For over a century, obesity research has evolved from a simple story of personal weakness in resisting pleasurable foods to a complex, multifaceted disease. Yet this shift has not reached many of our families, friends, or policymakers, who still believe it remains a simple act within individual control. This summary outlines the research that transformed our understanding and changed my own perspective.
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a critical global health threat, but 2024 saw vital progress in fighting superbugs. This article explores the most recent breakthroughs in this field, including new antibiotics, advances in alternative solutions such as vaccines and phage therapy, and research aimed at preserving our ability to treat infections.
One pill a day keeps the old age at bay? NAD-boosting treatments are at the forefront of the anti-ageing industry. Many swear by this powerful compound, albeit having little knowledge of its potential pitfalls. So dive in and discover for yourself what NAD really is and how concerned we should be about its growing popularity.
From the mischaracterisation of women as low-risk patients to the potential risks posed by hormonal factors, Dr. Ardissino’s research is a clarion call for a more bespoke and informed approach to cardiovascular health.
Wherever you are, without turning around or changing your field of vision, count how many plastic objects you see. In my small 50 m2 apartment, I count 46. This little exercise gives you a glimpse of how plastics have contributed to advancing modern technology and society, thanks to their affordability, durability, and versatility.
Take a closer look at the risk factors, onset and progression of migraines, a condition twice as common in women than in men. We will also discuss the unique and terrifying experiences of migraine aura, a neurological phenomenon that also affects contraception use.
Sex and gender, two terms that might seem straightforward but are actually very complicated in themselves. This article explores the complexity and intersection of sex and gender in individuals with differences of sex development.
Legal and pharmaceutical developments have hugely enhanced women’s reproductive freedom, but concerns persist about the health risks and limitations of typical oestrogen-based contraceptives. From blood clotting to persistent STD transmission, read on to discover what aspects of birth control still need improvement.
What is nominal data mining?
What are the challenges in the design of combinatorial therapies in cancer?
Do you know that nominal data mining can be used to plan combinatorial therapies for Acute Myeloid Leukaemia?
What are cancer organoids and how are they transforming the way we look at cancer? Learn more about the convergence of biomaterial science and cancer biology that’s revolutionizing our fight against cancer.