Researchers identified a vitamin B12-based molecule that appears able to cross the blood-brain barrier opening potential new avenues for treating neurological diseases.
Month: May 2026
Cat Tumour Study Unlocks Potential New Cancer Treatments for Humans
Scientists genetically analysed nearly 500 feline tumours in a landmark study finding striking parallels to human cancers that could inform new treatment approaches.
Study of 400000 Reddit Posts Finds GLP-1 Drug Users Report Unexpected Symptoms Like Menstrual Irregularities
AI analysis of over 400,000 Reddit posts found frequent reports of chills hot flashes and menstrual irregularities among GLP-1 weight-loss drug users not captured in clinical trials.
Bananas in Berry Smoothies Dramatically Reduce Absorption of Healthy Flavanols Study Finds
A new study found that combining bananas with berries in smoothies sharply reduces the body’s uptake of beneficial flavanols due to an enzyme in bananas.
Duke University Scientists Recharge Damaged Nerves to Ease Chronic Pain in Breakthrough
Researchers at Duke University discovered that damaged nerves can be re-energised opening a new pathway for treating the millions who suffer from debilitating chronic nerve pain.
Scientists Identify Hidden Driver of Aging; Simple Supplement Reversed Brain Decline in Study
A newly discovered brain protein called Menin has been found to decline with age causing inflammation and memory problems with supplements showing promise for reversal.
Scientists Discover Atoms Spinning Backward in Quantum Crystal Experiment for First Time
Using ultra-powerful terahertz laser pulses researchers directly observed angular momentum transfer through a crystal and found atoms spinning in an unexpected reverse direction.
Scientists May Have Found the Source of the Most Powerful Neutrino Ever Detected in Mediterranean Sea
Researchers think they have traced the origin of the most energetic neutrino ever recorded which slammed into detection equipment in the Mediterranean Sea.
Scientists Discover Oldest Wooden Hand Tools Ever Used by Humans Dating Back 430000 Years
Archaeologists uncovered the oldest known hand-held wooden tools used by humans at a site where the tools were found to be an astonishing 430,000 years old.
Ebola Bundibugyo Outbreak: DRC Has 904 Suspected Cases and Over 119 Suspected Deaths
According to Congolese health ministry figures released on May 24 there are now 904 suspected Ebola cases and 119 suspected deaths in DRC with experts warning real figures are higher.