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On the trail of cancer metabolism

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVjGOj3IQEY Researchers at the University of Cologne are looking for ways to disrupt nutrient processing in cancer cells so they can no longer grow. Source: Alexander...

‘Artificial sweeteners may increase the risk of cancer’

The end of the ongoing debate about the safety of sweeteners does not seem near. Many foods and drinks contain artificial sweeteners. As...

Therapy salad developed for astronauts

This lettuce produces a substance that can combat bone loss in space. © Kevin Yates Tasty greens instead of injections – to protect themselves...

Locked-in patient communicates via brain-computer interface

Two such microelectrode arrays were implanted on the patient's motor cortex. © Wyss Center People with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) gradually lose the ability...

Magnetically controlled into fine bronchi

To test the concept, the researchers guided their 'magnetic tentacle' through 3D replicas of the bronchial system. © University of Leeds Thin and cleverly...

First approaches against Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease

Antibodies are said to slow down brain degradation in Creutzfeldt-Jakob. © Gilnature/ iStock There is currently no therapy for Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD), in which...

Brain Studies: Only meaningful with many participants

The relationship between brain anatomy and psychology is difficult to grasp. © Alex Berdis Brain scans promise to provide insights into the brain and...

We are getting older – but are we staying healthy for longer?

As we navigate the complexities of aging, the question of how to maintain health and well-being becomes increasingly significant. With advancements in healthcare and...

Ants effortlessly track down cancer cells after super short training

After just 30 minutes of training, ants – thanks to their excellent sense of smell – are already able to distinguish cancer cells...

With mRNA against muscle wasting

Muscle fibers grown from edited stem cells (green). The cell nuclei are stained blue. © WG Spooler/MDC Most forms of muscular dystrophy are...

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