A reliable artificial intelligence-guided marker for early dementia prediction
Researchers use machine learning techniques to develop and test a predictive prognostic model to predict dementia early using real-world patient data.
Porcine study reveals meurotoxic and pro-inflammatory effects of microplastics on enteric nervous system
Researchers investigates the effects of polyethylene terephthalate microplastics on the neuronal population in the porcine jejunum.
Nearly half of adults and 18% of adolescents engage in gambling, study finds
The prevalence of any gambling activity, specific gambling activities, risk gambling, and problematic gambling among adults and adolescents globally.
Common blood thinner can be repurposed as an inexpensive antidote for cobra venom
Scientists at the University of Sydney and Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine have made a remarkable discovery: a commonly used blood thinner, heparin, can be repurposed as an inexpensive antidote for cobra venom.
Harnessing ctDNA measurements for response assessment in metastatic castration resistant prostate cancer
A new editorial paper was published in Oncotarget’s Volume 15 on July 2, 2024, entitled, “Using early on-treatment circulating tumor DNA measurements as response assessment in metastatic castration resistant prostate cancer.”
Insights into megakaryopoiesis regulation by plasmacytoid dendritic cells
Platelets play an essential role in wound healing. Underproduction can cause devastating bleeding, while overproduction increases the deadly risk of thromboses.
Understanding astrocyte-neuron interplay in learning deficits
In the brain, synaptic plasticity – the ability to change neuronal connections over time – is fundamental to learning and memory.
Stratifying TAVI candidates with degenerative MR: Prognostic considerations
Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) has emerged as the primary treatment strategy for severe symptomatic aortic stenosis (AS) in the older population (>75 years of age) with high-risk surgical profiles.
Novel therapy can improve the prognosis of relapsed/refractory acute myeloid leukemia
Relapsed/refractory acute myeloid leukemia (AML), a so-called blood cancer, has an extremely poor prognosis because of resistance to anti-cancer drugs and frailty of the patient’s organ functions.
Flexible Futures: Balancing Parenthood with Osteopathy Studies at LSO
Finding a balance between parenthood and pursuing further education can feel scary. The demands of caring for a family while also striving for personal and professional growth present unique challenges. At the London School of Osteopathy (LSO), we understand the importance of flexibility in education, particularly for parents who are looking to advance their careers […]