Henna’s hidden healing: Treating fibrosis with a chemical derived from Lawsonia inermis
Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University explore Lawsone’s potential to reverse liver fibrosis, impacting millions worldwide.
Invisible poison: Airborne mercury from gold mining is contaminating African food crops, new study warns
Queens University researchers reveal mercury uptake through leaves is contaminating staple crops, raising health concerns.
The way you walk: 10–15 minute bouts of walking better for your cardiovascular health than shorter strolls
University of Sydney research shows continuous walking reduces cardiovascular risk more effectively than sporadic short walks.
AI analysis of world’s largest heart attack datasets opens way to new treatment strategies
University of Zurich researchers use AI to enhance patient care by reclassifying heart attack risk, improving outcomes.
Stress in the strands: Hair offers clues to children’s mental health
University of Waterloo researchers discover hair cortisol levels can predict mental health risks in chronically ill children.
Engineered “natural killer” cells could help fight cancer
MIT and Harvard researchers develop immune-evasive CAR-NK cells, potentially reducing rejection and enhancing cancer treatment.
Our actions are dictated by “autopilot”, not choice, finds new study
University of Surrey research reveals two-thirds of daily actions are habit-driven, challenging conscious decision-making assumptions.
AI can spot which patients need treatment to prevent vision loss in young adults
University College London researchers use AI to predict keratoconus progression, potentially reducing unnecessary monitoring and surgery.
3D printing “glue gun” can generate bone grafts directly onto fractures in animals
Sungkyunkwan University researchers developed a compact device that customises implants, enhancing surgical efficiency and bone healing.
Traditional Japanese ‘samurai squats’ improve leg strength
Tohoku University researchers find that practising Rei-ho, a samurai etiquette, boosts knee extension strength by 25.9%.