Alzheimer's disease is a major challenge for modern medicine, as we still lack drugs that can truly stop or slow its progression. The number of people affected by Alzheimer's is expected to rise dramatically in the coming years. One big reason why finding new treatments is so hard is that many diffe
Infantile epileptic spasms syndrome (IESS) can lead to serious brain development issues. But how does this affect kids' chances of going to elementary school? This study looked into that, focusing on kids who got adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) therapy. ACTH therapy is a common treatment for IES
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a type of blood cancer that affects the bone marrow. One of the main culprits behind AML is a gene called FLT3. When this gene gets messed up, it can make the cancer grow faster. Scientists have been trying to find ways to stop FLT3 from helping the cancer. In search
In 1953, a well-known neurologist named Robert Wartenberg faced an unusual paradox. He was a prominent figure in neurology who fled Nazi Germany, yet he found himself advocating for a German neuroscientist with a dark past. Julius Hallervorden, a former Nazi collaborator, was invited to speak at an
When your heart gets infected by a nasty bug called Staphylococcus aureus, things can get really serious, really fast. About one in five people with this infection, called infective endocarditis, don't make it. This has been the sad truth for a long time, with no big improvements recently. Doctors
Ever wondered why some wounds take forever to heal? It could be more than just the wound itself. With our population aging and lifestyles changing, chronic wounds are becoming a bigger deal. These aren't your typical little cuts or scrapes—they hang around for months or years and really take a toll
Obesity has become a serious issue in many European countries. It's not just a health concern anymore; it's now considered a full-blown disease. But how did we get here? Let's take a step back and understand the journey. In the past, obesity was mainly seen as a risk factor for other diseases. It w
In a recent report, financial experts at FBS have taken a fresh look at the crypto market, examining key trends from 2024 and making bold predictions for 2025. The year 2024 was marked by significant growth, driven by important events like Bitcoin's halving and increased institutional interest in Et
Ever wondered how cancer cells stick around and grow? It's all about adhesion—how cells cling to each other and their surroundings. Certain proteins help cells stick together, keeping tissues healthy and balanced. But in cancers like chronic lymphocytic leukemia and mantle cell lymphoma, these prote
The ability for machines to understand human actions is super important. It's used in many places, like surveillance systems, human-robot teamwork, sports analysis, and entertainment. But, detecting humans and figuring out what they're doing isn't easy. Humans move and look so differently that it's
