Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-07-162Wearable Patch Boosts REM Sleep Without Drugs or SurgeryA soft, wearable patch using gentle ultrasound and electrodes increased REM sleep in a human trial, shortening REM onset and extending REM duration. Early results hint at benefits for mood and stress resilience.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-153Childhood Sugary Drinks Linked to Adult High Blood PressureA long-term study of over 25,000 people links frequent childhood consumption of sugary drinks and fruit juice to higher adult blood pressure, while whole fruit shows no such link. Practical swaps and public health implications are discussed.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-152Gut-Targeted Fiber Ingredient Could Curb Slow Weight GainUK researchers developed inulin propionate ester, a gut-targeted fiber ingredient now authorized in the EU, intended to strengthen appetite signals and help prevent gradual weight gain when added to common foods.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-152Human Antibody Blocks Spread of Aggressive Prostate CancerA fully human antibody developed at Umeå University slowed tumors and blocked metastasis in preclinical models of aggressive prostate cancer, introducing a novel route for future targeted therapy.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-132Ovaries Age Long Before Menopause, Mouse Study ShowsA Nature Aging mouse study shows ovaries experience tissue disorganization, immune shifts and inflammation well before menopause, reframing reproductive aging as a loss of cellular coordination rather than only follicle depletion.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-132Fast Relief or Placebo? 10-Day Brain Stimulation WorksA JAMA Network Open trial finds 10 daily sessions of intermittent theta-burst stimulation produce rapid clinical improvement in depression, but sham treatments catch up by four weeks, raising questions about treatment duration and durability.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-133Two Hours of Strength Training May Add Years to LifeTwo weekly sessions of resistance exercise — about 90 to 120 minutes — are linked to lower mortality, strongest for heart and neurological causes. Pairing strength with aerobic activity yields the greatest benefit.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-07-122Mannose-coated Nanoparticles Bypass the Blood-Brain BarrierResearchers at Oregon State University engineered mannose-coated lipid nanoparticles to traverse the blood-brain barrier and deliver PTEN mRNA to glioblastoma cells in mice, boosting survival and reducing tumor size.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-07-122The Hidden Sixth Sense That Shapes Mental Health TodayInteroception, the brain's sensing of internal signals like heartbeat and hunger, influences mood and mental health. New studies link altered internal awareness to anxiety, anorexia, and mood stability.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-07-122Self-Healing Contact Lenses Repair Scratches with UVDankook University researchers developed hydrogel contact lenses that self-heal surface scratches under ordinary UV light using disulfide cross-linkers, restoring stability and reducing contamination risk.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-113Engineered Progenitor Cells Offer Scalable Cancer TherapyUSC researchers developed a scalable platform using granulocyte-monocyte progenitors (GMPs) to produce engineered macrophages for cancer immunotherapy, offering off-the-shelf and durable treatment potential.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-112How Losing 90 Minutes of Sleep Can Add Pounds FastA Columbia University study finds that delaying bedtime by 90 minutes for six weeks led to measurable weight gain, more sedentary time, and hormonal shifts that increase appetite. Practical implications for sleep and metabolic health.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-103Could Creatine Help Depression? The Evidence So FarResearchers are exploring whether creatine, a common sports supplement, can help treat depression. Early randomized trials show mixed results. Larger, longer studies are needed to confirm efficacy and safety.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-07-103Erucamide Found to Rally Retina Against Degeneration NowResearchers discovered erucamide, a naturally occurring lipid that activates retinal myeloid cells through TMEM19, slowing structural and functional decline in models of retinal degeneration and suggesting new therapeutic avenues.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-092Engineered Stem Cells Rewire Immunity in Type 1 DiabetesMUSC researchers engineered mesenchymal stem cells to produce alpha-1 antitrypsin, reprogramming the immune system and reversing new-onset Type 1 diabetes in mice by protecting beta cells and inducing T cell exhaustion.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-07-082Schizophrenia and Bipolar Share 70% Genetic RootsLarge-scale genetic studies reveal five shared genetic signatures across psychiatric disorders and a 70% shared genetic signal between schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, reshaping diagnosis and treatment approaches.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-072Light-Activated Molecular Jackhammers Destroy CancerResearchers are developing light-activated aminocyanine "molecular jackhammers" that vibrate to tear cancer cell membranes. Lab and animal studies show high efficacy; human trials remain a future step.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-072Curiosity and Longevity: The Sardinian Secret RevealedA Sardinian study links the personality trait openness—curiosity and willingness to try new things—with behaviors and coping skills associated with healthier aging and longevity.
Read MoreOliver Hayes2026-07-072Long Sitting Patterns Raise Cancer Risk, Tracker Data ShowsWearable-tracker data from nearly 90,000 UK adults link prolonged, uninterrupted sitting to higher cancer incidence and death. Breaking long sitting bouts with light or brief vigorous activity may lower risk.
Read MoreNora Schmidt2026-07-063How Low-Impact Exercise Preserves Aging Joints, NaturallyAs cartilage and joint-lubricating fluids decline with age, the right low-impact exercises—strength training, balance work, swimming, tai chi—can protect joints, reduce pain and preserve mobility.
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