Category: Features
Charged nanoparticles compromise waste disposal unit, kills cancer cells
Cancer cells’ garbage disposal systems, or lysosomes, are particularly vulnerable to internal attacks as opposed to those of healthy cells. Lysosomes are tiny sacs packed with enzymes and acids that degrade unwanted parts of the cell, before either recycling or […]
US researchers find falling estrogen levels in women can lead to muscle loss
A study from the University of Minnesota Medical School (UMN-Med) in Minneapolis has recently established that estrogen is essential in females for maintaining muscle stem cell health and function. The associated animal study showed that a lack of estrogen or […]
Alleged antibody against coronavirus found amidst potential therapeutic agents, vaccines
At least 7,500 people across the globe have died from a new coronavirus outbreak while some 188,790 others have been infected by the coronavirus, known as SARS-CoV-2, as of March 17. The virus primarily attacks the lower respiratory system to […]
New, two-step treatment refills and patches herniated discs
Along our backs, between each of our vertebrae, is a spinal disc consisting of a rubbery exterior called the annulus and a shock-absorbing, jelly like substance called the nucleus. Although mostly resistant to the wear and tear of daily life, […]
German study finds potential drug to fight SARS-CoV-2/COVID-19
A team of scientists led by infection biologists from the German Primate Centre in Goettingen have isolated a commercially-available protease inhibitor that could protect against COVID-19. The protease inhibitor could also be a potential target for therapeutic intervention. COVID-19 is […]
Gene-deficient bone marrow cells induce cancer tumour regression; slows tumour growth
An immunotherapy approach known as adoptive cell therapy, in which altered versions of a patient’s own cells are used to trigger a more heightened immune response to cancer, has been observed to slow the growth of prostate and pancreatic cancers […]
Blue light shown to relieve concussion symptoms; promises new treatment for mild brain
There is much criticism about the effects of blue light emanating from modern devices, such as smartphones, as the light disrupts our circadian rhythm and leads to problems with sleep. On the other hand, there is much research looking to […]
Curcumin can now be delivered effectively into human cells via tiny nanoparticles
Curcumin, the active compound of the anti-inflammatory spice turmeric, has never been able to be absorbed easily by the human body; medical researchers claim that doing so can successfully treat many chronic health conditions, including cancer and heart disease. An […]
New vaccine delivery system eases transport to remote areas
Transporting vaccines to remote or developing regions comes with a host of problems, with solutions including keeping them in sugary gels, freeze-drying them so they can be stored at room temperature and putting them in a state of suspended animation. […]
