Vanderbilt researchers uncover new target for treating diabetes
In a groundbreaking study, researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center have identified a new potential approach to mitigating the global impact of metabolic disorders...
Smartwatches can be new tools for tracking early Parkinson’s disease
We've all heard about the many things our smartphones and smartwatches can do—count our steps, track our sleep, and even measure our heart rate.
But...
Scientists find strong link between eye disease glaucoma and Alzheimer’s risk
We often hear about glaucoma, an eye condition that can lead to vision loss. But did you know there's a special kind of glaucoma...
Scientists find innovative approaches to combat deadly brain cancer
Glioblastoma is a fatal form of brain cancer with limited treatment options and a high mortality rate.
Two separate EU-funded projects, INSTAGLOW led by FluoGuide...
Scientists develop breath test to diagnose liver disease
In a ground-breaking new study led by Cambridge-based Owlstone Medical, researchers may have unlocked a new, non-invasive method to diagnose advanced non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH),...
Scientists find the cause of poor wound healing in people with diabetes
A groundbreaking study led by the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC has found that defective exosomes—tiny particles that transfer signals between cells—play a role...
Xanthan gum may help control blood sugar, study finds
Type 2 diabetes is a big deal these days. It's not just a problem in one country; it's everywhere. And it's not a disease...
Exercise-induced hormone may treat Alzheimer’s disease
In a promising development for Alzheimer's disease (AD) research, scientists from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) have used a 3D human cell culture model to...
Metabolic surgery can be a lifesaver for people with heart disease
You've probably heard of weight-loss surgery, also known as metabolic or bariatric surgery. It's a big step, mainly considered by people who have tried...
Inflammation linked to early stages of Parkinson’s disease
Researchers from the University of Alabama at Birmingham have found that inflammation in the brain is present during the early stages of Parkinson's disease.
The...