A study by Ohio State University researchers found that chemotherapy disrupts the gut microbiome in breast cancer patients, leading to cognitive decline and increased inflammation. The research suggests that targeting the gut microbiome may improve behavioral side effects of chemotherapy.
SourceOhio State University Wexner Medical Center·JournalBrain Behavior and Immunity·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJun 26, 2024
A new University of Cincinnati study reveals that a signaling pathway in the brain helps maintain health and prevent inflammation and cognitive deficits. Microglia cells produce their own TGF-β ligand to regulate local states of inflammation.
SourceUniversity of Cincinnati·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 24, 2024
Researchers found that mice lacking the G900 region exhibit reduced inflammatory response and suppressed Th2 differentiation when exposed to allergens. This discovery highlights the importance of the G900 gene enhancer in regulating immune responses and has implications for personalized treatments and asthma care.
SourceChiba University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 24, 2024
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Researchers are exploring inflammation caused by COVID-19 as a trigger for Long Covid, a condition characterized by persistent symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and shortness of breath. The study aims to identify potential causes and treatments for Long Covid, with findings that could lead to enhanced immune function in patients.
SourcePennington Biomedical Research Center·DateJun 21, 2024
Researchers in Brazil have developed bread with probiotic yeast that may help combat asthma by reducing airway inflammation and hyperresponsiveness. The bread's probiotic properties were shown to attenuate asthma symptoms in mice, suggesting potential for a new treatment approach.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalCurrent Developments in Nutrition·DateJun 17, 2024
Researchers found a link between gut microbiota and Parkinson's disease, revealing reduced B vitamins and intestinal barrier issues. Treatment with B vitamins could alleviate PD symptoms and slow disease progression.
SourceNagoya University·Journalnpj Parkinson s Disease·DateJun 17, 2024
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A recent study found that mid-life inflammation is associated with slower late-life mobility, even among healthy adults. The link was strongest for individuals with sustained high inflammation over two decades.
SourceWiley·JournalJournal of the American Geriatrics Society·DateJun 12, 2024
A recent study published in The Open Sports Sciences Journal found that Ascorbic acid supplementation reduced exercise-induced oxidative stress and inflammation in healthy women. The supplement also increased plasma ascorbic acid levels and reduced post-exercise MDA levels, suggesting a potential protective effect against muscle injury.
SourceBentham Science Publishers·JournalThe Open Sports Sciences Journal·DateJun 10, 2024
Scientists at Salk Institute discover a molecular mechanism that helps macrophages mount a coordinated response tailored to a specific immune challenge. The discovery reveals new immune system mechanisms that could be targeted with therapeutics to regulate inflammation.
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Researchers have discovered that metabolism plays a crucial role in the balance between T and B cells, leading to autoimmune diseases. The study suggests that targeting the interaction between immune cells and metabolism could lead to more effective treatments for conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.
SourceUniversity of Surrey·JournalClinical and Translational Medicine·DateJun 4, 2024
A study found that low-dose acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) can reduce pro-inflammatory responses to sleep restriction. The treatment reduced interleukin-6 expression, COX-1/COX-2 double positive cells in monocytes, and C-reactive protein serum levels.
SourceAmerican Academy of Sleep Medicine·JournalSLEEP·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJun 3, 2024
Researchers found a significant association between higher Mediterranean diet intake and lower risk of death from cancer and cardiovascular disease. The study's findings suggest that modest changes in established risk factors can yield substantial long-term benefits from following a Mediterranean diet.
SourceBrigham and Women's Hospital·JournalJAMA·TypeObservational study·DateMay 31, 2024
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Researchers at Texas A&M University have discovered a new technique for tissue regeneration using mineral-based nanomaterials inspired by ancient medical practices. The approach aims to induce natural bone formation, reducing the need for invasive procedures and long-term medication, and promoting improved quality of life.
SourceTexas A&M University·JournalAdvanced Science·DateMay 31, 2024
Researchers at the University of Toronto discovered a new RNA virus, Apocryptovirus odysseus, associated with severe inflammation in humans infected with Toxoplasma gondii. The virus is found in two hypervirulent strains of the parasite, exacerbating toxoplasmosis disease and triggering an immune response.
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalVirus Evolution·DateMay 31, 2024
A study finds that prostaglandin E2 elicits mast cells to suppress inflammation by creating soluble ST2, blocking proinflammatory cytokine actions. The findings suggest a promise in targeting PGE2 with therapeutics to treat severe asthma.
SourceBrigham and Women's Hospital·JournalImmunity·DateMay 30, 2024
Researchers review Silibinin's efficacy in managing inflammation, a key factor in tumour development and aging. The molecule may reduce drug-related toxicity and increase therapeutic potential in integrated cancer therapies.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalOncotarget·TypeSystematic review·DateMay 28, 2024
Researchers at Harvard University have identified a specific cell type in the mouse embryonic brain that responds to an immune response in the mother, altering gene regulation and persisting in juvenile mice. This study provides new insights into how maternal immune responses might influence brain development in embryos, potentially sh...
SourceThe Company of Biologists·JournalDevelopment·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 22, 2024
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Researchers at the State University of Campinas found that daily consumption of jaboticaba peel improved glucose metabolism even after meals. The study showed lower post-prandial glycemia and less inflammation in volunteers with obesity and metabolic syndrome.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalNutrition Research·DateMay 21, 2024
Researchers report that dupilumab substantially decreases exacerbation frequency and improves lung function as well as symptom burden in COPD patients with type 2 inflammation. The study's findings are promising for these patients, who have a high risk of exacerbations.
SourceUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 20, 2024
A new study from the University of Copenhagen found that long-term exposure to air pollution accelerates cognitive decline and increases risk of dementia. The research, which followed a cohort of nurses for 27 years, also suggests that physical activity may mitigate the adverse effects of air pollution.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences·JournalAlzheimer s & Dementia·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 17, 2024
A new study analyzed 500,000 individuals and found a strong statistical association between rDNA copy number and well-established markers of systemic inflammation, as well as kidney function. The research suggests that wider genome analysis could bring opportunities for preventative diagnostics and novel therapeutics.
SourceQueen Mary University of London·JournalCell Genomics·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 14, 2024
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Researchers found that specific combinations of interferon proteins, including I, II, and III, are associated with various lupus symptoms like skin rashes, kidney inflammation, and joint pain. Elevated levels of these interferons can lead to severe disease presentations.
SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalCell Reports Medicine·DateMay 13, 2024
A randomized trial found that aerobic exercise significantly reduced inflammatory markers in adults with obesity, including IL-6 and IFN-γ levels. Exercise combined with liraglutide treatment showed no additional benefits in reducing inflammation compared to placebo or liraglutide alone.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 12, 2024
A new study from Washington State University found that just a few days on a night shift schedule can disrupt protein rhythms related to blood glucose regulation and energy metabolism. This dysregulation may lead to chronic metabolic conditions such as diabetes and obesity.
SourceWashington State University·JournalJournal of Proteome Research·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 9, 2024
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Researchers found that iron is a regulator of energy usage by immune cells in the lungs, which can help treat asthma and other allergic diseases. Blocking or limiting iron uptake may reduce asthma severity.
SourceKeck School of Medicine of USC·JournalScience Translational Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 8, 2024
Researchers found associations between inflammatory and metabolic biomarkers and accelerated aging, with GlycA and GrimAge showing robust correlations. The study provides insight into the relationship between aging and cardiometabolic health, potentially informing vulnerable populations.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeObservational study·DateMay 7, 2024
Researchers at U of T have identified two compounds, diindolylmethane and diindolylethane, produced by gut bacteria that can regulate the nuclear receptor CAR, potentially treating diseases like diabetes, fatty liver disease, and small intestine ulcerative colitis.
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalNature Communications·DateMay 3, 2024
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Researchers found that cranberry extracts can stimulate beneficial bacteria in the gut, reducing inflammation and improving the prognosis of chronic diseases. The study suggests that cranberries may be a useful addition to a balanced diet in preventing or managing conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
SourceUniversité Laval·Journalnpj Biofilms and Microbiomes·DateApr 30, 2024
A honey-containing nanoemulsion was developed and characterized for stability, maintaining normal pH values corresponding to skin pH throughout a 90-day testing period. The emulsion showed non-Newtonian flow and pseudo-plastic behaviour required for ideal topical formulation.
SourceXia & He Publishing Inc.·JournalJournal of Exploratory Research in Pharmacology·DateApr 29, 2024
Studies found a negative relationship between HBV replication and liver inflammation in HBeAg-positive patients with high viral DNA levels, which shifted to positive relationships for those with low DNA levels or HBeAg-negative status. This interaction suggests a complex relationship between viral replication and liver damage progression.
SourceXia & He Publishing Inc.·JournalJournal of Clinical and Translational Hepatology·DateApr 22, 2024
A study of 322 participants found racial discrimination to predispose Black young adults to metabolic syndrome through sleep issues and chronic inflammation. This discovery could inform targeted prevention strategies to address existing health disparities in minority populations.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateApr 18, 2024
Researchers found that reticulon 3 (RTN3) is downregulated in left ventricular tissue of patients with heart failure after myocardial infarction. RTN3 knockout alleviated cardiac dysfunction after MI, while overexpression decreased systolic function.
SourceSichuan International Medical Exchange and Promotion Association·JournalMedComm·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 18, 2024
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A new analysis has found evidence supporting the use of treatments to enhance mucosal healing and reduce inflammation in the gut, leading to improved outcomes for children with malnutrition. The study identified that a short course of treatment can restore mucosal integrity, reducing intestinal damage and systemic inflammation.
SourceQueen Mary University of London·JournalNature Communications·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateApr 17, 2024
Researchers found that children born to mothers with HIV infection have an increased risk of immune abnormalities, impaired growth, and development. Infants exposed to HIV had a 41% higher mortality rate than those not exposed, with systemic inflammation being strongly associated with infant mortality.
SourceQueen Mary University of London·JournalNature Communications·TypeObservational study·DateApr 17, 2024
A newly developed compound called UH15-38 has been shown to safely and efficiently block necroptosis, a key receptor in lung cells causing excessive inflammation and lung damage. The study demonstrates that UH15-38 can prevent influenza deaths even when administered late in the course of an infection.
A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association suggests that treating gum disease after a heart rhythm ablation procedure can lower oral inflammation and reduce the risk of AFib recurrence. Researchers found that an index measuring the severity of gum inflammation was associated with the return of AFib, highligh...
SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateApr 10, 2024
Researchers found that geraniol reduces oxidative stress and neuroinflammation-mediated cognitive impairment in a mouse aging model. Geraniol treatment improved spatial learning and memory by enhancing anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 10, 2024
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A routine blood test that measures inflammation levels could improve diagnosis and management of debilitating autoimmune diseases. The Systemic Inflammation Index (SII) has shown high accuracy in diagnosing immunological diseases.
SourceFlinders University·JournalClinical and Experimental Medicine·TypeSystematic review·DateApr 2, 2024
A new study using spatial transcriptomics has generated a unique spatial atlas of intestinal cells in both healthy and inflamed states. The research reveals the evolution of cell populations during inflammation, particularly highlighting the significance of fibroblasts in response to gut inflammation.
SourceBrigham and Women's Hospital·JournalCell·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 2, 2024
Researchers found that synbiotics, a combination of prebiotics and paraprobiotics, improved the gut microbiome of Magellanic penguins, reducing inflammation and enhancing overall health. The study also revealed that parasynbiotics can modulate inflammatory responses in penguins.
SourceFujita Health University·JournalJournal of Veterinary Medical Science·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 28, 2024
Researchers found a link between low fiber diets, mucin-degrading bacteria, and increased inflammation in mice with IBD genetics. A high-fiber diet prevented inflammation and even reversed symptoms in some cases.
SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalCell Host & Microbe·DateMar 20, 2024
Researchers discover that certain bacteria can evade the immune system by circumventing antibody coating, leading to severe inflammation. The study identifies IgG2 as a key player in this process, providing potential biomarkers and targets for new treatments.
SourceTechnical University of Denmark·JournalGut·DateMar 13, 2024
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Researchers developed a curcumin nanoemulsion that effectively improved the bioavailability of curcumin and modulated the gut microbiota of mice with intestinal inflammation. The nanoemulsion increased the presence of beneficial bacteria, reducing symptoms of intestinal damage.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalInternational Journal of Pharmaceutics·DateMar 7, 2024
Research found that experiences of racial discrimination and perceived neighborhood racial composition are associated with higher levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines during pregnancy. Higher macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) levels were linked to glucocorticoid resistance, a potential mechanism underlying preterm birth.
SourcePenn State·JournalBrain Behavior & Immunity - Health·TypeObservational study·DateMar 6, 2024
Researchers found that viral infections like adenovirus create conditions for arrhythmias by disrupting gap junctions and ion channels in the heart. This discovery opens new directions to diagnose and treat viral infections affecting the heart, particularly for individuals with acute infections.
SourceVirginia Tech·JournalCirculation Research·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 6, 2024
Researchers found that faulty mtDNA replication causes mitochondria to leak genetic material, triggering an immune response and leading to disease. By targeting this process, doctors may develop therapies to prevent harmful inflammation.
SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·JournalNature Cell Biology·DateMar 1, 2024
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Researchers at MBL have found a genetic arrangement that confers antibiotic resistance to the bacterium Bacteroides fragilis, which may help it protect itself from tetracycline. The study highlights the role of transposons in horizontal gene transfer and potential mechanisms for controlling gene expression.
SourceMarine Biological Laboratory·JournalmBio·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 1, 2024
Researchers at Salk Institute have created a novel organoid model of the human brain that includes mature, functional astrocytes. This allows for the study of inflammation and stress in aging and diseases like Alzheimer's with greater clarity, revealing a relationship between astrocyte dysfunction and inflammation.
SourceSalk Institute·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateFeb 28, 2024
Researchers identified six blood biomarkers associated with increased cardiovascular risk in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. These biomarkers improved the ability to predict arterial inflammation, an indicator of cardiovascular risk, compared to standard clinical indices.
SourceMass General Brigham·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateFeb 28, 2024
Researchers have discovered that certain volatile compounds emitted by microbes and food can alter epigenetic states in neurons and other eukaryotic cells. Exposure to these compounds can slow down neurodegeneration and cancer, while also affecting plant growth and responses to stress.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournaleLife·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 27, 2024
A national multicenter survey found that up to one-third of children who were hospitalized due to COVID-19 did not fully recover and experienced persistent symptoms. Children who had not recovered were more likely to have neurological symptoms, including headache and weakness.
SourceKennedy Krieger Institute·JournalFrontiers in Pediatrics·TypeSurvey·DateFeb 26, 2024
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A new mouse study reveals that the gut microbiome interacts with the loss of female sex hormones to exacerbate metabolic disease. The research suggests that the gut microbiome contributes to weight gain, fat in the liver, and inflammation, particularly in women after menopause.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalGut Microbes·DateFeb 22, 2024
A one-year interdisciplinary therapy program reduced inflammation and cardiometabolic risk in obese adolescents, improving insulin resistance and weight management. The semi-intensive model produced better results than previous intensive models, reversing hyperlipidemia and promoting energy balance.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalInternational Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health·DateFeb 21, 2024
Rumbaugh's lab aims to understand the effects of dispersing bacteria from a biofilm on their susceptibility to antibiotics and on the host. They will use enzymes as tools to break up biofilms, allowing researchers to better comprehend the relationship between bacterial dispersal and infection outcomes.
SourceTexas Tech University Health Sciences Center·DateFeb 21, 2024
A recent study by Cleveland Clinic researchers discovered a connection between elevated niacin levels and an increased risk of heart disease. The study found that high levels of 4PY, a breakdown product from excess niacin, were strongly linked to the development of heart attacks and strokes.
SourceCleveland Clinic·JournalNature Medicine·DateFeb 19, 2024
Researchers at NDORMS identified how cells work to resolve frozen shoulder, opening up potential new targets for treatment. The study found that distinct populations of macrophages in the shoulder capsule promote tissue remodelling and reduce inflammation.
SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalNature Communications·TypeMeta-analysis·DateFeb 19, 2024
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Researchers from Osaka University found that gargling with an antiseptic mouthwash can reduce periodontitis-related bacteria in patients with type 2 diabetes. This simple method may improve the lives of people with periodontitis-linked diseases such as diabetes, dementia, and cardiovascular disease.
SourceOsaka University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeObservational study·DateFeb 14, 2024
A recent study published in Allergy found that climate change has negative effects on atopic dermatitis, including increased inflammation from air pollution and stress from droughts. The researchers called for further research to address the impact of multiple climatic factors on eczema incidence and prevalence.
A new study published in Neurology found that young Black and Hispanic women with multiple sclerosis face greater challenges in pregnancy, have more advanced disease, and experience higher inflammation levels, which may signal MS progression. The researchers also noted disparities in healthcare access and treatment.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalNeurology·DateJan 23, 2024
A new study found that nicotine-free vape fluid can increase inflammation and oxidative stress in the lungs, causing damage similar to patients with lung injury. The research identified a protein called ARF6 as a key regulator of this damage.
SourceAnglia Ruskin University·JournalMicrovascular Research·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJan 18, 2024
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