Human Biology News
August 5, 2025
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Aug. 4, 2025 — Your brain has its own elite defense team — and new research shows these "guardian" cells might be the real battleground for neurological diseases like Alzheimer’s and stroke. Scientists discovered that most genetic risks linked to these ...
Aug. 3, 2025 — Scientists have found a way to supercharge lung cancer treatment by transplanting healthy mitochondria into tumors, which both boosts immune response and makes chemotherapy far more effective. By ...
Aug. 2, 2025 — In a fascinating twist, Mayo Clinic researchers discovered that a sugar molecule cancer cells use to hide from the immune system might also protect insulin-producing beta cells in type 1 diabetes. By ...
July 31, 2025 — In an exciting breakthrough, researchers have identified cancer drugs that might reverse the effects of Alzheimer's disease in the brain. By analyzing gene expression in brain cells, they discovered that some FDA-approved cancer medications could ...
July 30, 2025 — Potent statins are the best-proven weapon against heart disease, especially when paired with lifestyle changes. Most people aren’t active enough—and many are underdiagnosed—so starting treatment strong is ...
July 30, 2025 — A newly mapped neural circuit shows how our skin senses cool temperatures and sends that info to the brain, revealing an unexpected amplifier in the spinal cord and offering insight into cold-related ...
July 30, 2025 — A group of Australian scientists has uncovered a new way to fight some of the toughest cancers by targeting an overlooked cellular process called minor splicing. This tiny but vital mechanism turns out to be essential for the growth of certain ...
July 27, 2025 — A team of scientists has developed a remarkable new approach to modeling how cells behave over time—using a digital "forecast" much like predicting the weather. By combining patient genomics with a groundbreaking plain-language “hypothesis ...
July 25, 2025 — A breakthrough AI system is revolutionizing cancer immunotherapy by enabling scientists to design protein-based keys that train a patient s immune cells to attack cancer with extreme precision. This method, capable of reducing development time from ...
July 24, 2025 — Scientists at Princeton and the Simons Foundation have identified four biologically distinct subtypes of autism, using data from over 5,000 children and a powerful new computational method. These ...
July 24, 2025 — Scientists in Switzerland have cracked open a century-old viral mystery by decoding the genome of the 1918 influenza virus from a preserved Zurich patient. This ancient RNA revealed that the virus ...
July 23, 2025 — Radiation therapy, once thought of mainly as a local cancer treatment, is now showing power to awaken the immune system in surprising ways. Researchers discovered that combining radiation with immunotherapy can transform stubborn, unresponsive lung ...
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July 21, 2025 — What scientists once dismissed as junk DNA may actually be some of the most powerful code in our genome. A new international study reveals that ancient viral DNA buried in our genes plays an active ...
July 18, 2025 — In a groundbreaking UK first, eight healthy babies have been born using an IVF technique that includes DNA from three people—two parents and a ...
July 18, 2025 — President Trump s diagnosis of Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) has brought renewed attention to a frequently overlooked yet dangerous condition. CVI affects the ability of veins especially in the ...
July 17, 2025 — Yoga, Tai Chi, walking, and jogging may be some of the best natural remedies for improving sleep and tackling insomnia, according to a large analysis comparing various treatments. While cognitive ...
July 15, 2025 — A new study comparing three popular diets—intermittent fasting, time-restricted eating, and continuous calorie cutting—found that all can help people with type 2 diabetes lose weight and lower ...
July 14, 2025 — Zebrafish can regenerate sensory hair cells that humans permanently lose, like those in the inner ear linked to hearing and balance. New research reveals two specific genes that control how different ...
July 13, 2025 — Aging men aren't just battling time—they're up against rising blood sugar. New research reveals that subtle increases in metabolic markers like ...
July 13, 2025 — For centuries, we’ve imagined Neanderthals as distant cousins — a separate species that vanished long ago. But thanks to AI-powered genetic research, scientists have revealed a far more entangled ...
July 12, 2025 — A surprising new study has uncovered over 200 misfolded proteins in the brains of aging rats with cognitive decline, beyond the infamous amyloid and tau plaques long blamed for Alzheimer’s. These ...
July 12, 2025 — Scientists at ETH Zurich have broken new ground by generating over 400 types of nerve cells from stem cells in the lab, far surpassing previous ...
Earlier Headlines
July 9, 2025 — Midlife sleep habits may matter more than previously thought. A large study finds that poor sleep, alongside high blood pressure and nicotine use, sharply increases the risk of heart problems in ...
July 9, 2025 — Creatine isn’t just for gym buffs; Virginia Tech scientists are using focused ultrasound to sneak this vital energy molecule past the blood-brain barrier, hoping to reverse devastating creatine ...
July 7, 2025 — Feeling jittery as the week kicks off isn’t just a mood—it leaves a biochemical footprint. Researchers tracked thousands of older adults and found those who dread Mondays carry elevated cortisol ...
July 2, 2025 — Scientists at UC Davis discovered a small genetic difference that could explain why humans are more prone to certain cancers than our primate cousins. The change affects a protein used by immune ...
June 30, 2025 — Scientists have uncovered a surprising sugar-related mechanism inside brain cells that could transform how we fight Alzheimer’s and other dementias. It turns out neurons don’t just store sugar ...
July 1, 2025 — Scientists have achieved an unprecedented look into how the human immune system attacks a transplanted pig kidney, using spatial molecular imaging to map immune activity down to the cellular level. ...
July 6, 2025 — Scientists have pioneered a new way to monitor sodium levels in the blood—without drawing a single drop. By combining terahertz radiation and optoacoustic detection, they created a non-invasive ...
June 30, 2025 — Smoke from wildfires and structural fires doesn t just irritate lungs it actually changes your immune system. Harvard scientists found that even healthy people exposed to smoke showed signs of immune ...
June 29, 2025 — Deleting a gene called PTEN in certain brain cells disrupts the brain’s fear circuitry and triggers anxiety-like behavior in mice — key traits seen in autism. Researchers mapped how this genetic ...
June 26, 2025 — Hot tubs don't just feel great, they may actually outperform saunas when it comes to health perks. A study found that soaking in hot water raises core body temperature more than dry or infrared ...
June 25, 2025 — Japanese researchers have found that vitamin C can thicken skin by switching on genes that boost skin cell growth, helping reverse age-related thinning. It works by reactivating DNA through a process ...
June 23, 2025 — Recycled plastic pellets can release a hidden mix of over 80 chemicals into water, disrupting hormones and fat metabolism in zebrafish larvae. Researchers warn that unknown and toxic additives make ...
June 20, 2025 — Cold sore-causing HSV-1 doesn't just hijack cells it reconfigures the entire architecture of our DNA to aid its invasion. Researchers discovered that it actively reshapes the 3D structure of the ...
June 20, 2025 — Fitness trackers often fail people with obesity by underestimating their energy burn, leading to discouraging results and misguided health data. A scientist's frustrating experience in an ...
June 19, 2025 — Intermittent fasting might not be a miracle solution, but it stands shoulder to shoulder with traditional calorie-cutting when it comes to shedding pounds and improving metabolic health. A major new ...
June 19, 2025 — Researchers from MIT and Scripps have unveiled a promising new HIV vaccine approach that generates a powerful immune response with just one dose. By combining two immune-boosting adjuvants alum and ...
June 14, 2025 — A team at Kobe University has created a game-changing resource for autism research: 63 mouse embryonic stem cell lines, each carrying a genetic mutation strongly associated with the disorder. By ...
June 24, 2025 — Scientists have uncovered a stealthy tactic used by the SARS-CoV-2 virus: one of its proteins can leap from infected cells to healthy ones, effectively tricking the immune system into attacking the ...
June 9, 2025 — Teens are diving into intense skincare routines inspired by TikTok, often slathering on six or more products daily, sometimes over ten in just minutes, chasing beauty ideals that favor lighter, ...
June 9, 2025 — A rare genetic disorder called Werner syndrome causes premature aging and devastating health complications from an early age, yet treatment options have been lacking. New hope emerges from Chiba ...
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
- The Sleep-Heart Link Doctors Are Urging Women Over 45 to Know
- This Muscle Supplement Could Rewire the Brain—and Now Scientists Can Deliver It
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Friday, June 20, 2025
- Cold Sore Virus Hijacks Human Genome in 3D--and Scientists Found Its Weak Spot
- Fitness Trackers Are Failing Millions — This Fix Could Change Everything
Thursday, June 19, 2025
- 99 Trials Later, Fasting Ties Traditional Diets in Weight-Loss Showdown
- One Shot to Stop HIV: MIT's Bold Vaccine Breakthrough
Saturday, June 14, 2025
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Monday, June 9, 2025
- Burning for Beauty: How TikTok Skin Trends Are Harming Young Girls
- Common Supplement Reverses Premature Aging in Landmark Human Trial
Saturday, June 7, 2025
- The Hidden Dna Repair System That Could Transform Cancer Treatment
- Why Your Diet Might Be Making You Sad--Especially If You're a Man
Monday, June 2, 2025
Thursday, May 29, 2025
- Machine Learning Algorithm Brings Long-Read Sequencing to the Clinic
- Keep the Cool Feeling: A Lipid Enzyme for Maintaining Cool Temperature Sensation and Avoidance
- Findings on the Protein That Forms Loops in the Human Genome
- Novel Biomarker: Potential to Predict and Treat Skin Cancer Metastasis
- Resetting the Fight-or-Flight Response
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
- Diagnosing Parkinson's Using a Blood-Based Genetic Signature
- Yeast Can Now Produce Human DNase1
- Gene Editing Disrupts Huntington's Mutation in Mice
- New Injection Could Help Millions With High Blood Pressure
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
- Zika Virus Uses Cells' 'self-Care' System to Turn Against Host
- Mitochondrial DNA Mutation Accumulation May Not Be a Determining Factor in Aging
- Different Versions of APOE Protein Have Varying Effect on Microglia in Alzheimer's Disease
- Discovery Offers New Insights Into Skin Healing in Salmon
- HIV Vaccine Study Uncovers Powerful New Antibody Target
Friday, May 23, 2025
Thursday, May 22, 2025
- Researchers Develop Gene Therapy That Can Target Airway and Lungs Via Nasal Spray
- An Artificial Protein That Moves Like Something Found in Nature
- Exercise and Eat Your Veggies: Privileged Prescriptions Like These Don't Always Reduce Risk of Heart Disease
- Scientists Say Microplastics Are 'silently Spreading from Soil to Salad to Humans'
- How Cholera Bacteria Outsmart Viruses
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
- Personal Space Chemistry Suppressed by Perfume and Body Lotion Indoors
- Unlocking the Secrets of Bat Immunity
- This Gene Variant Contributed to the Dietary and Physiological Evolution of Modern Humans
- Newfound Mechanism Rewires Cellular Energy Processing for Drastic Weight Loss
- Hand2: Positional Code That Allows Axolotls to Regrow Limbs Found
- Scientists Design Gene Delivery Systems for Cells in the Brain and Spinal Cord
- Live View: Stress-Induced Changes in Generations of Cancer Cells
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
- New Research on ALS Opens Up for Early Treatment
- Technique Rapidly Measures Cells' Density, Reflecting Health and Developmental State
- Advanced Genomics Study Improves Detection of Hard-to-Find Diarrheal Infections
Monday, May 19, 2025
- Genomic Data Shows Widespread Mpox Transmission in West Africa Prior to 2022 Global Outbreak
- After Cardiac Event, People Who Regularly Sit for Too Long Had Higher Risk of Another Event
- A First Blueprint of Chemical Transport Pathways in Human Cells
- Maintaining Balance in the Immune System
Friday, May 16, 2025
- Scientists Discover Key Gene Impacts Liver Energy Storage, Affecting Metabolic Disease Risk
- Novel Molecular Maneuver Helps Malaria Parasite Dodge the Immune System
- Study Reveals Impacts of Alzheimer's Disease on the Whole Body
Thursday, May 15, 2025
- New Gene Editor Enables Greater Precision
- Two HIV Vaccine Trials Show Proof of Concept for Pathway to Broadly Neutralizing Antibodies
- Asians Made Humanity's Longest Prehistoric Migration and Shaped the Genetic Landscape in the Americas
- Key Player in Childhood Food Allergies Identified: Thetis Cells
- The Effect of Physical Fitness on Mortality Is Overestimated
- Enzyme Identified as an Important Tumor Inhibitor in T-Cell Lymphomas
- Protein Switch Turns Anti-Viral Immune Response on and Off
- People With Critical Cardiovascular Disease May Benefit from Palliative Care
- How Rearranged Genes Drive Kidney Cancer Progression
- 'Rogue' Immune Cells Explain Why a Gluten-Free Diet Fails in Some Celiac Patients
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
- People With Lupus Who Have Certain Antibodies Are More Likely to Experience Blood Clots, Researchers Find
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Gene Therapy
- MRI Scans Could Help Detect Life-Threatening Heart Disease
- A Step Forward in Treating Serious Genetic Disorders Prenatally
- Got Data? Breastfeeding Device Measures Babies' Milk Intake in Real Time
- Sugar-Coated Nanotherapy Dramatically Improves Neuron Survival in Alzheimer's Model
- Making Connections: A Three-Dimensional Visualization of Musculoskeletal Development
- A Downside of Taurine: It Drives Leukemia Growth
- New Study Offers Insights Into Designing Safe, Effective Nasal Vaccines
- New Study Reveals Our Skin's Own Bacteria Can Help Protect Us from the Bad Effects of Sunlight
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
- With AI, Researchers Predict the Location of Virtually Any Protein Within a Human Cell
- Hormone Cycles Shape the Structure and Function of Key Memory Regions in the Brain
- New Light Shed on Health Differences Between Males and Females
- 'Loop'hole: HIV-1 Hijacks Human Immune Cells Using Circular RNAs
Monday, May 12, 2025
- Estrogen-Related Receptors Could Be Key to Treating Metabolic and Muscular Disorders
- CAR-T Cell Therapy for Cancer Causes 'brain Fog,' Study Shows
Friday, May 9, 2025
- Fat-Rich Fluid Fuels Immune Failure in Ovarian Cancer
- A More Realistic Look at DNA in Action
- Novel, Needle-Free, Live-Attenuated Influenza Vaccines With Broad Protection Against Human and Avian Virus Subtypes
- An Enzyme as Key to Protein Quality
- Can Frisky Flies Save Human Lives?
- Heart Rhythm Disorder Traced to Bacterium Lurking in Our Gums
Thursday, May 8, 2025
- Biologists Identify Targets for New Pancreatic Cancer Treatments
- Eating Ultra-Processed Foods May Harm Your Health
- Lack of Sleep Can Increase the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
- Promising Parkinson's Drug Decoded
- Engineering an Antibody Against Flu With Sticky Staying Power
- AI-Designed DNA Controls Genes in Healthy Mammalian Cells for First Time
- Building Vaccines for Future Versions of a Virus