Marek's Disease, a significant health issue for chickens, can cause neurological damage and tumors. It heavily impacts the poultry industry's economy and animal welfare. In the past, scientists used individual genotyping to map regions linked to MD on chicken autosomes. This time, they used a differ
Did you know that climate change can mess with your brain? No, we're not talking about heatwaves making you cranky. It's much more serious than that. The "Hot Brain 2: Climate Change and Brain Health" meeting in 2024 really opened eyes to this issue. Think about it. When the weather gets extreme, i
Raymond James has given Vivid Seats (SEAT) an "Outperform" rating with a $5 price target. This comes after Bloomberg reported that the company might be up for sale. Vivid Seats has received interest from private equity firms, not strategic buyers. This situation is similar to Integral Ad Science's (
Imagine this: a web application that can predict if you're at risk for heart disease or high blood pressure, just by analyzing some data about you. That's exactly what a recent study introduced. Researchers created this tool using machine learning, a type of artificial intelligence, to help mine wor
Complex perianal fistulas in Crohn's disease are tough to treat effectively with current therapies. Darvadstrocel, a stem cell therapy, has shown promise in clinical trials for these fistulas. However, there isn't much long-term data comparing it to standard care. This study combined clinical trial
As 2024 draws to a close, let's take a look at some fascinating science stories that almost slipped under the radar. From recreating Bronze Age spear fights to using network theory on Bach's music, these topics cover a wide range of interests. The Bronze Age in Europe was a time of institutiona
Tularemia, a rare disease caused by the bacterium Francisella tularensis, has been reported in every U. S. state except Hawaii. It shows up with fever and different symptoms, depending on how you get infected. Usually, less than 2% of cases are fatal, but this can go up based on symptoms and the str
This winter, a nasty stomach bug is making a comeback in the US. Norovirus, the leading cause of foodborne illnesses, is seeing a surge in cases. In the first week of December, there were 91 outbreaks reported, a jump from 69 the previous week. Outbreaks are common in places where people are close t
Researchers are exploring new ways to track time and describe symptoms in people with asthma and other lung diseases. They're using a mix of methods to find the best approach. One tool they're testing is the EQ-5D-5L, a health survey that asks about daily life activities, pain or discomfort, anxiety
Ever wondered how beta thalassemia affects bones? In India, this is a puzzle that doctors are trying to solve. They don’t have many guidelines, so researchers took it upon themselves to dig deeper. They examined the blood of people with this condition, looking for signs of bone growth and deteriorat
