What Makes Malaria-Infected Cells Stick, and more!
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What Makes Malaria-Infected Cells Stick?
Malaria, caused by Plasmodium parasite species affected more than 250 million people and caused over half a million deaths in 2023 alone. Although young children in the African region are most susceptible to the disease, malaria during pregnancy can result in low birth weight, miscarriage, and stillbirth. These complications occur due to the ability of Plasmodium-infected red blood cells to adhere to...?Continue reading.
Plant Genomics is Blooming, and It Could Change How We Grow Food
To tackle food insecurity and climate change, scientists are tapping into ancient adaptations, engineering super crops, and designing plants from scratch. Read more.
NIH Budget Cuts Are a “Short-Sighted” Setback for US Science
On the evening of February 7, 2025, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced a new policy that would reduce the agency’s funding for major research institutions nationwide. The move is estimated to slash four billion USD in funding coming from the NIH, sparking widespread concern and leaving many scientists uncertain about the future of their research... Continue reading.
An?AI-Based Model Could Predict Cancer Immunotherapy Outcomes
A machine learning tool used routine blood test reports to predict the efficacy of immune checkpoint inhibitor therapy in people with cancer. Read more.
Timing Nutrition to Boost Antitumor Immunity
Intermittent fasting in mice enhances natural killer cells’ cancer-fighting abilities. Read more.
Synthetic T Cells Provide Precision Immunosuppression
Scientists engineered T cells to protect instead of kill, potentially enabling targeted treatments for autoimmune disease and transplant rejection. Read more.
From Flies to Families: How a Gene Variant May Shield Against Seizures
A gene variant identified in a family and studied in a fruit fly model may offer protection against a rare X-linked seizure disorder in humans. Read more.
A State of Flux Leaves Teen Brains Sensitive to Experiences
As children transition to adulthood, they gradually gain independence, often taking risks as they explore the world. But many early experiences, such as alcohol and drug use, can shape their future. Research shows that the earlier a person begins using alcohol and drugs, the more likely they are to develop a substance abuse problem later on... Continue reading.
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