What if the unseen stressors of a global health crisis were aging our brains, even if they are never infected by the virus itself? As society grapples with the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, new research uncovers an unexpected consequence: accelerated brain aging due to non-infection-related
The presence of synthetic chemicals in daily life poses silent yet significant challenges to human health, extending beyond mere environmental pollution and leaching into the realm of chronic diseases. Chemicals known as PFAS, prevalent in heat-resistant nonstick cookware and stain-repellent
Imagine a world where Alzheimer's disease can be anticipated years before its debilitating symptoms manifest, allowing for timely intervention that could change the course of an individual’s life. This could soon be a reality, thanks to the groundbreaking work of Dr. Hamilton Se-Hwee Oh, whose
In the rapidly evolving field of cancer epidemiology, understanding how race and ethnicity interact with cancer incidence and mortality is crucial. Ivan Kairatov, a biopharma expert with a strong background in research and development, sheds light on the implications of changing race data
The realm of drug discovery has always been a complex, costly, and time-consuming endeavor, with high failure rates due to intrinsic complexities. Among the pivotal challenges is the need to meticulously screen thousands or even millions of molecules to identify one with the desired therapeutic
Breast cancer remains a formidable adversary in the field of oncology, with radiotherapy serving as one of its most prevalent treatment modalities. Traditionally, radiotherapy is administered postoperatively to eliminate residual cancer cells and reduce the chances of relapse. Yet, the biological
