Engineers create designer biobots using human lung cells
A brand-new engineering approach to generate “designer” biological robots using human lung cells is underway in Carnegie Mellon…
Calcium-induced release identified as key driver of dangerous muscle disorders
Researchers engineered mice with a mutation (E3896A) in the RyR1 calcium-binding site, eliminating calcium-induced calcium release (CICR) without…
Scientists show for the first time how fibroblasts go ‘rogue’ in different diseases
Scientists have mapped underappreciated scaffolding cells in skin, known as fibroblasts. They show for the first time how…
Scientists unveil new obesity drug that reprograms fat and energy use
Details of a new drug that aims to treat the underlying causes of obesity are being presented at…
Build Muscle Fast: 4 Tips From Bodybuilder Scientist
Don’t let a busy schedule stop you from building muscle — just four weekly sets of exercise per…
Early B cell response prevents Oropouche virus from reaching the brain
Research conducted on mice has identified that the rapid response of a specific type of defense cell is…
Novel RNA target offers hope for improving outcomes in patients with chronic limb ischemia
Mark W. Feinberg, MD, cardiologist with the Mass General Brigham Heart and Vascular Institute and professor of medicine…
Research warns of lasting health impacts from muscle loss in young cancer patients
New research from the Exercise Medicine Research Institute at Edith Cowan University (ECU) has highlighted that children undergoing…
Healthy diet found to reduce chronic pain beyond weight loss
We all know the benefits of a healthy diet. But new research from the University of South Australia…
Resistance training may strengthen your gut microbiome
Strength training may benefit the gut microbiome Juliana Yamada/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images The most visible benefits…
Wireless ultrasound shows promise for faster injury assessment in athletes
Many student-athletes are preparing or returning to the field or court for their upcoming season. With the start…
Study reveals how type 2 diabetes directly alters the heart’s structure and energy systems
A new study from the University of Sydney has revealed how type 2 diabetes directly alters the heart’s…