The loss of muscle, known as sarcopenia, is a serious issue for many people with cancer. It can make it harder for the body to fight the disease and respond to treatment. A recent study looked at how sarcopenia affects people with advanced biliary tract cancer who are undergoing chemotherapy. The s
The Canari site in Corsica has been a hotspot for asbestos mining for over two decades. This has led to some serious issues for the marine environment. Researchers have been keeping an eye on sediment, water, and marine life in the area to see how bad the damage is. The findings are not pretty. Nea
Heart surgery in newborns and infants can really shake things up inside their bodies. This is especially true for the tiny ecosystem living in their guts, known as the microbiome. This microbiome is a big deal. It helps turn a substance called tryptophan into various compounds, known as indole metab
The offspring of mothers with gestational diabetes often face long-term health challenges. These include problems with their skeletal muscles. Traditional treatments mostly focus on controlling blood sugar levels. However, they do not address the underlying changes in muscle metabolism and structure
Multiple health problems are becoming a big issue for public health. These problems are not just about feeling unwell. They can also lead to serious thoughts and actions. Suicidal thoughts are often linked to having multiple health conditions. However, the connection between these health issues and
Heavy metals in urban waterways are a big problem. These pollutants, mainly zinc, cadmium, and nickel, come from human activities. They stick around and cause harm to both nature and people. Scientists have been looking into a unique solution: bacteria that can eat away at these metals. Enter ureas
Magnetars are the universe's strongest magnets. They are born from the explosive deaths of massive stars. These neutron stars are incredibly dense, packing more mass than our sun into a sphere just a dozen miles wide. Their magnetic fields are a thousand times stronger than typical neutron stars and
Core training has become a staple in the world of sports. It is often seen as a magic bullet for improving athletic performance. However, the actual benefits of core training across various sports and performance areas are not as clear-cut. This is because most studies have focused on single sports
Ganoderma lucidum, a type of mushroom, is known for its beneficial sugars. These sugars are important in food and medicine. Nitrogen is key to making these sugars. However, the exact way nitrogen affects sugar production in mushrooms is not fully understood. To explore this, researchers looked at h
The human gut is home to a vast and diverse community of viruses. These gut viruses have been the focus of many studies. Many of these studies have used different methods and standards. This has made it hard to compare the results. So, a group of researchers decided to look at nine existing cata
