Mysteries of icy ocean worlds
(Sat, 21 Dec 2024)
A study introduces a novel thermodynamic concept called the 'centotectic' and investigates the stability of liquids in extreme conditions -- critical information for determining the habitability of
icy moons like Europa.
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Can the heart heal itself? New study says it can
(Sat, 21 Dec 2024)
Physician-scientists found that a subset of artificial heart patients can regenerate heart muscle, which may open the door to new ways to treat and perhaps someday cure heart failure.
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Mysteries of icy ocean worlds
(Sat, 21 Dec 2024)
A study introduces a novel thermodynamic concept called the 'centotectic' and investigates the stability of liquids in extreme conditions -- critical information for determining the habitability of
icy moons like Europa.
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Researchers take 'significant leap forward' with quantum simulation of molecular electron transfer
(Sat, 21 Dec 2024)
Researchers have made a meaningful advance in the simulation of molecular electron transfer -- a fundamental process underpinning countless physical, chemical and biological processes. The study
details the use of a trapped-ion quantum simulator to model electron transfer dynamics with unprecedented tunability, unlocking new opportunities for scientific exploration in fields ranging from
molecular electronics to photosynthesis.
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Can the heart heal itself? New study says it can
(Sat, 21 Dec 2024)
Physician-scientists found that a subset of artificial heart patients can regenerate heart muscle, which may open the door to new ways to treat and perhaps someday cure heart failure.
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Microscopic discovery in cancer cells could have a big impact
(Sat, 21 Dec 2024)
Scientists have uncovered new details about the mechanism behind cancer progression. Researchers explored the influence the mechanical stiffening of the tumor cell's environment may have on the
structure and function of the nucleus.
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Research points the way to lifesaving antiparasitic drugs while unlocking a scientific mystery
(Fri, 20 Dec 2024)
A breakthrough in understanding how a single-cell parasite makes ergosterol (its version of cholesterol) could lead to more effective drugs for human leishmaniasis, a parasitic disease that afflicts
about 1 million people and kills about 30,000 people around the world every year.
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MRI-first strategy for prostate cancer detection proves to be safe, study finds
(Thu, 19 Dec 2024)
There are several strategies for the early detection of prostate cancer. The first step is often a blood test for prostate-specific antigen (PSA). If PSA levels exceed a certain threshold, the next
step typically involves taking a tissue sample for analysis. Another option is to use magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to search for signs of a tumor before deciding whether a biopsy is necessary,
reserving biopsies only for cases where abnormalities are detected. Researchers at conducted a study to determine whether this MRI-first approach is safe over the long term. Their findings show that
this strategy poses no additional risk to patients for at least three years.
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Scientists develop scans that light-up aggressive cancer tumors for better treatment
(Tue, 17 Dec 2024)
Researchers have used a chemical compound to light up treatment-resistant cancers on imaging scans, in a breakthrough that could help medical professionals better target and treat cancer.
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Tiny robots, big impact: Revolutionizing infertility treatment with magnetic microrobots
(Tue, 17 Dec 2024)
Infertility affects an estimated 186 million people worldwide, with fallopian tube obstruction contributing to 11%-67% of female infertility cases. Researchers have developed an innovative solution
using a magnetically driven robotic microscrew to treat fallopian tube blockages. The microrobot is made from nonmagnetic photosensitive resin, coated with a thin iron layer to give it magnetic
properties. By applying an external magnetic field, the robot rotates, generating translational motion that enables it to navigate through a glass channel simulating a fallopian tube.
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Breakthrough in treatment approach showing promise in the fight against glioblastoma
(Mon, 16 Dec 2024)
Medical researchers have announced the results of an innovative treatment approach that may offer improvement in overall survival in older patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma while maintaining
quality of life. Glioblastoma is the most lethal type of primary brain cancer due to its aggressive nature and its treatment-resistant characteristics. It is the most common form of primary brain
cancer.
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