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Scientists confirm existence of molecule long believed to occur in oxidation

Researchers have confirmed the existence of a long-theorized molecule in oxidation, which has implications for atmospheric chemistry, biochemistry, and medicine. The discovery was made using a unique mass-spectrometric technique and has significant implications for understanding reaction steps and products in oxidation processes.

SourceKTH, Royal Institute of Technology·JournalScience Advances·DateMar 13, 2026

Novel nanozyme prevents excess clotting

A novel nanozyme has been developed to prevent excess clotting in conditions like pulmonary thromboembolism and COVID-19. The nanozyme works by controlling reactive oxygen species levels, thereby preventing platelet over-activation and excess clot formation.

SourceIndian Institute of Science (IISc)·JournalAngewandte Chemie·DateJun 3, 2025
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Gasdermin D emerges as a potential therapeutic target for atrial fibrillation

Researchers found that gasdermin D promotes atrial arrhythmogenesis by facilitating the formation of pores in cell membranes and releasing cytokines. A mitochondrial-targeted therapy approach may prevent AF triggering, positioning gasdermin D as a promising therapeutic target.

SourceBaylor College of Medicine·JournalEuropean Heart Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 27, 2025

Preventing Parkinson’s disease may lie in seaweed antioxidants

Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University found that Ecklonia cava polyphenols can protect against neurodegeneration and improve motor function in Parkinson's disease model mice. The antioxidants activate the AMPK enzyme and inhibit reactive oxygen species production, reducing neuronal cell death.

SourceOsaka Metropolitan University·JournalNutrients·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 5, 2024
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NYU Abu Dhabi researchers discover tumor suppressor protein Par-4 triggers unique cell death pathway in cancerous cells

Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have discovered that the tumor suppressor protein Par-4 can cause a unique type of cell death called ferroptosis in human glioblastoma cells, while sparing healthy cells. This new understanding has the potential to inform the development of novel treatments for various hard-to-treat cancers and neurodegener...

SourceNew York University·JournalCommunications Biology·DateJul 23, 2024

Widespread practice among athletes harms both performance and health

A new study found that low energy availability among female athletes impairs performance by up to 18% in short-term tests and increases systemic stress, compromising immune function. Athletes who restrict their food intake experience muscle loss and decreased physical performance.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalRedox Biology·DateJul 15, 2024

Single-atom catalysts revolutionize water purification in advanced oxidation process

Researchers found that single-atom iron catalysts can selectively produce specific reactive species, leading to more effective water purification. The study identified the relationships between the geometric and electronic structures of single atom Fe centers and ROS selectivity.

SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalChinese Journal of Catalysis·DateMay 28, 2024
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New study unveils how plants control the production of reactive oxygen species

A recent study by Tokyo University of Science researchers has uncovered the mechanisms by which plants regulate the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS). The findings, published in Physiologia Plantarum, reveal that ROS-generating enzymes are activated through two conserved mechanisms involving calcium ions and phosphorylation, ...

SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalPhysiologia Plantarum·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 24, 2024

A new design improves water decontamination via plasma jet

Researchers at the University of Córdoba designed a new plasma reactor that generates reactive species capable of degrading organic compounds and killing microorganisms in water. The new configuration expands the applicability of this type of plasmas, enabling efficient removal of high concentrations of dyes from water in minutes.

SourceUniversity of Córdoba·JournalChemosphere·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 24, 2024

Boosting immunotherapy in non-responsive cancer cells

A new study from Indian Institute of Science finds that certain types of cancer cells respond well to IFN-γ activation, while others don't. The researchers suggest approaches to make non-responsive cancer cells better respond to immunotherapy by targeting their metabolism.

SourceIndian Institute of Science (IISc)·JournalFrontiers in Immunology·DateDec 11, 2023
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SMART researchers uncover novel bacterial communication system to combat antimicrobial resistance

A novel stress signalling system has been discovered by SMART researchers, enabling bacteria cells to adapt and survive against the immune system and certain antibiotics. The breakthrough discovery of RlmN as a stress sensor may lead to the development of new therapies to combat antimicrobial resistance.

SourceSingapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART)·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 19, 2023

Delivery of antioxidants to liver mitochondria

A research team at Hokkaido University has developed a system to deliver antioxidants to mitochondria in the liver, reducing oxidative stress and damaging caused by ROS. The system, called CoQ10-MITO-Porter, was found to be more effective when downsized particles were used.

SourceHokkaido University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 10, 2023

Iron is an important regulator of neurodifferentiation

This study found that iron deficiency impairs neural differentiation, leading to reduced Pax6- and Sox2-positive neuronal precursor cells and Tuj1 fibers. Iron supplementation restores normal differentiation, suggesting ferrodifferentiation as a new therapeutic approach for neurological diseases.

SourceScience China Press·JournalScience China Life Sciences·DateApr 24, 2023
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Scientists make a breakthrough in the cellular recognition of microplastics

Researchers at Ritsumeikan University have made a breakthrough in understanding how macrophages recognize microplastics, discovering an interaction between aromatic rings that drives this process. The study suggests that while microplastics may not induce acute inflammation, chronic exposure could lead to autoimmune diseases.

SourceRitsumeikan University·JournalScience of The Total Environment·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 29, 2023

Scientists discover a novel origin of abiotic oxidants on early earth: minerals

Researchers have overturned the traditional view that oxygen derives from water splitting, instead finding that reactive oxygen species (ROS) produced at mineral-water interfaces are a key source of oxygen. This discovery has significant implications for understanding the evolution of Earth's atmosphere and the habitability of early life.

SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 23, 2023

Addition of antioxidants to cell cultures can enhance the production of monoclonal antibodies, promising therapeutics for a range of health conditions

The addition of antioxidants to cell cultures can improve the production of monoclonal antibodies by reducing oxidative stress and increasing cell viability. This has potential benefits for therapies targeting cancer and autoimmune diseases.

SourceSociety of Chemical Industry·JournalJournal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 15, 2023

Ben-Gurion University researcher and international colleagues hot on the trail of a key component of aging

Researchers found that SIRT6 maintains mitochondrial function through transcription regulation of mitochondrial genes. Without SIRT6, mitochondrial gene expression is down-regulated, leading to increased ROS production and impaired ATP generation, similar to changes observed in aging and neurodegenerative diseases.

SourceBen-Gurion University of the Negev·JournalCell Death and Disease·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 23, 2023
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Well-functioning fat may be the key to fewer old-age ailments

A new University of Copenhagen study reveals that well-functioning fat tissue is crucial for overall health and may help prevent diseases such as type 2 diabetes, cancer, and obesity. High levels of lifelong exercise have been shown to improve mitochondrial function in fat cells, reducing oxidative stress and damage.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalJournal of Gerontology·DateFeb 17, 2022

Underwater 'breathing' plants could be key to stress-resistant crops

Scientists from Nagoya University investigate the formation of air channels in wetland plants, which help them survive floods and droughts. The study reveals that a phytohormone called auxin is required for normal root growth, and two factors lead to the induction of aerenchyma formation in response to flooding.

SourceNagoya University·JournalTrends in Plant Science·TypeSystematic review·DateFeb 4, 2022

Powerhouse of the cell has self-preservation mechanism

Researchers found that spontaneous transient depolarization decreases reactive oxygen species production by inhibiting sustained matrix pH elevation. The study proposes a model where increased matrix pH facilitates moving more protons from outside the matrix into the matrix, controlling oxidative stress in cells.

SourceTokyo University of Agriculture and Technology·JournalFrontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology·DateJul 9, 2021
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Tropical ginger treatment for blocking inflammation

A study published in International Immunology found that a tropical ginger-derived compound, ACA, attenuates mitochondrial damage and reduces inflammation by blocking the activation of the NLRP3 inflammasome. This suggests ACA may be a promising therapeutic strategy for diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis.

SourceNara Institute of Science and Technology·JournalInternational Immunology·DateMay 6, 2021

Sesaminol: Parkinson's disease's surprise medicine

Researchers at Osaka City University discover sesaminol protects against neuronal damage and increases dopamine levels in Parkinson's disease models. The study suggests sesaminol may be the first-ever medicine for Parkinson's disease, potentially derived from industrial waste.

SourceOsaka City University·DateMar 3, 2021

Sulfur: the consequences

A team of scientists found that sulfur metabolism plays a crucial role in the transition from single-celled to multicellular organisms. By manipulating sulfur levels, they were able to induce or prevent the formation of multicellular aggregates in the slime mold Dictyostelium discoideum. This discovery has significant implications for ...

SourceMax Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics·JournalNature·DateFeb 24, 2021

Photosynthetic bacteria-based cancer optotheranostics

Scientists at JAIST have created a photosynthetic bacteria-based cancer optotheranostics, using NIR light-driven PPSB as an effective theranostic material for deep tumor treatments. The approach offers high tumor specificity, non-pathogenicity, and multifunctional capabilities without genetic manipulations or chemical functionalizations.

SourceJapan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology·JournalNano Today·DateFeb 16, 2021
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Scientists at the CNIC and IIS Princesa decipher a key mechanism in hypoxia

Researchers at CNIC and IIS Princesa discover that sodium ions regulate mitochondrial function, increasing reactive oxygen species production in early stages of hypoxia. This finding could lead to new treatments for diseases related to hypoxia, such as stroke and heart attack.

SourceCentro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares Carlos III (F.S.P.)·JournalNature·DateJul 29, 2020

Mitochondria targeting anti-tumor compound

A novel compound, FA-M-β-CyD, induces mitophagy-mediated antitumor activity by targeting FR-α-expressing tumor cells. It increases mitochondrial transmembrane potential and ROS production, leading to cancer cell death. The compound shows promise as an anticancer drug with minimal side effects.

SourceKumamoto University·JournalInternational Journal of Nanomedicine·DateJun 26, 2017
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How plants prevent oxidative stress

Researchers discovered the P700 oxidation system in plants to suppress reactive oxygen species production, allowing safe photosynthesis. The system starts functioning when excess light energy is present, serving as a warning marker for oxidative stress.

SourceKobe University·JournalThe Plant Journal·DateJun 8, 2017

Scientists notch a win in war against antibiotic-resistant bacteria

Researchers at Harvard's Wyss Institute used sophisticated computer modeling and biotechnology to target ROS production in E. coli, rendering the bacteria more susceptible to existing antibiotics. The study provides a promising approach to boost the global antibiotic arsenal against deadly superbugs like tuberculosis.

SourceWyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateFeb 4, 2013
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

The secrets of a tadpole's tail and the implications for human healing

Scientists at the University of Manchester have discovered that reactive oxygen species (ROS) play a crucial role in tadpole tail regeneration, which could lead to new therapies for human tissue repair. The team found that manipulating ROS levels may be essential to initiate and sustain regeneration processes.

SourceUniversity of Manchester·JournalNature Cell Biology·DateJan 13, 2013

New anti-inflammatory drugs pinch off reactive oxygen species at the source

Researchers at Emory University School of Medicine have identified a new class of anti-inflammatory compounds that inhibit the Nox2 enzyme, which produces reactive oxygen species. This approach may be more effective than traditional antioxidants in treating conditions like stroke, heart failure, and neurodegenerative diseases.

SourceEmory Health Sciences·JournalChemistry & Biology·DateJun 21, 2012

New class of compounds stops disease-fueling inflammation in lab tests

Scientists developed a unique compound that blocks inflammation-causing molecules in blood cells, fueling diseases like cancer and cardiovascular disease. The compound, Phox-I, precisely targets an enzyme network, reducing ROS production without causing toxicity.

SourceCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center·JournalChemistry & Biology·DateFeb 23, 2012
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

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Sunscreens can damage skin, researchers find

Researchers from UCR report that unless people reapply sunscreen often, filters in sunscreens can generate compounds that attack skin cells, leading to oxidative damage. To reduce ROS levels, more advanced sunscreens with UV-filters on the skin surface are needed or mixing with antioxidants.

SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalFree Radical Biology and Medicine·DateAug 28, 2006