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Released: 18-Sep-2024 1:00 PM EDT
Could Your Phone Detect Hepatic Encephalopathy by Listening to You Read?
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

Research from the University of Michigan suggests that one day a phone app could be able to detect the development of hepatic encephalopathy in patients just by listening to them speak.

Newswise: New Tool Reveals Details of the Microscopic Brain Structures Between Neurons
Released: 18-Sep-2024 12:05 PM EDT
New Tool Reveals Details of the Microscopic Brain Structures Between Neurons
University of Utah Health

Between and around the billions of neurons in the human brain is an interlinked net of proteins and sugars, which can regulate memory, learning, and behavior. A new tool developed by University of Utah Health researchers has uncovered detailed, dynamic patterns in this network's structure.

   
Newswise: New Alzheimer's Studies Reveal Disease Biology, Risk for Progression, and the Potential for a Novel Blood Test
Released: 18-Sep-2024 12:05 PM EDT
New Alzheimer's Studies Reveal Disease Biology, Risk for Progression, and the Potential for a Novel Blood Test
Indiana University

Two new papers by an international team of researchers demonstrate that evaluating microRNAs in blood can be used not only to diagnose mild cognitive impairment (MCI) but also to predict the conversion from MCI to dementia due to Alzheimer's disease.

Newswise: Cucumber's Secret: Decoding the Metabolic Role of CsNADP-ME2
Released: 18-Sep-2024 12:05 PM EDT
Cucumber's Secret: Decoding the Metabolic Role of CsNADP-ME2
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A recent study has uncovered the pivotal role of the enzyme CsNADP-ME2 (NADP-dependent malic enzyme, NADP-ME) in cucumbers, controlling the delicate balance between carbon and amino acid metabolism within the fruit. This intricate metabolic process directly impacts fruit development, yield, and nutritional quality, highlighting CsNADP-ME2 as a promising target for enhancing crop performance and food quality through metabolic engineering.

Released: 18-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
New Poll from The George Washington University and HarrisX: Confidence in American Government and Institutions Returns to Levels from Early Biden Years, But Bipartisanship Demands Remain Unmet
George Washington University

The Society of Presidential Pollsters Founder, Mark Penn, Will Discuss "American Government in the 21st Century" Annual Poll Results ...

Newswise:Video Embedded kidney-health-insights-live-expert-panel-on-managing-obesity-in-kidney-disease
VIDEO
17-Sep-2024 7:05 AM EDT
Video and Transcript Available: Obesity Management and Kidney Health: Live Expert Panel
Newswise

Reporters are invited to this live event on Obesity Management and Kidney Health. Experts from the American Society of Nephrology will take questions on the inaugural Kidney Health Guidance on managing obesity in kidney disease patients

       
Newswise: MSK Research Highlights September 18, 2024
Released: 18-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
MSK Research Highlights September 18, 2024
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

New research from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) uses saturation genome editing to better understanding of the RAD51C gene, which has been linked to higher risks of breast and ovarian cancer; sheds new light on brain metastasis; and finds a commercially available contrast dye could help surgeons better separate cancer from healthy tissue.

Newswise: Greenhouse Gains: Cucumbers Get a Genetic Upgrade Through Innovative Pollen Tech
Released: 18-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
Greenhouse Gains: Cucumbers Get a Genetic Upgrade Through Innovative Pollen Tech
Chinese Academy of Sciences

Researchers have achieved a groundbreaking advancement in plant biotechnology by using a magnetofected pollen gene delivery system to genetically transform cucumbers. This cutting-edge method uses DNA-coated magnetic nanoparticles to introduce foreign genes into pollen, producing genetically modified seeds without the need for traditional tissue culture or regeneration steps. This technique significantly streamlines and accelerates crop genetic modification, opening up new avenues to boost agricultural productivity and resilience.

Newswise: Blooming Revelations: Hydrangea Study Unveils Genetic Treasures for Flora Enthusiasts
Released: 18-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
Blooming Revelations: Hydrangea Study Unveils Genetic Treasures for Flora Enthusiasts
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A pivotal study has mapped the genetic blueprint of Hydrangea macrophylla, uncovering the molecular foundations behind its stunning ornamental features. This genetic deep dive not only revolutionizes the breeding of this beloved garden staple but also provides fresh insights into the evolution of the Asterid clade, one of the largest families of flowering plants.

Newswise: NIH-Led Studies Point to Potential Development of a Cataract Drug
Released: 18-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
NIH-Led Studies Point to Potential Development of a Cataract Drug
NIH, National Eye Institute (NEI)

Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and their collaborators have identified a protein, known as RNF114, that reverses cataracts, a clouding of the eye’s lens that occurs commonly in people as they age.

Newswise:Video Embedded nature-inspired-patterns-boost-polymer-toughness
VIDEO
Released: 18-Sep-2024 11:00 AM EDT
Nature-Inspired Patterns Boost Polymer Toughness
Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

With a new spin on a reaction called frontal polymerization, researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology can create materials that mimic the patterned structure that makes natural organisms resilient.

13-Sep-2024 1:05 PM EDT
Nonfatal Opioid Overdoses in Youth Spiked During Pandemic
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Drug overdose mortality has risen faster among adolescents than the general population in recent years, largely due to fentanyl, a potent opioid pain medication. A new study published in JAMA sheds light on trends in nonfatal opioid overdoses in youth – an area that was not as well characterized, but key to formulating prevention strategies to save lives.

Released: 18-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Pink Fund Partners with Northwestern Medicine on New Financial Toxicity Screening Study
Pink Fund

Pink Fund is proud to be a partner in the latest study from Northwestern Medicine that, for the first time, uses patient input on how they would like to be screened for financial needs.

Newswise: The hidden metabolic landscape: unraveling the genetic underpinnings of Artemisia annua
Released: 18-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
The hidden metabolic landscape: unraveling the genetic underpinnings of Artemisia annua
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A recent study study has revealed critical insights into the metabolic landscape of Artemisia annua, a plant essential for artemisinin production, the cornerstone of malaria treatment. Researchers investigated a mutant strain with developmental defects in glandular secretory trichomes (GSTs), which are vital for artemisinin synthesis. The study uncovered severe disruptions in the plant’s metabolic pathways, notably hindering artemisinin and other key secondary metabolites. These findings could pave the way for enhanced strategies to boost artemisinin yield, potentially transforming malaria treatment.

   
Newswise: The Wildlife Conservation Society Launches Digitized Department of Tropical Research Film Collection
Released: 18-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
The Wildlife Conservation Society Launches Digitized Department of Tropical Research Film Collection
Wildlife Conservation Society

The WCS Library and Archives, based at the Bronx Zoo, released its newly digitized Department of Tropical Research (DTR) Film Collection. The project was funded by the Council on Library and Information Resources’ (CLIR) Recordings at Risk grant, supported by the Mellon Foundation.

   
Newswise: Genomic Treasure Hunt: Unraveling the Conservation Conundrum of Sinojackia
Released: 18-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Genomic Treasure Hunt: Unraveling the Conservation Conundrum of Sinojackia
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A pivotal study unveils the genetic blueprint of the endangered Jacktree, shedding light on the molecular factors hindering its germination. The research highlights the challenges posed by the tree’s highly lignified pericarps, which serve as both a protective feature and a significant barrier to seed propagation, underscoring the need for targeted genetic and conservation interventions.

Newswise: Magnifying Deep Space Through the “Carousel Lens”
Released: 18-Sep-2024 9:05 AM EDT
Magnifying Deep Space Through the “Carousel Lens”
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

A newly discovered cluster-scale strong gravitational lens, with a rare alignment of seven background lensed galaxies, provides a unique opportunity to study cosmology.

Released: 18-Sep-2024 9:05 AM EDT
Hemp Shows High Promise as Potential Natural Insecticide
Ohio State University

As part of the race to combat global insecticide resistance, new research shows that the same CBD people use to treat a variety of ailments is also extremely effective at killing mosquito larvae.

Newswise: Penny for Your Thoughts? Master Copper Regulator Discovery May Offer Alzheimer’s Clues
Released: 18-Sep-2024 8:30 AM EDT
Penny for Your Thoughts? Master Copper Regulator Discovery May Offer Alzheimer’s Clues
Florida Atlantic University

A groundbreaking study using a tiny roundworm could pave the way for new treatments for neurodegenerative disorders. Researchers have linked the worm gene swip-10 to copper regulation – a vital element for brain health found in everyday items like wiring and cookware. Understanding the roles of swip-10 and MBLAC1, a protein involved in processing cellular materials, could lead to the development of effective medications and opens new avenues for advancing brain disease treatments.

Newswise: Polluted Air, Disturbed Hearts: Study Ties Air Quality to Cardiac Health
Released: 18-Sep-2024 8:05 AM EDT
Polluted Air, Disturbed Hearts: Study Ties Air Quality to Cardiac Health
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A recent study has uncovered a significant link between chronic exposure to air pollution and an increased risk of various arrhythmias, representing a pivotal advance in environmental health research.

   


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