A KAIST research team identifies a cause of mental diseases induced by childhood abuse
Childhood neglect and/or abuse can induce extreme stress that significantly changes neural networks and functions during growth. This can lead to mental illnesses, including depression and schizophrenia, but…
Gut Bacteria Desulfovibrio Desulfuricans Accelerates Progression of Atherosclerosis through the Increase of Intestinal Permeability and Inflammatory Pathways
In the past few years, increasing evidence has pointed towards gut microbiota’s critical role in influencing human health and diseases, including atherosclerosis. This led scientists to dive deeper…
Non-Pharmacological Management for SLE and SSC
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease characterised by multisystem involvement. Systemic sclerosis (SSc) or scleroderma is another rheumatic autoimmune disease that affects blood vessels, skin,…
Game-changing potential for drug testing and cardiovascular disease treatments – Tiny Heart Model Carries Massive Implications
Discovery led by Prof. Yaakov Nahmias from the Hebrew University marks a new era in cardiovascular research, multi-chambered, self-paced miniature heart model, holding the key to saving lives…
New Insights Into How RNA Modification Promotes Pancreatic Cancer
Chemical modifications of RNA molecules, such as m6A, can critically impact gene expression, influencing various aspects of cancer development and progression. However, while studies into m6A modification of…