Fermentation
Researchers from Jiangnan University in Jiangsu, People's Republic of China, have made significant breakthroughs in the production of leghemoglobin, a protein essential for cellular oxygen transport and bioavailable iron provision. A new review article published in the World Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology outlines the recent strategies for
Cancer
Research from Nanjing University has shed new light on the potential of nanomachines in cancer gene therapy, leveraging CRISPR-Cas9 technology to precisely edit genes responsible for tumorigenesis and immunity. A near-infrared upconversion theranostic nanomachine has been devised to mediate precise gene therapy, incorporating a logic DNAzyme system and manganese-modified nanoparticles
Animal feeding and feeds
Research published in Aquaculture and Fisheries has identified Spirulina (Arthrospira) as a promising feed additive in sustainable aquaculture practices. As the global demand for fish and shellfish products continues to rise, and fishmeal prices remain high, researchers at UiT The Arctic University of Norway have been investigating suitable alternatives. Their
Elderly
According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, equitable access to nutrition care can significantly improve nutrition and health outcomes for older adults in long-term care and community settings. The consensus statement, reached after a thorough review of the literature and expert input, highlights the importance of addressing malnutrition in
Hebrew University of Jerusalem
A new study published in Physics Letters B, a renowned scientific journal, has shed light on the mysterious world of physics by re-examining the behavior of e'-nuclear quasibound states. The research, conducted by a team of scientists from Hebrew University, challenged the conventional understanding of these states, concluding
Data mining
Researchers at the Nanjing University of Science and Technology have proposed a novel end-to-end framework for automatically generating comprehensive research workflows from full-text academic papers. The framework, which utilizes Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques and machine learning algorithms, has been tested in the Natural Language Processing (NLP) domain and has
Dandruff
Scientists have uncovered significant differences in the scalp microbiome between individuals with mild and severe dandruff, as well as between male and female participants. According to a new study published in the British Journal of Dermatology, the microbiome dysbiosis associated with dandruff is characterized by a reduced abundance of Cutibacterium
Infection
A 58-year-old veterinarian experienced a severe infection in the hand and wrist after being scratched by a cat. Despite undergoing multiple courses of antibiotics, the symptoms worsened, leading to a rupture of the tendons. A broad-range bacterial PCR test identified an unspecified Mycoplasma species, which was successfully treated with oral
Data collection
As of 2023, nearly 14.3% of people in the United States lived in food-insecure households, with over 47 million individuals affected. However, the recent suspension of the Current Population Survey (CPS) Food Security Supplement (FSS) by the USDA leaves a critical gap in national data on economic well-being. To
Coronaviruses
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly influenced the way young people in China interact with the internet and their health behaviors. A recent study conducted by researchers at Jilin University found that internet use has reshaped youth self-reported health, with both positive and negative effects. The study, published in the journal
3D printing
Researchers from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, led by Prof. Gary Chi-Pong Tsui, have published a comprehensive review on the integration of additive manufacturing (AM) in the development of next-generation energy harvesters, known as nanogenerators. This groundbreaking work provides critical insights into how 3D printing is transforming the design, performance,
Cancer genetics
New research has shed light on the shortcomings of traditional chemotherapy and the potential of targeted drug delivery systems (DDS) for enhanced cancer treatment. According to a study published in the Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, cancer remains a major global health concern, necessitating the development of novel
