Brain wiring model could shorten path to new medicines

byUniversity College LondonAn image of the model axons covered in oligodendrocytes, specialized cells of the brain that produce myelin. The model axons and oligodendrocytes are too small to be photogr

Updated on: May 21,2026

Brain wiring model could shorten path to new medicines

byUniversity College LondonAn image of the model axons covered in oligodendrocytes, specialized cells of the brain that produce myelin. The model axons and oligodendrocytes are too small to be photogr

Updated on:May 21,2026

Placing battery tech directly on tissue to deliver lithium ions for targeted pain relief

by Louise Lerner,University of ChicagoA new study from the University of Chicago shows how an ingredient from lithium batteries could form the foundation of treatments for pain relief or other disorde

Updated on: May 21,2026

Placing battery tech directly on tissue to deliver lithium ions for targeted pain relief

by Louise Lerner,University of ChicagoA new study from the University of Chicago shows how an ingredient from lithium batteries could form the foundation of treatments for pain relief or other disorde

Updated on:May 21,2026

How gene-targeting technology is transforming STI diagnosis

by Shivani Pasricha,University of MelbourneWith STIs on the rise, this new test arrives at a critical moment. Credit: Anthea Jessica Himawan Hardosubroto and Dheeraj Nurani Venkatachalam/Doherty Insti

Updated on: May 20,2026

How gene-targeting technology is transforming STI diagnosis

by Shivani Pasricha,University of MelbourneWith STIs on the rise, this new test arrives at a critical moment. Credit: Anthea Jessica Himawan Hardosubroto and Dheeraj Nurani Venkatachalam/Doherty Insti

Updated on:May 20,2026

AI-powered 'lab-on-a-chip' platform may enable same-day treatment decisions for pediatric patients

by Heather Simonsen,Huntsman Cancer InstituteGraphical abstract. Credit:Med(2026). DOI: 10.1016/j.medj.2025.100966Scientists at the University of Utah (the U) have developed a new "lab-on-a-chip&

Updated on: May 19,2026

AI-powered 'lab-on-a-chip' platform may enable same-day treatment decisions for pediatric patients

by Heather Simonsen,Huntsman Cancer InstituteGraphical abstract. Credit:Med(2026). DOI: 10.1016/j.medj.2025.100966Scientists at the University of Utah (the U) have developed a new "lab-on-a-chip&

Updated on:May 19,2026

Organ-on-a-chip technology replicates decades of human aging in just four days

by Mathew Burciaga,University of California - BerkeleyA prototype wafer shows various configurations that the Stahl lab tested before settling on their current design. Credit: UC Berkeley photo by Mat

Updated on: May 17,2026

Organ-on-a-chip technology replicates decades of human aging in just four days

by Mathew Burciaga,University of California - BerkeleyA prototype wafer shows various configurations that the Stahl lab tested before settling on their current design. Credit: UC Berkeley photo by Mat

Updated on:May 17,2026

Study finds wearable data may help predict patient engagement in remote COPD rehabilitation

byMayo ClinicCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSleep data captured with a wearable device could help clinicians better tailor care by identifying patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (C

Updated on: May 12,2026

Study finds wearable data may help predict patient engagement in remote COPD rehabilitation

byMayo ClinicCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSleep data captured with a wearable device could help clinicians better tailor care by identifying patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (C

Updated on:May 12,2026

MRI scans reveal how the brain processes toxic workplace abuse

by Latha Devi,Rutgers UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhat happens in the brain when someone witnesses toxic behavior in the workplace? Researchers at Rutgers Business School, in a first-ti

Updated on: May 11,2026

MRI scans reveal how the brain processes toxic workplace abuse

by Latha Devi,Rutgers UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhat happens in the brain when someone witnesses toxic behavior in the workplace? Researchers at Rutgers Business School, in a first-ti

Updated on:May 11,2026

New MRI system could aid early detection of heart failure

byCedars-Sinai Medical CenterThe proposed free-running, motion-resolved 3D MR oximetry framework for reliable coronary sinus blood oxygenation mapping. Credit:Science Translational Medicine(2026). DOI

Updated on: May 10,2026

New MRI system could aid early detection of heart failure

byCedars-Sinai Medical CenterThe proposed free-running, motion-resolved 3D MR oximetry framework for reliable coronary sinus blood oxygenation mapping. Credit:Science Translational Medicine(2026). DOI

Updated on:May 10,2026

New analysis shows rising attrition in every radiology subspecialty, 2014–2022

by Harvey L. Neiman Health Policy InstituteCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA new study from the Harvey L. Neiman Health Policy Institute found that attrition (i.e., exit) from the radiology workforc

Updated on: May 10,2026

New analysis shows rising attrition in every radiology subspecialty, 2014–2022

by Harvey L. Neiman Health Policy InstituteCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA new study from the Harvey L. Neiman Health Policy Institute found that attrition (i.e., exit) from the radiology workforc

Updated on:May 10,2026

Guidance for safer AI-enabled medical devices: Researchers highlight the importance of human factors

byDresden University of TechnologyCredit: MART PRODUCTION from PexelsAI-enabled medical devices promise improved medical care and support for health care professionals. However, the safety and perform

Updated on: May 08,2026

Guidance for safer AI-enabled medical devices: Researchers highlight the importance of human factors

byDresden University of TechnologyCredit: MART PRODUCTION from PexelsAI-enabled medical devices promise improved medical care and support for health care professionals. However, the safety and perform

Updated on:May 08,2026

Electronic paperwork increasing burnout risk among young doctors

by Dennis ThompsonAn overload of electronic paperwork is increasing the risk of burnout among young doctors, a new study says.Nearly one third of medical residents regularly spend hours upon hours aft

Updated on: May 07,2026

Electronic paperwork increasing burnout risk among young doctors

by Dennis ThompsonAn overload of electronic paperwork is increasing the risk of burnout among young doctors, a new study says.Nearly one third of medical residents regularly spend hours upon hours aft

Updated on:May 07,2026

A 'breathing' lung organoid enables measurement of lung stiffness

byUniversity of TokyoCredit: University of TokyoResearchers at the Institute of Industrial Science, the University of Tokyo, have developed a system that allows human lung organoids to expand in a bre

Updated on: May 05,2026

A 'breathing' lung organoid enables measurement of lung stiffness

byUniversity of TokyoCredit: University of TokyoResearchers at the Institute of Industrial Science, the University of Tokyo, have developed a system that allows human lung organoids to expand in a bre

Updated on:May 05,2026