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mRNA vaccines offer one-two punch to combat malaria
Two new mRNA vaccine candidates are highly effective in reducing both malaria infection and transmission in mice. …
New and more detailed world map of antimicrobial resistance
An analysis of sewage samples from 243 cities in 101 countries reveals where in the world the occurrence of antimicrobial resistance genes is highest and in which types of bacteria they are found. …
Single-cell brain ‘atlas’ reveals origin of an aggressive pediatric brain tumor
A multinational team of scientists has developed an “atlas” of human fetal brain development that sheds light on the most aggressive form of medulloblastoma, a type of pediatric brain tumor. …
Non-surgical treatment relieves carpal tunnel syndrome
A minimally invasive treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome provides complete and long-term relief to patients without the use of corticosteroids. …
Carbon ultrafine particles accelerate lung cancer progression
Exposure to ultrafine particles alters the function of immune cells in the lungs, disabling their natural defense mechanism against tumors. …
Steroid injections worsen knee osteoarthritis
Two studies comparing injections commonly used to relieve the pain of knee osteoarthritis found that corticosteroid injections were associated with progression of the disease. …
Rogue immune cells linked to leukemia are a key driver of autoimmune diseases
Gene variants associated with leukemia can produce ‘rogue’ immune cells that drive autoimmune diseases. …
Mom’s dietary fat rewires male and female brains differently
Mom’s high-fat diet triggers immune cells in the developing brains of male mouse pups to overconsume the mood-influencing brain chemical serotonin, leading to depressed-like behavior. …
Healthy plant-based diets associated with lower colorectal cancer risk in men
Eating plant-based diets rich in healthy plant foods — such as whole grains, vegetables, and legumes — is associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer in men. …
Novel nanoparticles deliver innovative cancer chemoimmunotherapy
Researchers have designed cancer-fighting nanoparticles that co-deliver a chemotherapy drug and a novel immunotherapy. …
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Biomedical Advances
New and more detailed world map of antimicrobial resistance
An analysis of sewage samples from 243 cities in 101 countries reveals where in the world the occurrence of antimicrobial resistance genes is highest and in which types of bacteria they are found. …
Diet and Lifestyle
Healthy plant-based diets associated with lower colorectal cancer risk in men
Eating plant-based diets rich in healthy plant foods — such as whole grains, vegetables, and legumes — is associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer in men. …
Preventive Medicine
mRNA vaccines offer one-two punch to combat malaria
Two new mRNA vaccine candidates are highly effective in reducing both malaria infection and transmission in mice. …
