All articles tagged with #molecular changes
A study by the University of Sydney reveals that type 2 diabetes causes specific molecular and structural changes in the human heart, including fibrosis and altered energy production, which contribute to a higher risk of heart failure, offering new insights for treatment and diagnosis.
A Newcastle University study shows that just 10 minutes of daily exercise can promote DNA repair and inhibit bowel cancer growth by triggering beneficial molecular changes in the blood, suggesting exercise as a powerful tool in cancer prevention.
A short, ten-minute workout can induce molecular changes in the blood that may halt bowel cancer progression, suggesting even brief physical activity has significant health benefits and could inform future therapies.
A study by the University of Sydney reveals that type 2 diabetes causes molecular and structural changes in the human heart, increasing the risk of heart failure by affecting energy production and tissue integrity, offering new insights for treatment and diagnosis.
A 2024 study reveals that humans experience two significant molecular changes during aging, around ages 44 and 60, indicating abrupt shifts rather than gradual decline, with implications for understanding age-related diseases.
Scientists at Virginia Tech have discovered that age-related memory loss is linked to specific molecular changes in the brain and that using gene-editing tools like CRISPR can reverse these changes in rats, offering hope for future treatments of memory decline and Alzheimer's disease.
New research from Virginia Tech demonstrates that age-related memory decline is linked to specific molecular changes in the brain, and that targeted gene editing can improve memory in older rats by adjusting processes like K63 polyubiquitination and reactivating the IGF2 gene, offering potential pathways for treating memory loss and dementia.
A recent Stanford study reveals that humans experience two significant periods of rapid biological aging in their 40s and 60s, characterized by sharp molecular and microbial shifts, challenging the idea of steady aging and highlighting opportunities for targeted health interventions during these critical decades.
A study finds that humans experience two significant biological shifts in aging, around ages 44 and 60, marked by drastic molecular changes across various biomolecules, which could influence disease risk and aging processes.
A study by McLean Hospital and collaborators reveals shared and distinct molecular changes in the brains and blood of individuals with PTSD and MDD, highlighting key pathways and potential biomarkers. This research, involving multi-omics analysis of 231 individuals, offers insights into targeted treatments and real-time blood-based diagnostics for stress-related disorders.
A study published in Nature Metabolism reveals that the body undergoes significant, systematic changes across multiple organs during prolonged fasting, indicating potential health benefits beyond weight loss. Researchers from Queen Mary University of London's Precision Healthcare University Research Institute and the Norwegian School of Sports Sciences identified changes in protein levels after about three days of fasting, suggesting a whole-body response to complete calorie restriction. These findings provide a roadmap for future research that could lead to therapeutic interventions for individuals who may benefit from fasting but cannot undergo prolonged fasting or fasting-mimicking diets.
Arthrobotrys oligospora, a worm-eating fungus, has been found to sense, trap, and consume small animals. New research has revealed the molecular changes that enable its predatory lifestyle. The fungus increases DNA replication and protein production when it senses worms nearby. It produces adhesive structures to trap and immobilize nematodes, and uses filamentous structures to burrow into and digest the worms. These findings enhance our understanding of the key processes involved in fungal carnivory. Nematode-trapping fungi play an important ecological role as natural predators, helping to maintain microorganism ecosystems and nutrient cycling.
Chemists from Osaka University have discovered a crystal that transforms into a liquid when exposed to ultraviolet light. The crystal undergoes a series of changes in its luminescence as it melts, indicating changes in its molecular structure. The material is a type of organic compound known as a heteroaromatic diketone, and the researchers have dubbed it 'SO'. The crystal's ability to change color and intensity during melting provides insights into the molecular changes that occur as these crystals shift from solids to liquids. The study could have potential uses in photonics, electronics, and drug delivery.