Life Sciences

Genetics

Development of diabetes has been linked to microRNAs in the pancreas

Large-scale genetic analysis reveals a set of small RNA molecules associated with type 2 diabetes

22.06.2023

Other life sciences

Neonatal screening improved survival in severe combined immunodeficiency

Inclusion of screening for severe combined immunodeficiency in neonatal screening significantly increased the five-year survival rate of such children

21.06.2023

Genetics

Novosibirsk scientists found a way to combat DNA damage

Employees of the institute discovered a new type of damage to the DNA molecule and found out how to fix it

20.06.2023

Nanotechnology

Parasite infestation can now be diagnosed with a smartphone

Device connected to a smartphone uses light to detect malaria

20.06.2023

Biomedicine

Injections of artificial neurons reduced the frequency of epileptic seizures by 90%

Researchers presented the results of the first phase of clinical trials using lab-grown neurons to treat epilepsy

19.06.2023

Cellular technologies

Developed a model of a human embryo with a beating heart

The model will help to study the early stages and malformations of fetal development

19.06.2023

Genetics

It was found out which gene is "responsible" for obesity and diabetes development

Employees at Osaka Metropolitan University have found that CREB-regulated coactivator of transcription 1 (CRTC1) is associated with obesity

19.06.2023

Genetic engineering

Stiletto-shaped DNA molecules help cure cancer

Artificial molecules "alert" the immune system to the presence of cancer cells and help the body fight

16.06.2023

Nanotechnology

Light therapy killed resistant staphylococcus and Pseudomonas bacteria

Nanoparticles acted on by light proved to be an effective drug for the treatment of resistant hospital infections

16.06.2023

Cellular technologies

First Artificial Human Embryos Created from Stem Cells

Biologists announced the creation of artificial embryo-like structures from human stem cells

16.06.2023

Other life sciences

Scientists tested whether sleep hormone can be increased without pills

A small study found that weighted blankets affect melatonin levels

15.06.2023

Prolonging youth

"Quality control service" inside cells prevents aging

Biologists discover new cellular mechanism regulating aging and fertility

15.06.2023

Biomedicine

Bacteria produced "cyborgs" resistant to antibiotics and acidity

Biologists have developed cyborg bacteria: they combine a living cell with synthetic components

15.06.2023

Nanotechnology

Smart contact lens diagnoses Alzheimer's disease at an early stage

Researchers have developed an intraocular lens that can be inserted into the eye to diagnose degenerative brain diseases

14.06.2023

Genetic engineering

Immunodeficiency infants cured by genetic engineering

New gene therapy method used to treat small children born without immunity

14.06.2023

Cellular technologies

"Cell glue" will help restore nerves and grow organs from scratch

Scientists designed the "glue" in such a way as to control which cells it interacts with, as well as to regulate the nature of this process

14.06.2023

Biomedicine

Researchers develop nasal drops to treat the effects of stroke

Preclinical animal trials confirm effectiveness of C3a peptide nasal drops for rapid recovery after stroke

13.06.2023

Nanotechnology

The U.S. has developed a doctor-guided swallowable capsule with a video camera

Researchers plan to equip the device with a navigation system with artificial intelligence to automate the diagnostic procedure

13.06.2023

Prolonging youth

Russian scientists have synthesized a remedy for aging

It can be used in the creation of drugs for the treatment and prevention of cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes, arthritis, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases

13.06.2023

Biomedicine

Stem cell therapy restores damaged heart tissue

Researchers develop stem cell-based regenerative therapies for heart failure

13.06.2023