More than 90,000 people are on the waiting list for a kidney in the U.S. Unfortunately, less than a third of those waiting for a kidney transplant can expect to get one this year. This comes as rates of chronic kidney disease, which can lead to kidney failure, continue to climb across the globe. But there is a way to help.
A new scientific study provides many new insights into the biology of the prehistoric gigantic shark, Megalodon or megatooth shark, which lived nearly worldwide 15-3.6 million years ago. Paleobiology professor Kenshu Shimada of DePaul University led the study along with 28 other shark, fossil, and vertebrate anatomy experts around the globe.
A recent study has uncovered the pivotal role of the transcription factor SOX9 in the development of hypospadias, a common congenital condition that affects male children. The research highlights how SOX9 regulates critical molecular pathways involved in urethral development, including the Wnt/尾-catenin signaling pathway and epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT). The study reveals that reduced SOX9 expression leads to impaired EMT and abnormal Wnt signaling in tissues affected by hypospadias. These findings provide new insights into the condition's molecular underpinnings, potentially paving the way for innovative, targeted therapies.
Hackensack Meridian Bayshore Medical Center, a not-for-profit hospital located in Holmdel, NJ, dedicated their 2 North inpatient unit in memory of Janice Mitchell-Vassar, a former Holmdel resident. Vassar, a former board member and long-time supporter of Bayshore Medical Center and Hackensack Meridian Health, passed away in 2019 and left $5.6 million through her estate to support the visually impaired.
A recent review has shed new light on the management of pediatric postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), a chronic condition causing dizziness, fatigue, and fainting, often triggered by standing. The study emphasizes the importance of personalized treatment strategies that focus on underlying mechanisms such as central hypovolemia, vascular dysfunction, and hyperadrenergic states. By tailoring therapies to the unique physiological and biochemical profiles of each patient, researchers are making strides in improving the outcomes for children affected by this challenging condition.
Tufts periodontist explains what prospective patients need to know about how to prepare for, and care for, dental implants
Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) are crucial tools for assessing the health and well-being of children, yet their application in pediatrics faces unique challenges due to developmental differences. A recent study provides a comprehensive overview of systematic reviews (SRs) on pediatric PROMs, analyzing 44 SRs published between 2006 and 2022. The study highlights the most recommended PROMs, such as the Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory, and identifies gaps in methodological quality and reporting. This research underscores the need for more diverse and high-quality studies to improve the selection and application of PROMs in pediatric healthcare.
The Flame Nebula, a star-forming region in the Orion Molecular Cloud Complex, has a long history of observation from telescopes such as NASA鈥檚 Hubble Space Telescope. However, the smallest stars within its dark and dusty heart have largely been hidden from view.
Dr. Kent Kovacs, an associate professor of accounting, economics, and finance at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has received a nearly $750,000 grant from the National Science Foundation鈥檚 Division of Research, Innovation, Synergies, and Education (RISE) to study how farmers鈥� risk preferences impact water use during droughts.
This study explores liquid metal-based flexible three-dimensional integrated circuits (3D ICs), highlighting their exceptional conductivity, stretchability, and biocompatibility. By leveraging 3D printing and advanced fabrication methods, researchers achieve high-resolution, scalable circuits for wearable and biomedical applications.
Chairside Recruitment Initiative Empowers Dental Hygienists to Inspire Future Professionals and Improve Access to Care in Underserved Communities
A team of researchers has unveiled a revolutionary ingestible bioimpedance sensing device capable of continuously and non-invasively monitoring the integrity of gastrointestinal (GI) mucosal barriers. This pioneering technology overcomes a major limitation in current diagnostic tools, which cannot assess the condition of mucosal tight junctions beyond the esophagus.
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The study co-led by Dr. Elizabeth Claus of Yale Cancer Center showed an increased presence of haloalkane-associated mutational signatures in the firefighters鈥� tumors.
The future of AI in health care holds great promise, but challenges remain. Researchers have identified current shortcomings and explored its potential to provide a roadmap for future advancements. Successful integration of AI into health care requires collaboration between AI developers, medical professionals and regulators. Standardized practices, robust validation processes, and interdisciplinary cooperation will ensure safe, ethical and effective AI applications. Cross-institutional data sharing and AI-focused medical training will further enhance AI鈥檚 ability to improve patient outcomes and health care efficiency.
Biologists have discovered a low-cost way to more easily study the detailed makeup of plant cells. The ultimate goal is to help grow better crops, improving food security.
A recent review has shed light on the transformative potential of acoustic technologies in the fields of biofabrication and tissue engineering. These sound-based methods, offering benefits such as non-contact manipulation, deep tissue penetration, and high precision, are revolutionizing how complex tissue constructs are created.
Golden Helix, a global leader in bioinformatics solutions for Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) and precision medicine, is proud to announce a multi-year agreement with all Danish healthcare regions.
The ARVO Foundation congratulates Jacque Duncan, MD, FARVO 鈥� 2025 recipient of the Oberdorfer Award in Low Vision. She will present a lecture on the topic at the 2025 ARVO Annual Meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah, and will receive an honorarium in recognition of this achievement. Duncan is chair and distinguished professor at the Department of Ophthalmology, University of California.
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