July 21, 2025

Staying physically active cuts risk of early death by 40 per cent

Adults who stay consistently active throughout their life can lower their risk of early death by up to 40 per cent, a global study led by The University of Queensland has found. Researchers summarised data of 85 studies from more than 8 million people, finding lifelong physical activity reduced the […]
July 20, 2025

3D-printed magnetoelastic smart pen may help diagnose Parkinson’s

Researchers led by Jun Chen, an associate professor of bioengineering at the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering, have developed a seemingly simple yet effective tool: a smart, self-powered magnetoelastic pen that could help detect early signs of Parkinson’s disease by analyzing a person’s handwriting. Every year, tens of thousands of […]
July 19, 2025

Scientists create first mini-lungs with built-in blood vessels, unlocking new insights for pulmonary vascular disease

UCLA researchers have successfully grown miniature lungs from stem cells — complete with their own functioning blood vessel networks. The groundbreaking work, detailed in Cell, marks the first time scientists have created lung organoids with integrated vascular systems that closely mirror how lungs develop in the human body. The advance […]
July 7, 2025

Shelf-Ready Pet Stem Cell Therapy Gets $18M Boost

San Diego's Gallant just secured $18 million to push forward something that sounds like science fiction: shelf-ready stem cell treatments for pets. This funding could make the startup the first company to bring FDA-approved stem cell therapy to veterinary clinics across America. The seven-year-old company has its sights set on […]
June 23, 2025

Maximizing machinery lifespan with intelligent lubrication technology

It wasn’t long ago that lubricating and maintaining certain machinery was done every X number of hours. The time-based approach was a ballpark way of ensuring it wasn’t neglected, but it was far from optimal. In 2025, such maintenance is becoming automated. With Industry 4.0, there’s a movement towards intelligent […]
June 2, 2025

New study investigates effects of ADHD medications on the heart

A new study led by the University of Southampton has found that medications for ADHD have overall small effects on blood pressure and heart rate after weeks or a few months of use. There have been concerns about the side effects of ADHD medications but the new findings, coupled with […]
June 1, 2025

Scientists working to unlock link between gut and brain health

Scientists from Southampton are investigating how gut health might influence our brain, immune system and mental wellbeing. They say it could potentially lead to new treatments for conditions like anxiety, depression, and dementia. Academics from the University of Southampton will lead a new gut-immunology-brain axis network launching in the UK […]
May 31, 2025

High-fat, high-sugar diets impact cognitive function

New research from the University of Sydney links fatty, sugary diets to impaired brain function. The findings build on a growing body of evidence showing the negative impact of high-fat, high-sugar (HFHS) diets on cognitive ability, adding to their well-known physical effects. Published in the International Journal of Obesity, the […]
May 27, 2025

Crowdsourcing the brain: Meta-atlas reveals new clues about development and disease

One in three Americans is likely to be affected by a brain disorder in their lifetime. Many of these conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease or severe developmental disorders, have no reliable treatment. To develop therapies for these complex and often devastating conditions, scientists need to first understand how the brain works […]
May 21, 2025

Patient-Derived Xenograft Models in Oncology: Best Practices & Applications

Preclinical models that accurately predict clinical outcomes are vital for advancing cancer therapeutics. Patient-Derived Xenograft (PDX) models—created by implanting human tumor fragments into immunodeficient mice—maintain the architecture, stromal elements, and molecular heterogeneity of the original tumor. They’re essential for testing new drugs, understanding resistance, and discovering predictive biomarkers. What Are […]
May 7, 2025

NewLimit Secures $130M to Push Boundaries of Cellular Rejuvenation

Four years after its inception, NewLimit's quest to extend healthy human lifespan through cellular reprogramming has attracted substantial financial backing. The biotech startup, co-founded by Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, has secured $130 million in Series B funding led by Kleiner Perkins, building on their $40 million Series A from two […]
April 14, 2025

Egg Sharing: A Modern Approach to Family Planning?

Transform your fertility journey while helping others create families—there is an innovative egg sharing program that benefits everyone involved. The assisted fertility market is changing dramatically as women navigate career aspirations alongside family planning. A company called Cofertility has come forward with an innovative solution: freeze your eggs at no […]