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May 2026
Deep learning model predicts vascular cognitive impairment from brain scans
The team built a DenseNet – a densely connected convolutional neural network – that learns hierarchical features directly from raw DTI volumes.
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May 2026
One-time gene editing cuts LDL cholesterol in early hypercholesterolemia trial
A phase 1 NEJM interim analysis found that a single infusion of the investigational base-editing therapy VERVE-102 produced dose-dependent reductions in circulating PCSK9 protein and LDL cholesterol in adults with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia or premature coronary artery disease.
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May 2026
Cells detect and silence invading transposons through abnormal RNA signals
Transposons, DNA sequences that can self-replicate and move (jump) throughout the genome, are widespread and can affect cell survival if left unchecked. Cells control these "jumping genes" by silencing them, but little was known about how cells recognize and defend themselves from invading transposons.
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May 2026
ICU pneumonia mortality rates remain elevated in developing nations
A scientific review published today in the NEJM Evidence journal, coordinated by the D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), evaluated outcomes of adults with community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) admitted to intensive care units (ICUs) in middle-income countries.
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May 2026
Retatrutide reshapes metabolism in obesity and type 2 diabetes, study finds
Retatrutide altered circulating metabolites and lipids linked to fatty acid oxidation and insulin resistance in people with obesity, with or without type 2 diabetes. These biomarker changes suggest improved metabolic health, but the post-hoc analysis remains hypothesis-generating and does not prove direct clinical benefit.
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May 2026
Macrophage location within tumors may influence cancer progression outcomes
Cancer tumors are surrounded by immune cells, but not all of those cells help the body fight back. Some support anti-cancer immunity, while others can unexpectedly help tumors survive.
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May 2026
Colorful Nutri-Score labels attract more consumer attention in supermarkets
Anyone seeking to purchase healthy products at the supermarket needs clear guidance. Nutritional labelling schemes, such as Nutri-Score labels, are designed to help with that.
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May 2026
Study links fathers’ preconception stress to altered offspring development
Research from the University of Colorado Anschutz suggests that stress experienced by a father before conception may influence an offspring's growth by altering small molecular signals in sperm.
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May 2026
Urine test may help identify autism risk in children
A simple urine test may help identify children at risk for autism sooner than current assessments - opening the door for earlier diagnosis and treatment, and better long-term outcomes for children who do have autism spectrum disorder.
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May 2026
FIT intervention boosts colorectal cancer screening across racial/ethnic groups
Background: Racially and ethnically minoritized patients are underscreened for colorectal cancer, resulting in racial/ethnic disparities.
