evolution and metabolic adaptations, particularly affecting the production of key medicinal compounds.

Researchers uncover new infection-fighting molecules through "molecular de-extinction"

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:00:00 EST

Researchers uncover shared cellular mechanisms across three major dementias

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Health Sciences — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:00:00 EST

Researchers have for the first time identified degeneration-associated "molecular markers" - observable changes in cells and their gene-regulating networks - that are shared by several forms of dementia that affect different regions of the brain.

Hypertension Disrupts Natural Blood Pressure 'Dipping' Rhythm in Both Sexes

American Physiological Society (APS) — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 10:30:47 EST

High blood pressure disrupts natural day-and-night blood pressure dipping patterns in males and females, according to a new study from Tulane University School of Medicine.

Hot Streets, Historic Bias: Effects on Neighborhood Walking in Older Adults

Florida Atlantic University — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 08:30:31 EST

Redlining from the 1930s, marked minority and low-income neighborhoods as "hazardous," which influenced mortgage and insurance decisions. Results show that redlined areas have less greenspace and more pavement, intensifying urban heat. While higher temperatures generally decreased walking in "still desirable" or "best" neighborhoods, this effect was not significant in "definitely declining" or "hazardous" areas, possibly due to greater reliance on walking for essential activities. Findings underscore the lasting impact of discriminatory policies on environmental vulnerability and physical activity.

Swimming crustacean eats unlikely food source in the deep ocean

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 08:00:46 EST

Increased capabilities in the human-occupied submersible Alvin open a window on a rarely seen behavior