Aging is not just about wrinkles and gray hair. It's a complex process that affects every part of our bodies at the molecular level. Scientists have been studying aging for years, but traditional methods only scratch the surface. That's where multiomics comes in. This approach combines data from various fields like genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics to give a ...

Prostate cancer is a major health issue for men globally, causing significant illness and death. While we know age, race, and family history play a role, the science behind these factors is still a mystery. One thing we do know is that cancer can turn off helpful genes by adding methyl groups to their promoters, a process called methylation. This study looked at two ...

Heart disease often starts with a sneaky problem called atherosclerosis. This is when arteries get clogged up and inflamed. It's like a traffic jam in your blood vessels. The body's own processes go haywire, causing bad cholesterol to build up and inflammation to spiral out of control. Scientists are always looking for ways to spot heart disease early. One promising...

Anxiety is a common issue among young people, often starting in the teenage years. The body's own cannabis-like chemicals, called endocannabinoids, might play a big part in this. These chemicals, AEA and 2-AG, could help doctors understand anxiety better and improve treatments. Researchers studied these chemicals in 199 young people aged 9 to 17. They found that hig...

Alcoholic liver disease (ALD) is a serious condition. It causes swelling and damage to the liver. This happens because of too much alcohol. The disease is linked to two main problems: not enough oxygen (hypoxia) and a buildup of lactic acid (lactylation). Researchers wanted to find new signs (biomarkers) of ALD. These signs could help doctors diagnose and treat the ...

Alzheimer's disease is a growing concern, especially as people live longer. One key to fighting it is catching it early. That's where the amyloid beta 42/40 ratio comes in. This ratio, which compares two types of amyloid beta proteins, can signal Alzheimer's before serious symptoms show up. But how do you measure it easily and cheaply? That's where a new tool comes i...

In a recent study, researchers explored the benefits of hydrogen-rich water for older adults who were new to resistance training. The focus was on how this special water affects certain health markers related to exercise. Hydrogen-rich water, or HRW, contains high levels of dihydrogen. This study involved 27 healthy adults over the age of 50. These individuals had no...

Boxing is a sport that involves a lot of head impacts. This happens when the body and brain are already heated up from exercise. After a hit, if the brain is too hot, it can get more damaged. This extra damage can be tracked using certain substances in the blood. These are called biomarkers. The brain has special cells called glia. When these cells get hurt, they re...

The human body is a complex system. It is constantly rebuilding and breaking down tissues, including bones. This process is vital for maintaining overall health. But what happens when this process goes wrong? This is what scientists are trying to figure out. There are specific markers in the blood that can indicate bone breakdown. Two of these markers are β C-te...

Breast cancer is the most frequent type of cancer among women. It has been a growing concern for many years. Early detection is key to improving survival rates and reducing deaths. This is where metabolomics comes into play. It is a field of study that looks at the chemicals produced by the body's metabolic processes. These chemicals can provide valuable insights int...