MEDICAL RESEARCH

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Dec 20 2024CRIME

Sad Truth: Families Find Out About Loved Ones' Fates From News

Imagine finding out that your family member's body was used for medical research without your knowledge. That's what happened to dozens of families who were shocked to learn from NBC News that their loved ones' bodies were studied and dissected after they passed away. These families thought their re

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Dec 16 2024HEALTH

Fake Data in Medical Research: What's the Big Deal?

Ever wondered why medical studies sometimes say one thing today and another tomorrow? It might have something to do with fraudulent data. Experts are seeing more and more fake studies popping up, which can really harm patients and shake up trust in doctors. Low-quality studies can mess with clinica

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Dec 14 2024HEALTH

Revamping Cancer Detection: How Holograms and AI Team Up

Medical imaging plays a big role in catching diseases early. Traditional methods like MRI, CT scans, ultrasounds, and PET scans show us the insides of our bodies in 3D, but they often miss little details that could be crucial. This is where holography microscopic imaging comes in handy. It doesn't j

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Dec 13 2024SCIENCE

Beware the Sting: What's Done in the Name of Exposing Fake Research

You might think using sting operations to unveil fake research is a good idea, right? Wrong! It's like fighting fire with fire, and it can cause more harm than good. Biomedical research depends heavily on trust, both from fellow scientists and the public. When researchers cook up false claims, they

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Dec 03 2024HEALTH

AI Helpers in Medical Research: A New Team Member

Ever wondered how medical research gets checked before it's published in big journals? Guess what? Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now lending a hand. You might ask, "How can AI understand complex medical papers? " Well, AI isn't replacing human experts, but it's helping them out. Think of AI as a s

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Nov 29 2024HEALTH

Liquid Lifesavers: When Too Much Fluid Hurts

When someone gets badly hurt and loses blood, doctors often use a type of liquid called crystalloids to help increase their blood volume. This has been the standard treatment for a long time, but how much is safe? Researchers decided to explore this by studying a national trauma registry over the pa

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

HIV-Positive Organ Transplants Now Allowed

People living with HIV who need a new kidney or liver have a new chance. The U. S. health officials just said that soon, they can get organs from donors who also have HIV. Before, this was only allowed in special research studies. Now, the change aims to help everyone waiting for an organ, both with

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Solving the Puzzle: Checking Up on Mix-and-Match Blood Pressure Meds

High blood pressure is a big deal. It can lead to serious health issues. But taking those pills to lower it isn't always easy, especially when you mix and match them. This study is all about coming up with a new way to see how well people are following their free-dose antihypertensive meds. They use

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Nov 24 2024SCIENCE

Microorgans: A Fresh Look at Biomedical Research

Over the past decade and a half, biomedical research has seen a fascinating evolution, moving from cultivating stem cells to constructing intricate, miniature organ models known as organoids. These tiny, 3D structures mimic the functions of full-sized organs, marking a shift from understanding cell

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Nov 19 2024SCIENCE

Unlocking Human Nutrition Secrets with the Rhesus Macaque

Nutrition research is no walk in the park. Scientists often turn to animals that resemble us closely, like the rhesus macaque. These clever monkeys can help us understand human health issues better, but we rarely consider their environment and history. Let's dive into the world of the rhesus macaque

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