HIV & AIDS

How antibodies offer protection against an infection with HIV

A team of researchers investigating the transmission of HIV have discovered that HIV antibodies provide sterilizing immunity by inhibiting the infection of the first cell. The research is published in the journal Cell Reports ...

Health

Dehydration: It's more than being thirsty

Water is essential to good health. Every cell, tissue and organ in your body needs water to work properly. Water is essential for maintaining your body temperature; lubricating and cushioning your joints; and getting rid ...

Genetics

Advances in gene therapy for CLN2 batten disease

A new study shows that delivery of gene therapy to correct the gene mutations that cause CLN2 disease, or Batten disease, directly into the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) has potential therapeutic effects. The study, conducted ...

Alzheimer's disease & dementia

Four ways to support someone with dementia during extreme heat

Our ability to adapt our behavior to changes in temperature takes a significant amount of thought and decision making. For example, we need to identify suitable clothing, increase our fluid intake, and understand how to best ...

Gastroenterology

Human stomach micro-physiological system unveiled

A new development in biomedical engineering has led to the creation of a human stomach micro-physiological system (hsMPS), representing a significant leap forward in understanding and treating various gastrointestinal diseases, ...

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