Antibacterial nanozymes: Healing chronic wounds with nanochemistry
Chronic infected wounds are often highly problematic for diabetic patients. However, a team of Chinese researchers has now developed a targeted approach to wound healing that makes use of nanomedicine, and their research has been published in the jou.....»»
Study chronicles presence of chronic frames of race, gender, and wealth inequality
All social inequalities, by definition, involve one group that has more and another that has less. Do people prefer describing inequalities in terms of advantage or disadvantage?.....»»
Chemists synthesize psychotropic compound from rainforest tree
The bark of the Galbulimima belgraveana tree, found only in remote rainforests of Papua New Guinea and northern Australia, has long been used by indigenous people for both healing and ceremony. A tea brewed from the bark not only induces a dreamlike.....»»
New discovery may hold key to fighting deadly infections
Centenary Institute research has revealed new insight into tackling mycobacterial infections which are responsible for chronic diseases that include tuberculosis (TB), leprosy and serious skin ulcerations......»»
Blocking Inflammation May Lead To Chronic Pain
Using anti-inflammatory drugs and steroids to relieve pain could increase the chances of developing chronic pain, according to researchers from McGill University and colleagues in Italy. Neuroscience News reports: Their research puts into question co.....»»
Study shows the poor simply lack opportunities to gain wealth, but a one-time boost can make a major difference
Chronic poverty in the developing world can seem like an insoluble problem. But a long-term study from Bangladesh co-authored by an MIT economist presents a very different picture: When rural poor people get a one-time capital boost, it helps them ac.....»»
Once the slick is gone: New tool helps scientists monitor chronic oil in Arctic wildlife
When we think about the Arctic, most of us think of a snow-covered barren landscape and vast stretches of icy ocean. This is far from the reality of the Canadian Arctic today. With approximately 150,000 people calling it home, this region is certainl.....»»
Minerals can be key to healing damaged tissue
Every species, from bacteria to humans, is capable of regeneration. Regeneration is mediated by the molecular processes that regulate gene expression to control tissue renewal, restoration and growth......»»
Stem-Cell-Loaded Silk Scaffolds Speed Healing of Injured Tendons
Researchers at the Terasaki Institute have now shown that silk scaffolds loaded with stem cells can help tendons regenerate more effectively. New Atlas reports: For the new study, the Terasaki researchers developed their own scaffold that could suppo.....»»
The 11 best new shows on Netflix for when you must have must-see TV
Netflix has a lot of content. Like a lot. Sifting through all the TV shows streaming there can cause chronic indecision, leaving us scrolling down the Netflix main page just trying to pick something to watch. Instead of getting overwhelmed rewatching.....»»
Details of 9 puzzling hepatitis cases rule out SARS-CoV-2 as culprit, CDC says
In new data, CDC notes none of the first 9 cases had history of SARS-CoV-2 infection. Enlarge / Liver lesions in patient with chronic active hepatitis C. (credit: Getty | BSIP) The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.....»»
Chronic land degradation: UN offers stark warnings and practical remedies in Global Land Outlook 2 report
The way land resources—soil, water and biodiversity—are currently mismanaged and misused threatens the health and continued survival of many species on Earth, including our own, warns a stark new report from the United Nations Convention to Comba.....»»
Mysterious outbreak of hepatitis in children grows, first death reported
An adenovirus remains the top suspect, but that still has experts puzzled. Enlarge / Liver lesions in patient with chronic active hepatitis C. (credit: Getty | BSIP) At least one child has died of unexplained liver inflammatio.....»»
CDC raises alarm of mysterious hepatitis cases in kids; 2 states report cases
An adenovirus is still the leading suspect, but experts are keeping an open mind. Enlarge / Liver lesions in patient with chronic active hepatitis C. (credit: Getty | BSIP) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention releas.....»»
Cleaner Earth: Healing ozone hole, less smog, more eagles
With climate change, plastic pollution and a potential sixth mass extinction, humanity has made some incredible messes in the world......»»
The answer to keeping moose populations healthy? Wolves
Predators may keep prey populations healthy by acting as a selective force against genetic diseases. A new study found that wolves select adult moose based on age and osteoarthritis, a chronic disease that can be influenced by genetics. Wolves also s.....»»
Bioprinting for bone repair improved with genes
Given enough time and energy, the body will heal, but when doctors or engineers intervene, the processes do not always proceed as planned because chemicals that control and facilitate the healing process are missing. Now, an international team of eng.....»»
Research in human kidney organoids reveals target to prevent irreversible kidney damage
A compound called SCR7 supports DNA repair to prevent irreparable tissue damage and chronic kidney disease progression......»»
Sunlight"s healing effects help imperiled green sea turtles with tumors
A new study by Florida Atlantic University researchers is literally shedding "light" on a way to improve the health of endangered green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) prone to a disease called fibropapillomatosis. Affecting about 60 percent of sea turt.....»»
How T cell-derived interleukin-22 promotes antibacterial defense of colonic crypts
Intestinal epithelial cells line the inner wall of the gut, creating a barrier to dangerous bacteria like enteropathogenic E. coli that seek to attach and efface that barrier, causing diarrhea. Such pathogens pose significant risks to human health an.....»»
For Kids Fleeing Ukraine, Wartime Trauma May Leave Lasting Wounds
Volunteers are rushing to provide online counseling, art therapy, and stress relief for the more than 2 million Ukrainian children who have become refugees......»»