When Michel Sadelain began his decades-long quest to genetically modify immune cells to fight cancer, his peers dismissed his ideas as absurd and even his mother grew concerned for his career.
Sep 14, 2023
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Of all the joints in the body, the knees get the most wear and tear. Decades of walking, running, sitting, jumping and other activities can take a toll on the cartilage—the smooth tissue between the bones—leading to osteoarthritis. ...
Aug 22, 2023
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Scientists have found a potential new drug target for untreatable fatty liver disease in humans, according to a study published today in eLife.
Aug 15, 2023
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If your child is in sports camp this summer, you'll want them to have fun and stay safe.
Jul 19, 2023
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In an effort to improve treatment outcomes and quality of life for older adults with cancer, researchers from City of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, and colleagues ...
Jul 17, 2023
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Warm and supportive parenting may buffer against the effects of stress during childhood and adolescence. That is the key takeaway of our recent study, published in the journal PNAS Nexus.
Jul 15, 2023
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After treatment for breast cancer, most women suffer side effects such as fatigue, not feeling physically fit and cognitive issues. This can often last for years after treatment. Neuroscientist Emmie Koevoets investigated ...
Jun 20, 2023
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A common weight-loss surgery for obese adolescents and young adults is found to have harmful effects on bones, according to a study published in Radiology.
Jun 13, 2023
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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a fatal motor neuron disease that causes people to gradually lose control of their muscles. There is no cure, and current treatments focus on reducing ...
Jun 1, 2023
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Heavy drinkers could be putting themselves at risk of muscle loss and frailty in later life, according to new research from the University of East Anglia.
May 24, 2023
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