All articles tagged with #biomedical research
Ghanaian scientist Moses Mayonu is pioneering metabolomics research at Florida Tech, integrating advanced techniques and AI to improve disease diagnosis and personalized medicine, while also contributing to Africa's scientific development and capacity building.
Scientists have developed a new genomic mapping approach that links genes to diseases by analyzing gene impacts across entire genomes and cell types, which could accelerate understanding of complex traits and aid in targeted therapy development.
MIT engineers developed a deep-learning model that predicts, with 90% accuracy, how individual cells in a fruit fly embryo fold, divide, and rearrange during early development, potentially aiding in understanding tissue formation and early disease detection.
Scientists have developed a method using nanoflowers to stimulate human stem cells to produce and share more mitochondria, effectively 'recharging' aging cells and potentially reversing some effects of cellular aging, with promising applications in healthcare. However, further research in animals and humans is needed to confirm safety and efficacy.
The article explores the scientific, cultural, and technological pursuits to extend human lifespan, discussing natural limits, the role of social connections, advances in biomedical research, and the ambitious efforts of tech billionaires aiming for immortality, while highlighting ethical and societal implications.
The article discusses the nuanced debate between traditional animal models and new approach methodologies (NAMs) in biomedical research, emphasizing that both have their strengths and limitations. It advocates for a balanced, model-specific approach rather than outright replacing animal testing with NAMs, highlighting technological advances and ethical considerations.
An analysis reveals that AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini are being used to mass-produce low-quality, redundant scientific papers, particularly in biomedical research, which can evade traditional plagiarism checks and flood the literature with synthetic studies, raising concerns about research integrity and the exploitation of open data sets.
FlyBase, a crucial online database supporting biomedical research using fruit flies, faces potential shutdown due to funding cuts from the Trump administration, threatening global research efforts and future scientific discoveries.
Imperial College London researchers discovered how 'pirate phages' hijack other viruses to transfer genetic material between bacteria, potentially advancing new treatments for drug-resistant infections and enhancing rapid diagnostics. They found that cf-PICIs hijack tails from unrelated phages to broaden their host range, facilitating the spread of resistance traits. This understanding could lead to innovative therapies and diagnostic tools, with ongoing efforts to develop applications and validate AI-driven research acceleration.,
Two former top NIH officials filed whistleblower complaints claiming they were illegally forced out for opposing grant terminations and political interference, revealing concerns about the administration's impact on vaccine and infectious disease research.
A tiny 3D-printed device called STOMP significantly enhances the precision and complexity of tissue engineering, enabling better modeling of human tissues and diseases by allowing precise cell patterning and interfaces, with potential applications in studying complex biological interactions.
Researchers at UNLV have developed a novel nanoparticle system called ENDO that can selectively deliver mRNA directly to the pancreas by leveraging the body's Vitamin D receptors, potentially revolutionizing treatments for pancreatic diseases like diabetes and cancer with increased precision and fewer side effects.
The White House reversed its decision to halt NIH funding after congressional pressure, ensuring continued support for biomedical research amid concerns over delays and potential impacts on medical advancements.
Australian scientists have used AI to rapidly design proteins that can combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria like E. coli, marking a significant advancement in drug development and biomedical research, with potential applications in treating diseases such as cancer and infections.
The NIH has halted further termination of biomedical research grants following a federal judge's order to restore over 1,000 grants, indicating a pause in the agency's recent actions amid legal challenges.