A new study found that a single 10-minute ultrasound session can lead to a modest but clear drop in delusion scores in people with schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder. The treatment, called transcranial ultrasound stimulation, targets a deep brain region with sound waves and showed promise in reducing delusions and side effects.
A new study has linked exposure to the safer plastic additive DINCH during pregnancy to lighter and smaller newborns. Higher levels of DINCH in the urine of pregnant women resulted in a 27-gram reduction in newborn birth weight, highlighting potential risks of chemical additives on fetal development.
Researchers analyzed nearly half a million cells from dozens of patients' tumors to understand how pancreatic cancer cells continuously evolve over time. The study found that specific genetic changes, such as increased activity of the MYC gene, enable cancer cells to resist therapy and spread rapidly.
Researchers at NYU Langone Health ophthalmology faculty are presenting new findings on treating Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy and corneal neovascularization. A clinical trial of a topical medication after Descemet stripping only surgery shows significant acceleration of corneal healing and reduced need for donor corneas. A course...
Researchers analyzed thousands of molecular measurements from human milk to identify shared patterns with infant growth and mammary gland function. Seven biomarkers, including short-chain acylcarnitines and selenium, were linked to maternal nutrition and infant growth, offering a new understanding of the complex relationships between m...
Researchers at NYU Langone Health used fruit flies to study how neurons interact to encode information into working memory. They found that two types of neurons form an attractor network, allowing the fly to track and remember specific odors.
Researchers developed an AI model that accurately flags heart transplant rejection by combining electrocardiogram readings with blood test results, potentially sparing patients from invasive biopsies. The model correctly identified 94% of patients without rejection and incorrectly flagged 19 patients with blood test results.
A new study found that consuming sweets while taking antibiotics amplifies the harm done to the gut microbiome, reducing its diversity and making it more vulnerable to disease. The research tracked 9,419 meals and found that every 100 grams of sugar consumed resulted in a 21% reduction in alpha diversity.
The institution has appointed three leaders in sports medicine to head key orthopedic centers, including the Center for Patellofemoral Disorders, Knee Preservation Center, and Hip Preservation and Hip Arthroscopy Center. Dr. Sabrina Strickland, Dr. Andreas Gomoll, and Dr. F. Winston Gwathmey will bring exceptional expertise in treating...
Hassenfeld Children's Hospital at NYU Langone has been ranked as the No. 1 children's hospital in New York State for pediatric pulmonology and lung surgery. The hospital offers advanced pulmonary care, including pediatric lung transplant expertise, and innovative treatments for complex respiratory and thoracic conditions.
A new AI model, NYU-DRP, uses 3D mammograms to predict breast cancer risk, outperforming traditional methods. The tool correctly identified 72% of high-risk cases and reduced unnecessary screenings for those at lower risk.
A new study found that caloric restriction reduces DNA mutations in mice, slowing the rate of mutations with age. The study showed that caloric restriction had the strongest impact on the least active genomic regions, suggesting that diet may play a role in genome health.
The study found that prescriptions for GLP-1 weight-loss medications increased 310-fold among young children with obesity, from 0.03% in 2019 to 9.3% in 2026. Younger children with severe obesity and girls were more likely to receive the medications, highlighting the need for better access and monitoring.
A new study by NYU Langone Health found a genetic link between GLP-1 use and increased risk of male-pattern hair loss. The study, published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, showed that men using GLP-1 medications for weight loss had a 7% added risk of losing their hair due to the medication
William Gordon Frankle, MD, MBA, will lead the Department of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, focusing on innovation and community psychiatry. He succeeds Charles R. Marmar, who completed 17 years of distinguished leadership, and builds on NYU Langone's excellence in clinical care, research, and education.
NYU Langone Health has appointed Sunil Rao, MD, and Susheel Kodali, MD, as directors of the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology and interventional cardiology, respectively. Dr. Rao will oversee a nationally ranked cardiology program, while Dr. Kodali will lead the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory and expand treatment options for p...
Researchers analyzed data from 3,339 mother-child pairs and found no significant relationship between prenatal organophosphate pesticide exposure and social communication problems and autism-related traits. However, the study's findings suggest that long-term research is needed to clarify which environmental exposures matter most in co...
A new study reveals that using cannabis in multiple forms may signal a higher risk of heavy use and addiction. About 1 in 7 cannabis users, who also use cannabis in nearly every form, are more likely to experience daily use and addiction.
A new study found that avoiding three risk factors in middle age is linked to nearly 13 more years without dementia. Participants who had no risk factors lived without developing dementia an average of 30 years, compared to 17 years for those with the three risk factors.
A new study has found that exposure to glyphosate, a widely used herbicide, may increase the chance of giving birth too early. Women with higher levels of glyphosate in their urine samples were more likely to go into spontaneous labor before 37 weeks.
A new study reveals that lung tumors can cause cachexia by hacking into the nervous system and altering eating behavior. Researchers found that tumors missing a gene called LKB1 produced prostaglandin E2, a signaling molecule that amplifies inflammation and causes weight loss.
A new study by NYU Langone Health researchers reveals how leukemia cells enter the lungs, causing severe breathing problems. Steroid treatment has been shown to improve respiratory function in AML patients with leukemic lung infiltration.
A new study reveals that US hospitals and clinics are adopting digital health tools, supplementing in-person care with secure online patient portals and health apps. The study found a significant increase in patient-provider interactions via these channels, but in-person visits have rebounded since the pandemic.
A new study by NYU Langone Health researchers found that nearly half of Americans with kidney failure who are referred for transplantation never begin the process required to be considered for a new organ. The study analyzed data from over 720,000 patients and found that those who were unmarried, had severe obesity, or lived in rural a...
NYU Langone Health has performed the world's first HIV-positive-to-HIV-positive lung transplant, expanding options for patients with limited donor availability. The successful surgery marks a significant milestone for the HIV-positive community and represents progress in creating equity in organ transplantation.
A recent study in mice reveals a shared hub of memory cells that links incoming and outgoing signals, allowing the brain to reuse some cells to store many different memories. This 'switchboard' helps maintain stability while learning new information.
A new study shows that a cancer vaccine in combination with immunotherapy reduces the risk of skin cancer recurrence and death by 49 percent. After five years, patients who received the combination therapy had a 68.8% chance of remaining cancer-free compared to 50.2% for those receiving immunotherapy alone.
Researchers from NYU Langone Health's Perlmutter Cancer Center presented new clinical findings on Merkel cell carcinoma, showing improved outcomes with pembrolizumab treatment. Additionally, a national study found that lung cancer screening has widened income-related gaps in survival rates, highlighting the need for equal access to care.
A low-cost game that can identify patients with depression in just three minutes has been developed by NYU Langone Health researchers. The game uses neurobiological studies to measure how patients' decisional reference points respond to changes in their environment, providing clues about what is happening in their brains.
Cancer cells with abnormal chromosome numbers are more resistant to treatment due to reduced PARP1 levels. This abnormality rewires how cancer cells grow and spread.
A global validation study led by NYU Langone Health confirms the accuracy of the American Heart Association's PREVENT tool in predicting cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk for diverse populations. The tool, which considers kidney health and albuminuria levels, was found to be highly effective in identifying patients at high CVD risk.
Dr. Jonathan H. Whiteson has been appointed as the new chair of Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health, aiming to enhance rehabilitation care and services across the institution. He plans to focus on growth in oncology rehabilitation, frailty prevention, healthy aging, and emerging technologies like AI and remote patient monitoring.
Researchers at NYU Langone Health found that high levels of a toxic molecule in the gut may trigger lupus nephritis. The study suggests using antibiotics as an alternative treatment instead of immunosuppressants.
A new study reveals that astrocytes build far-reaching connections to communicate with other cells across the brain. These pathways appear to connect distant regions in ways that had not been mapped before, adding a new layer to how brain regions stay connected.
A phase 2 study led by NYU Langone Health showed that adding pembrolizumab to standard chemotherapy and radiation with surgery allowed 60% of patients to avoid bladder removal for up to two years post-treatment. This breakthrough treatment offers hope to patients with muscle-invasive urothelial cancer of the bladder.
A new study found that an elevated NLR is significantly associated with both long-term and short-term risk of Alzheimer's and dementia. High NLRs were more prevalent among Hispanic patients and women, suggesting potential genetic or social factors at play.
NYU Langone Health experts present platform talks on practical strategies to counter medical misinformation, phase 3 X-TOLE2 trial results for novel epilepsy treatment, and exploring healthcare accessibility for patients with disabilities. The Department of Neurology features over 80 presentations from faculty members.
A new NYU Langone Health study found that e-bike and scooter crashes are now accounting for nearly 7% of trauma patients admitted to NYC hospitals, with traumatic brain injuries on the rise. The study also highlights the importance of improved urban infrastructure and helmet use to prevent these injuries.
Researchers propose a new model explaining how cancer cells adapt to treatment resistance through a previously overlooked molecular mechanism. The model involves the family of proteins AP-1, which helps cancer cells explore different gene expression patterns until they find one that improves survival chances.
A new study reveals that mice can rapidly identify odors using temporal filtering, a process that enables transmission of only the first set of signals belonging to the identified smell. This finding challenges traditional views on mammalian sensory processing and may have implications for artificial intelligence tools.
A new analysis estimates that exposure to di-2-ethylhexylphthalate (DEHP) contributed to 1.97 million preterm births in 2018, equivalent to 8% of global total. The study also linked DEHP to 74,000 newborn deaths and found a significant health burden across regions with rapidly growing plastics industries.
A new study led by NYU Langone Health finds that combining advanced imaging tests can identify the underlying cause of heart attacks in most patients without blocked arteries. The research used coronary optical coherence tomography (OCT) and cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to reveal a likely cause in 79 percent of patients.
Dr. Lisa G. Roth, MD has joined Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone and Perlmutter Cancer Center as director of the Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology. She will oversee clinical care, research, and education programs while expanding access to advanced therapies and clinical trials.
Researchers analyzed electronic health records to determine heat exposure thresholds associated with emergency department use in vulnerable older patients. They found that heat-associated ED use among these patients spikes at around 90 F, not 95 F, and that targeted interventions can enhance their heat adaptive capacity.
A new study reveals that prior authorization requirements for heart failure medications can significantly delay pharmacy fills, particularly for those with lower socioeconomic status or Medicaid insurance. The study found that patients with prior authorization prescriptions took three times as long to fill their ARNI prescriptions and ...
Researchers at NYU Langone Health found that herpes simplex virus uses protein ICP4 to make human cell nuclei more fluid-like, allowing for faster replication. This makes the nucleus easier for the virus to copy itself and increases production rate of new viral copies
Researchers at NYU Langone Orthopedics present new study on ACL reconstruction in athletes over 50, finding physiological age determines treatment. They also develop an AI chatbot to answer pre- and postoperative questions, improving patient engagement and education.
Donation after circulatory death has become routine in the US, with organs from these donors used for multiple transplants. The number of circulatory-death donors increased significantly over 25 years, making them a major source of kidneys and livers.
A new study has discovered microplastics in nine out of ten patients with prostate cancer, with higher levels found in tumor tissue than noncancerous tissue. The findings suggest that microplastic exposure may be a risk factor for prostate cancer.
A study published in Nature reveals that a protein called lipocalin 2 (LCN2) is produced by stressed cancer cells to shield them from the immune system. Blocking LCN2 with new drugs enables the immune system to target tumor cells, slowing cancer growth in mice.