Scientists from MIT and partners have developed a way to produce liver-like cells from induced pluripotent stem cells, which can be infected with hepatitis C. This allows for the study of why people respond differently to the infection, potentially leading to personalized medicine.
Young people worldwide are at risk of depression, which can lead to serious health problems if left untreated. Research suggests that prevention strategies targeted at high-risk individuals, such as cognitive behavioural therapy and interpersonal therapy, have shown promise in reducing depressive symptoms.
A recent study found that musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound volume increased significantly among non-radiologists, particularly podiatrists, from 2000 to 2009. The study's findings raise concerns about self-referral and the potential for increased healthcare costs.
A new study published in PloS One suggests that abnormal tau protein propagates along linked brain circuits, jumping from neuron to neuron. This finding opens new opportunities for studying Alzheimer's disease and developing therapies to halt its progression.
Researchers found that decaffeinated coffee improves glucose utilization in the brain, reducing the risk of neurocognitive problems associated with type 2 diabetes. The study suggests that decaffeinated coffee may have preventive benefits for cognitive decline caused by aging and neurodegenerative disorders.
A new study by San Francisco State University researcher Sybil Yang found that diners do not linger noticeably longer over any particular location on the menu, contradicting decades of conventional wisdom. Instead, they read menus sequentially like a book, moving from left to right and down the pages.
Researchers have developed a small device that measures blood oxygen levels and can be used to monitor hospitalized patients for recurrent strokes in real time. The device has shown statistically similar results to traditional CT perfusion scans, but may not be suitable for all patients.
A comparative study has found that stenting and surgery for blocked neck arteries are equally effective in preventing repeat blockages. The study showed identical rates of recurring blockage at 5.8% after both procedures, with no significant difference in the risk of stroke.
Researchers at Yale University predict that tropical cyclones will cause $109 billion in damages globally by 2100, with climate change exacerbating the issue. The US and China are expected to bear the brunt of the damage, while small island nations like those in the Caribbean will be disproportionately affected.