A nationwide survey in Japan revealed that patients have a strong desire for involvement in allergy research, but researchers often fail to engage. The study identifies key priorities for improving patient-centered care, including training programs and digital tools.
A comparative study explores how different systems of professional development influence preschool teacher growth in Japan, China, and the United States. The findings highlight the importance of culturally rooted practices and institutional structures in shaping teacher development, revealing no universal model for this process.
A novel AI model objectively assesses eczema severity using smartphone images uploaded by patients. The study found a strong correlation between the AI-based score and dermatologist-assessed scores, supporting its potential to enhance precision in dermatological care.
Researchers at Keio University developed a method to grow millions of functional liver cells, revolutionizing drug testing and regenerative therapies. The breakthrough could lead to more effective treatments for liver diseases and accelerate the development of new organoids.
Researchers discovered that low-oxygen environments play a crucial role in driving pancreatic cancer cell transformation into aggressive types. Disabling specific genes and using EZH2 inhibitors can reverse this process, suggesting new treatment possibilities for the disease.