Cervical cancer is a major health issue for women worldwide. It's often linked to lifestyle, healthcare access, and the human papillomavirus (HPV). But here's something interesting: lavender, that sweet-smelling herb, might have some serious health benefits. Beyond its calming scent, lavender has been shown to have antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant pr...
Drug testing is getting a upgrade. Scientists are using tiny balls of cells, called spheroids, to test new medicines. These spheroids are better than flat cell cultures because they act more like real tissues in the body. But, there are some problems that can mess up the results. First, how these spheroids are made can make a big difference. There are different ways...
Sertoli cells, crucial for male reproductive health, face a tough challenge when glucose levels fluctuate. These cells were tested under two scenarios: high glucose, mimicking hyperglycemia, and low glucose, simulating starvation. Glucose levels were measured in micromolar units. Researchers looked at various factors, including antioxidant capacity, cell survival,...