AI in Medicine Is Overhyped
AI models for health care that predict disease are not as accurate as reports might suggest. Here’s why......»»
Methylated cyclodextrin effectively prevents the crystallization of supersaturated drugs
In the medicine market, most newly introduced drugs and drug candidates show poor water solubility, which prevents their absorption in the body. This, in turn, limits their therapeutic efficiency. Solubilizing agents such as cyclodextrins (CDs) are c.....»»
Researchers overcome stem cell delivery barrier, paving the way for regenerative medicine
A recent study published in Nano Letters has introduced a new method for delivering particles into stem cells, which are notoriously difficult to penetrate. The discovery will make it easier to direct and enhance the processes involved in regenerativ.....»»
Maximizing extracellular vesicles: A new protocol on isolation and quantification to optimize patient care
It's a big step forward in using extracellular vesicles (EVs) as a diagnostic tool. Lead study author, J. Nathaniel Diehl, Ph.D., at the UNC School of Medicine, led research showing how a new protocol in handling extracellular vesicles can improve si.....»»
Doctors Behind Mifepristone Ban Called ‘Christians’ a Top Threat
Leaked documents reveal that the American College of Pediatricians viewed “mainstream medicine” and “nominal Christians” as its opposition......»»
New imaging approach visualizes how applying force to proteins alters complex formations
Most researchers today understand biology through the principles of biochemistry. Cells communicate and activate processes via chemical signals, and traditional medicine has long focused on how to treat disease by modifying those signals......»»
Researchers develop novel AI-based estimator for manufacturing medicine
When medical companies manufacture the pills and tablets that treat any number of illnesses, aches, and pains, they need to isolate the active pharmaceutical ingredient from a suspension and dry it. The process requires a human operator to monitor an.....»»
Ibogaine inspires new compounds to treat addiction, depression
Scientists have developed two new drug candidates for potentially treating addiction and depression, modeled on the pharmacology of a traditional African psychedelic plant medicine called ibogaine. At very low doses, these new compounds were able to.....»»
New biocomputing method uses enzymes as catalysts for DNA-based molecular computing
From early detection and internal treatment of diseases to futuristic applications like augmenting human memory, biological computing, or biocomputing, has the potential to revolutionize medicine and computers......»»
Costa Rican sloth antibiotics offer hope for human medicine
The fur of Costa Rican sloths appears to harbor antibiotic-producing bacteria that scientists hope may hold a solution to the growing problem of "superbugs" resistant to humanity's dwindling arsenal of drugs......»»
Researchers use genomes of 241 species to redefine mammalian tree of life
Research led by a team of scientists from the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences puts to bed the heated scientific debate regarding the history of mammal diversification as it relates to the extinction of the non-avian di.....»»
Researchers reveal structure of unusual hormone receptor
As the proverb goes, it takes a village to raise a child. It can also take a village to make progress in science and medicine......»»
Why juice jacking is overhyped
Travelers should avoid public USB charging stations at airports, hotels, and other venues, as they may harbor malicious software. Designed for both data and power transmission, USB connections lack a solid barrier between the two. Over the years, as.....»»
Best Medicine Reminder Apps for Android
Whether you are just fresh out of the doctors with a new perscription or managing ongoing illnesses - these apps are promised to help make the journey easier. As frequent readers of the site will know by now, I represent the chronically ill.....»»
Telehealth Is Proving to be a Boon to Cancer and Diabetes Care
Virtual visits surged in the pandemic, and studies show they maintain high-quality medicine.....»»
Researchers reveal a map to study novel form of cell-to-cell communication
]An international team led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine with the National Institutes of Health Extracellular RNA Communication Consortium and the Bogdan Mateescu laboratory at the ETH Zürich and University of Zürich has developed a.....»»
A protein extracted from squid may help increase tissue growth for regenerative medicine
Collagen is the basic protein that makes up the intercellular matrix, or in other words, the environment for the connective tissue cells of our body, such as tendons, bone, and cartilage. It looks like long threads, woven into three-dimensional netwo.....»»
Researchers discover new class of ribosomal peptide with hemolytic activity
Living organisms produce a myriad of natural products which can be used in modern medicine and therapeutics. Bacteria and other microbes have become the main source for natural products, including a growing family called ribosomally synthesized and p.....»»
Illegal trade and poor regulation threaten pangolins in China
Pangolins, unique scale-covered mammals, are drastically declining in numbers across Asia and Africa, largely due to illegal trade. Part of the trade, both legal and illegal, supports the traditional Chinese medicine market, which has attracted conse.....»»
New research could make medicine more soluble and palatable for children
Research conducted at University of Limerick in Ireland has shown that crystal engineering can improve access to a drug used in the treatment of a tropical disease affecting millions worldwide......»»
Surprise finding shows that neutrophils can be key antitumor weapons
White blood cells called neutrophils have an unappreciated role in eradicating solid tumors, according to a surprise discovery from a team led by Weill Cornell Medicine scientists......»»