Nuclear medicine has been revolutionized by many people and institutions. The Japanese Society of Nuclear Medicine (JSNM) is one of them. This year, JSNM marks its 60th year of existence. It is dedicated to exploring new ways to diagnose and treat diseases through nuclear techniques. This organiza
Imagine tiny factories inside our body cells, constantly making proteins and repair kits to stay healthy. We all know that these factories in our cells produce and break down proteins. There are different ways to clean out old or damaged proteins. One of those cle
Workplace mental health is a big deal. Everyone knows that work can be stressful. It can take a toll on our minds. But what if there was a way to make workplaces better for our minds? It's not just about having a good job. It's about feeling good and healthy while doing it. Lots of people think abo
Ever wondered what makes people in Mexico feel happy? Now think about what else makes you happy in your life. Mexico is a colorful country with a rich culture. The story of happiness we will cover is unique to this country. First off, happiness is something that is important for all of us. Th
Imagine if the tiny, and usually nasty, viruses could be used to target and eliminate cancer cells. Scientists have been exploring this idea for a while. They are using oncolytic viruses. One type of virus, the recombinant Adeno-associated virus, has been programmed to carry a gene called TRAIL. T
Neutrophils, which are essential when the body is fighting an infection, are also very important for understanding big health issues like diabetes and heart disease. Most of today's treatments focus on handling metabolism issues. However, the underrated role of inflammation in these diseases often g
The need to find new treatment options for patients with advanced colon cancer has always been a challenge for doctors. The medical community has been using a combination of FOLFOXIRI and bevacizumab as a first line treatment. This is a potent cocktail of chemotherapy drugs that fight cancer cells i
Albert Sidney Frankau Leyton, he was born with a different name, Grünbaum. He lived from 1869 to 1921. He was a man of mystery. He kept his name a secret. Born in 1869. He lived a long time ago. Some people did not know that about him. His name changed. It was a big deal. People did not know.
Psyllids, or plant lice, are tiny bugs with a big problem. They have a habit of sucking out the sap of plants. The damage they cause isn’t just physical. The bugs are also known to spread nasty bacteria. These bacteria are tricky to deal with. They have reduced genomes and can’t be grown in lab
The brain's knack for quickly learning and distinguishing rapid sequences of events is a game-changer in many activities, like sports or music. Imagine trying to hit a fastball or strum a guitar without this skill. However, how the brain pulls this off is still a big question mark for scientists.
