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Accelerating discovery of novel treatments for rare diseases

The EU-funded DREAMS project welcomes University College London to its consortium to help fast-track new therapies for patients suffering from rare neuromuscular disorders Since its launch in 2023, the EU-funded DREAMS(opens in new window) project has been working on cutting-edge methods and tools that will be used to find new treatments for rare neuromuscular disorders…

DREAMS, drug discovery, EU Research, rare diseases, Regenerative Medicine, University College London

Colorblindness may increase risk of bladder cancer deaths

A study led by Stanford Medicine found that the earliest sign of bladder cancer – blood in the urine – is often invisible to people who are colorblind, increasing their risk of dying from the disease Recognizing the sight of blood in urine, the most common first sign of bladder cancer, is often the impetus…

Sweet, sweet dreams

A new animation, based on research by Oxford Professor Colin Espie, explains 5 principles of good sleep health The start of a new year prompts many of us to reflect on our bad habits and instil better ones, particularly with regards to our health. While the longer evenings leave many wanting to curl up and sleep,…

Study reveals promising diet for managing Crohn’s disease

Stanford Medicine researchers found a calorie-restrictive diet significantly alleviates symptoms of mild-to-moderate Crohn’s disease, offering new guidance for patients “What should I eat?” is perhaps the most common question patients with inflammatory bowel disease ask their doctors. It’s notoriously difficult to answer. There have been few large studies of dietary interventions for IBD, a group…

clinical research, Crohn's disease, diet therapy, fasting mimicking, gut health, inflammation

In the future, substances can be identified by miniature devices based on metalenses – Photonics project paves the way for sustainable measurement technologies in industry and medicine

A VTT led research project is developing compact spectral imaging and gas measurement technologies for industries and medical diagnostics. Innovations based on the science of light, i.e. photonics, use, for instance, infrared light to identify gases. With the new optical MEMS solutions, instruments and sensors are easier and cheaper to manufacture from readily available and…

circular economy, gas detection, medical diagnostics, MEMS technology, metaoptics, spectral imaging

Developments towards needle-free injections

An innovative team improved the control of fluid jets to streamline the development of needle-free injections Roughly 44 million needles are used each day. Needles are fundamental for vaccination, blood sampling and drug delivery. And they have inked millions of tattoos. Yet they must be used correctly, instil fear among many people and create a…

Biomedical Devices, engineering, European Research Council, Healthcare Innovation, medical technology, microjets

Pioneering new approaches to tackling chronic inflammation

A new generation of researchers have been trained to tackle chronic inflammation, a condition that impacts the lives of millions In response to an infection or physical injury, the human body often triggers an inflammation. At some point, this response needs to be shut down to avoid chronic inflammation, which can lead to persistent fatigue,…

Genetics, Medical Research, medicaltechnology, Smart health

Mediterranean diet offsets genetic risk for dementia, study finds

Greatest benefit for those with highest predisposition to Alzheimer’s disease New research suggests that following a Mediterranean-style diet may help offset a person’s genetic risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease. The study, published in Nature Medicine and led by investigators from Mass General Brigham, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and the Broad Institute of…

Ageing Population, Brain Health, Genetics, Mediterranean diet, Neuroscience

Major autism study uncovers biologically distinct subtypes, paving the way for precision diagnosis and care

Researchers at Princeton University and the Simons Foundation have identified four clinically and biologically distinct subtypes of autism, marking a transformative step in understanding the condition’s genetic underpinnings and potential for personalized care Analyzing data from over 5,000 children in SPARK, an autism cohort study funded by the Simons Foundation, the researchers used a computational model…

Cognitive Psychology, Psychology, research

Novel cancer-killing mechanism opens path to new treatments

Researchers at Stanford have identified a new mechanism of cell death linked to the cancer drug candidate tegavivint, calling it a potential “new weapon in the battle against cancer” A cancer drug currently undergoing clinical trials in human patients may work in a different way than previously understood. A Stanford-led research team has discovered a…

cancer, Medical Research, Stanford Research