Studying a hormone that may drive obesity in postmenopausal women

by David J. Hill,University at BuffaloCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFor women approaching menopause, a number of changes begin to occur. One of the most common is an increase in obesity, whi

Updated on: February 21,2024

Studying a hormone that may drive obesity in postmenopausal women

by David J. Hill,University at BuffaloCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFor women approaching menopause, a number of changes begin to occur. One of the most common is an increase in obesity, whi

Updated on:February 21,2024

Implanted cells triggered by electricity used to drive in vivo gene expression

by Justin Jackson , Medical XpressDesign of the direct-current-activated transgene expression switch in mammalian cells.a, Schematic illustration of the stimulation setup for monolayer cultures.

Updated on: January 24,2024

Implanted cells triggered by electricity used to drive in vivo gene expression

by Justin Jackson , Medical XpressDesign of the direct-current-activated transgene expression switch in mammalian cells.a, Schematic illustration of the stimulation setup for monolayer cultures.

Updated on:January 24,2024

New machine-learning method predicts body clock timing to improve sleep and health decisions

by University of SurreyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new machine-learning method could help us gauge the time of our internal body clock, helping us all make better health decisions, includi

Updated on: February 21,2024

New machine-learning method predicts body clock timing to improve sleep and health decisions

by University of SurreyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new machine-learning method could help us gauge the time of our internal body clock, helping us all make better health decisions, includi

Updated on:February 21,2024

Origins of diabetes may be different in men and women, according to new research

by Concordia UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOver the past four decades, global cases of Type 2 diabetes mellitus have skyrocketed. According to theWorld Health Organization, the

Updated on: January 31,2024

Origins of diabetes may be different in men and women, according to new research

by Concordia UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOver the past four decades, global cases of Type 2 diabetes mellitus have skyrocketed. According to theWorld Health Organization, the

Updated on:January 31,2024

Revealing the secrets of cell competition

by Imperial College LondonCredit: CC0 Public DomainCellular competition is a crucial quality control process that ensures that the development of an organism relies on healthy cells. Researchers

Updated on: February 05,2024

Revealing the secrets of cell competition

by Imperial College LondonCredit: CC0 Public DomainCellular competition is a crucial quality control process that ensures that the development of an organism relies on healthy cells. Researchers

Updated on:February 05,2024

Reducing stress on T cells makes them better cancer fighters

bySalk InstituteExhausted killer T cells with higher expression of the noradrenaline receptor ADRB1 (cyan) surround sympathetic nerves (yellow) in a virally infected spleen. Killer T cells witho

Updated on: January 20,2024

Reducing stress on T cells makes them better cancer fighters

bySalk InstituteExhausted killer T cells with higher expression of the noradrenaline receptor ADRB1 (cyan) surround sympathetic nerves (yellow) in a virally infected spleen. Killer T cells witho

Updated on:January 20,2024

Gray nomads with diabetes need to be more prepared before hitting the road

by Flinders UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOlder Australians with diabetes who embark on caravaning holidays need to ensure they are well prepared to manage their condition while away

Updated on: June 18,2024

Gray nomads with diabetes need to be more prepared before hitting the road

by Flinders UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOlder Australians with diabetes who embark on caravaning holidays need to ensure they are well prepared to manage their condition while away

Updated on:June 18,2024

Findings shed light on the cellular mechanisms causing insulin resistance

byUniversity of MontrealCredit:Diabetes(2024). DOI: 10.2337/db23-0802Recent researchpublishedin the journalDiabetessheds new light on the cellular mechanisms

Updated on: September 02,2024

Findings shed light on the cellular mechanisms causing insulin resistance

byUniversity of MontrealCredit:Diabetes(2024). DOI: 10.2337/db23-0802Recent researchpublishedin the journalDiabetessheds new light on the cellular mechanisms

Updated on:September 02,2024

Small, specific subpopulations of hypothalamic neurons play a major role in regulating the thyroid system

byBoston University School of MedicineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainRegulation of thyroid hormone (TH) levels is a complex multilevel phenomenon. The paraventricular nucleus (PVN) of the hypo

Updated on: January 22,2024

Small, specific subpopulations of hypothalamic neurons play a major role in regulating the thyroid system

byBoston University School of MedicineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainRegulation of thyroid hormone (TH) levels is a complex multilevel phenomenon. The paraventricular nucleus (PVN) of the hypo

Updated on:January 22,2024

New link between diet, intestinal stem cells and disease discovered

by Helmholtz Association of German Research CentresIntestinal stem cells in green, cell division in red. Credit: Helmholtz Munich / Anika BöttcherThe intestine is essential for maintaining our en

Updated on: February 03,2024

New link between diet, intestinal stem cells and disease discovered

by Helmholtz Association of German Research CentresIntestinal stem cells in green, cell division in red. Credit: Helmholtz Munich / Anika BöttcherThe intestine is essential for maintaining our en

Updated on:February 03,2024

Wearable monitor detects stress hormone levels across a full 24-hour day

byUniversity of BirminghamThe U-RHYTHM device is worn in a comfortable band placed around the hips. The position of the microdialysis membrane, which is placed superficially in the skin. Credit:

Updated on: January 24,2024

Wearable monitor detects stress hormone levels across a full 24-hour day

byUniversity of BirminghamThe U-RHYTHM device is worn in a comfortable band placed around the hips. The position of the microdialysis membrane, which is placed superficially in the skin. Credit:

Updated on:January 24,2024

People with diabetes may benefit more from a pancreas transplant than other treatments

by The Endocrine SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainResults of pancreas transplantation continue to improve and up to 90% of recipients with diabetes enjoy freedom from both insulin therapy

Updated on: February 19,2024

People with diabetes may benefit more from a pancreas transplant than other treatments

by The Endocrine SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainResults of pancreas transplantation continue to improve and up to 90% of recipients with diabetes enjoy freedom from both insulin therapy

Updated on:February 19,2024