Pasteurizing fruit smoothies could improve digestion of beneficial polyphenols
University of Navarre researchers find high-temperature pasteurisation increases polyphenol absorption by gut microbiome by 44%.
AI identifies key gene sets that cause complex diseases
Northwestern University researchers develop AI tool to uncover gene networks, paving the way for personalised treatments.
Humans have unique breathing “fingerprints” that may signal health status
Weizmann Institute of Science discovers nasal breathing patterns can identify individuals and correlate with mental health.
Lymph node on a chip: New immune system model may enhance precision medicine research
Virginia Tech and University of Virginia collaborate to develop bioengineered lymph node model, advancing cancer metastasis studies.
Creatine is safe, effective and important for everyone, longtime researcher says
Texas A&M University study reveals creatine’s role in improving cognitive function and muscle mass across all ages.
Window-sized device taps the air for safe drinking water
MIT researchers develop a hydrogel-based water harvester, capturing clean water even in arid desert conditions.
Sniffing out hunger: a nose-to-brain connection linked to appetite
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute find specific nerve cells in mice that regulate appetite through smell.
Even bumble bee queens need personal days, too
UC Riverside study finds queens pause egg-laying to conserve energy, ensuring colony survival during vulnerable early days.
Methanol poisoning could be easily detected with a ‘breathalyzer’ sensor
University of Adelaide researchers develop innovative sensor using graphene, detecting methanol at 50 parts per billion.
Locations of treats are stored in specialized neural maps
Stanford University researchers find adaptable neural maps in mice, revealing insights into dementia and addiction behaviours.