15
Apr 2026
New model advances study of cardiac fibroblasts and fibrosis
Fibroblasts are an essential component of the heart, as they play key roles in its structure, development and response to cardiac damage.
Stay Informed!
15
Apr 2026
New research reveals how parasites break out of host cells
Parasites are a major global health problem, underlying many human diseases worldwide. For example, Plasmodium falciparum, the parasite responsible for malaria, plays a well-established; however, its complex life cycle is not yet fully understood.
15
Apr 2026
Left bundle branch area pacing improves cardiac resynchronization outcomes
Left bundle branch area pacing was found to be an effective and practical strategy for cardiac resynchronization, according to a Late-Breaking Science presentation at EHRA 2026, the annual congress of the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA), a branch of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).
15
Apr 2026
Study finds AI can match clinicians in interview assessment
Clinical interviewing is one of the most important skills physicians develop during their training. It forms the foundation for accurate diagnosis and effective patient care.
15
Apr 2026
Liver cancer burden rising globally amid shift to metabolic risks
Primary liver cancer continues to pose a major global health challenge, ranking as the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide.
15
Apr 2026
Parents' genes shape children's mental health beyond inherited DNA
What if some of the risk of anxiety and depression in children is not only about the genes they inherit, but also about their parents' genetic dispositions and how these influence the home environment?
15
Apr 2026
New grant funds AI search for genetic targets to treat Alzheimer's
With a new $6.2 million, five-year grant from the National Institute on Aging, researchers at Case Western Reserve University will use artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to identify possible genetic targets to treat Alzheimer's disease.
15
Apr 2026
Electric bike and scooter use causes surge in brain injuries
The growing use of electric bikes and scooters has caused a surge in brain and spine injuries among urban riders and pedestrians, a new study shows.
15
Apr 2026
New CRISPR tool selectively cuts tumor DNA while sparing healthy cells
Cancer cells excel at evading detection, but subtle chemical differences set them apart from healthy cells.
15
Apr 2026
Dutch study shows off-label targeted therapies benefit more cancer patients
The largest published prospective evaluation of off-label targeted cancer therapies has shown that more patients could benefit from existing drugs.
