Scientists overturned a key assumption in ageing research by showing that some senescent or zombie cells actually protect the body rather than exclusively causing damage.
Tag: Research
USC Researchers Identify Hidden Alzheimer’s Trigger and Potential Drug Compounds to Inhibit It
Scientists at the University of Southern California discovered a previously unknown biological trigger for Alzheimer’s disease and identified potential drug compounds that may block its progression.
Study Finds 150 Minutes of Weekly Exercise Offers Only Modest Cardiovascular Protection
A new study suggests the commonly recommended 150 minutes of weekly exercise provides limited protection against cardiovascular disease and that many individuals may need significantly more.
Daily Peppermint Oil Supplementation May Help Lower Blood Pressure: New Research
Researchers found that daily consumption of peppermint oil capsules was associated with meaningful reductions in blood pressure in adults with mild hypertension.
Wild Snakes in Southeast US Found Carrying Multiple Simultaneous Infections Including Deadly Fungus
A sweeping new study of wild snake populations in the southeastern United States revealed many animals are carrying multiple simultaneous infections including a dangerous fungal disease.
Researchers Find Alcohol Plays Major Role in Disease Burden After Reviewing Decades of Evidence
A comprehensive meta-analysis concludes alcohol is causally linked to a wider range of diseases than previously known.
UC Riverside Scientists Find Compounds Beyond THC May Influence How the Body Responds to Cannabis
The study opens new avenues for understanding non-THC cannabinoids and their physiological effects.
Scientists Recharge Damaged Nerves to Ease Chronic Pain in Duke University Study
Researchers found that damaged nerves can be revived by a new approach that targets the source of chronic pain.
House Cats Could Help Unlock New Cancer Treatments for Humans After Landmark Tumour Study
Genetic analysis of nearly 500 cat tumours from around the world revealed striking parallels with human cancer.
Vitamin B12-Based Compound May Be Capable of Crossing the Blood-Brain Barrier
Researchers identified the compound as a potential vehicle for delivering drugs to the brain for neurological conditions.