Antigens
A new study from Kumamoto University School of Medicine in Japan has shed light on the rare occurrence of peripheral T-cell lymphoma following CD19-targeted chimeric antigen receptor T cell therapy. Researchers investigated a case of a 66-year-old male patient who developed peripheral T-cell lymphoma eight months after receiving CD19-directed CAR
Delirium
Current study results on the use of virtual reality for relaxation and distraction in intensive care unit (ICU) patients have been published. The study, conducted by researchers at Aarhus University Hospital, aimed to identify and adapt a virtual reality intervention to meet the specific needs of patients admitted to an
Medical research
Researchers at the Isfahan University of Medical Sciences in Iran have investigated the effects of mixodin, a novel bioactive formulation derived from natural compounds, on migraine symptoms. The study, published in the journal Trials, aimed to examine the combined therapeutic efficacy of curcumin, piperine, and gingerol in alleviating migraine-related symptoms.
Combination drug therapy
A study published in the journal Medicina-buenos Aires has presented real-world data on the efficacy of bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide (B/F/TAF) in treating HIV/AIDS patients in Argentina. The research, conducted by a team of Argentine scientists, aimed to describe the safety, persistence, and virologic suppression (VS) rates
Diabetes therapy
Researchers from Fujita Health University have made a significant discovery in the field of nutritional and metabolic diseases. According to a news report, the team found that fructose ingestion increases circulating glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and insulin, which helps to counteract fructose-induced hyperglycemia. The study, published in The Journal of Physiology,
Elderly
Researchers have published a new report comparing the effectiveness of various virtual reality (VR) technologies for improving cognitive function in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). A systematic review and network meta-analysis of 12 randomized controlled trials involving 529 participants found that semi-immersive VR was the most effective in
Medical research
Researchers from the Neuropsychiatric Hospital have made significant strides in understanding the complexities of schizophrenia, a psychiatric disorder characterized by disruptions in cognition, perception, and behavior. The study, published in the Journal of Exploration of Neuroscience, highlights the genetic, neurochemical, and neurodevelopmental factors that contribute to the disorder. The researchers
Business schools
Canadian business schools are among the leaders in the world of business education, with many institutions being highly ranked in various global MBA rankings. However, a closer look at the data reveals a paradox - while business deans publicly dismiss the rankings as flawed, they simultaneously invest significant resources in
Diabetes therapy
Research conducted at the Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital in Taipei, Taiwan, has demonstrated the efficacy of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) in improving glycemic control and reducing adverse outcomes in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) aged 80 and older. The study, published in the Journal
Asthma
A new research report highlights the disproportionate impact of asthma on U.S. urban children, particularly those of Black and Latino backgrounds, and identifies the need for targeted interventions to address asthma disparities in Rhode Island. Led by researchers from Brown University Warren Alpert Medical School, the study utilized a
Migraine
Research conducted at Beni-Suef University in Egypt has uncovered a link between altered eating behaviors and the onset of migraine in adults. The study found that individuals with migraine exhibited different eating behaviors compared to healthy controls, indicating a potential association between the two. The findings suggest that health professionals
Ecosystems
As the global climate change crisis intensifies, China has recognized the crucial role that ocean carbon sinks can play in mitigating the effects of climate change. According to a recent study published in Frontiers in Marine Science, China has a wealth of blue carbon ecosystems that can help address climate
