Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-262Brain Scans Link Long COVID to Dopamine Neuron LossPET scans reveal reductions in dopamine neuron markers across the striatum in people with long COVID, linking inflammation to symptoms like fatigue, slowed thinking and loss of motivation and guiding new treatment trials.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-252CRISPR Rewrites mRNA to Expose Prostate Tumors and Improve ImmunotherapyResearchers used an RNA-targeting CRISPR tool to prevent SPSB1 mRNA shortening, restore MHC-I presentation, and convert immune-cold prostate tumors into immune-hot ones, improving checkpoint therapy responses in mice.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-253Why Drinking Water Can Make You Eat More, and Spice HelpsNew laboratory analyses show drinking water during a meal can increase food intake, while adding spice to a snack slows eating and reduces consumption. Findings highlight sensory and behavioral drivers of appetite.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-243Scientists Discover Hidden Lymphatic Cleanup in the EyeResearchers have identified the POLO pathway, a previously unknown lymphatic drainage route in the back of the eye that may clear fluid and waste, reshaping our understanding of glaucoma and macular degeneration.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-07-242The Hidden Organ Behind Why We Crave Scratching NowNew mouse research identifies vellus-like hairs and linked sensory neurons as a dedicated pathway for hair-triggered itch, highlighting Piezo2 and TLR5+ neurons as potential targets for chronic itch therapies.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-07-232Humanoid Robots Perform First Live Surgical TrialsUCSD researchers teleoperated humanoid robots to perform laparoscopic gallbladder removal in pigs, demonstrating feasibility for portable, precision surgery and potential applications from remote clinics to space.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-07-232Electrical Brain Stimulation Restores Touch in ParalysisA long-term study shows intracortical microstimulation can recreate hand sensations for people with spinal cord injuries. Signals stayed localized and safe across 27 combined years of implants, while electrode durability remains the key challenge.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-233Microplastics Detected in Coronary Blood of STEMI PatientsA study found micro- and nanoplastic particles in coronary blood, most frequently in patients with severe heart attacks. Smoking and long-term PM2.5 exposure were strongly linked to higher detection rates, raising concerns about plastic pollution as a cardiovascular risk factor.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-222A Hidden Protein-Folding Fault That Drives DiabetesResearchers reveal that BiP and its partner p58IPK must cooperate to fold proinsulin correctly. Misfolding strains beta cells and may drive diabetes; reinforcing this machinery could protect insulin production.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-07-212Where You Live Shapes Dementia Risk, Global Study ShowsA global analysis of more than 214,000 older adults across 14 regions finds that the top modifiable dementia risks vary widely by country, yet common risk clusters suggest tailored, integrated prevention strategies.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-07-212New Review Finds No Link Between Phones and Brain CancerA comprehensive summary finds no credible evidence that mobile phone radiofrequency exposure causes brain, head, or neck cancers. This article explains the science, study methods, and what remains to be studied.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-212Brain Implant Restores Touch and Movement in Paralyzed ManA Feinstein Institute clinical trial using a double neural bypass restored hand movement and touch to a man paralyzed after a neck injury, combining cortical implants, fingertip sensors and AI-driven decoding.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-203Arc Protein Linked to Tau Transmission in Alzheimer’sResearchers link the neuronal protein Arc to the extracellular transfer of toxic Tau, revealing a potential avenue to slow Alzheimer’s progression by blocking Tau-containing vesicle uptake into healthy neurons.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-203How Lowering Oxygen Could Help Treat Mitochondrial DiseaseNew research from Gladstone Institutes shows that lowering oxygen levels can protect the brain when mitochondrial Complex I fails, identifying HTRA2 and CLPB as key players and demonstrating lifespan improvement in mouse models.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-193Why Summer Sun Often Fails to Restore People's Vitamin DNew research from Newcastle University shows that summer sunlight often fails to correct low vitamin D levels, especially in older adults and people with darker skin, highlighting the need for targeted supplementation and policy action.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-192Global Cancer Burden Could Rise 67% by 2050 Unless Prevention Scales UpNew global estimates forecast a 67% rise in annual cancer cases by 2050, driven by aging and growth. Prevention, vaccination, early detection, and equitable care could avert many deaths.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-183Dietary Yeast Compound Rewires Immunity After ObesityA study in mice shows that yeast beta-glucan, a dietary supplement, can reprogram bone marrow stem cells and restore innate anti-tumor immunity impaired by obesity, suggesting avenues for clinical testing.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-07-182Why Retired Footballers Face Higher Depression RatesA study of 142 former professional footballers finds higher rates of depression and anxiety compared with non-players, alongside MRI signs of reduced brain volume in some athletes, highlighting a need for long-term follow-up.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-172Why Brighter Days Lead to Deeper, Earlier Sleep TonightA real-world wearable study finds that brighter, more consistent daytime light correlates with earlier bedtimes, earlier wake times, and increased deep sleep early in the night. Practical implications for indoor lighting and daily routines.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-172How a Single Protein May Stall the Aging Brain's LeakResearchers implicate the endothelial protein KLF4 in blood-brain barrier breakdown and age-related cognitive decline, revealing a potential therapeutic target to protect vascular and brain health.
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