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Jul 2026
DeNovix releases CellGlow, the instant cell Viability Assay
DeNovix Inc. announces the release of CellGlow, a new ready-to-use viability assay for automated cell counting.
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Jul 2026
Study reveals how pushing and pulling forces drive blood vessel formation
How do blood vessels form to reliably supply the body with oxygen and nutrients? A research team at the University of Basel has uncovered a key mechanism by which cells join to build new blood vessels.
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Jul 2026
Blocking autophagy in blood vessels reduces skin inflammation in mice
Researchers at VIB and KU Leuven, together with international collaborators, have discovered that blocking autophagy - the body's natural recycling system for worn-out cell components - in specialized blood vessels can reduce inflammation in mice with psoriasis.
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Jul 2026
Which social media habits are most linked to materialism?
Research shows that social media use, especially problematic and consumption-focused, is linked to materialism, influenced by culture and media literacy.
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Jul 2026
Some caffeinated drinks are linked to poorer memory
A study on caffeine's impact reveals product-specific effects on anxiety, memory, and stress among university students, highlighting mental health implications.
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Jul 2026
Permanent supportive housing improves health outcomes
The study reveals that permanent supportive housing fosters long-term health improvements, addressing chronic illness and mental health in homeless populations.
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Jul 2026
Can Alzheimer's genes predict who becomes a SuperAger?
A study on SuperAgers shows exceptional memory isn't solely due to lower Alzheimer's genetic risk, highlighting the role of biological and lifestyle factors.
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Jul 2026
This edible flower could do more than brighten a plate
A review of 76 publications finds that pot marigold contains more than 500 reported secondary metabolites, along with natural pigments, antioxidants, and substantial dietary fiber. Early food studies report promising results in yogurt, bread, pasta, and edible oils, but limited product trials and no clinical evidence currently prevent human health claims.
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Jul 2026
Review finds blueberry and grape polyphenols may improve vascular health
A review of 37 publications found that grape- and blueberry-derived polyphenols were associated with modest improvements in cardiovascular risk markers, particularly endothelial function. However, most studies were small or short-term, frequently tested concentrated products, and measured biomarkers rather than cardiovascular events.
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Jul 2026
Too little or too much iodine may push immunity off balance
This narrative review finds that adequate iodine supports thyroid hormone signaling, leukocyte metabolism, antioxidant defenses, and antimicrobial activity in humans and domesticated mammals. Both deficiency and sustained excess may impair immunity or promote thyroid inflammation, but precise immune-specific intake thresholds remain uncertain.
