In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at UF Health Cancer Center and their international partners, scientists have found compelling evidence that a toxin produced by a common foodborne bacterium, Campylobacter jejuni (C. jejuni), significantly accelerates the spread of colorectal
Recent research from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) has unveiled groundbreaking insights into the replication mechanism of the BK polyomavirus (BKPyV), a major cause of kidney transplant failure. This discovery could pave the way for new treatments to protect transplanted kidneys
Prostate cancer has become an alarming health issue, particularly among African men, who are increasingly found to be at higher risk compared to men of other ethnicities. Various studies point towards genetic factors playing a significant role in this elevated risk, coupled with inadequate
The emergence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 in 1996 marked a significant event in the history of infectious diseases. Over the years, this virus has spread across continents, infecting various species and creating diverse clades. The potential for H5N1 to adapt to humans through
Recent research from Weill Cornell Medicine has unveiled a promising preclinical discovery that could significantly enhance the effectiveness of cancer immunotherapy for B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphomas (B-NHL). The study focuses on the use of EZ## inhibitors, an emerging class of anticancer drugs, in
Drug addiction has been a persistent issue throughout human history, documented from ancient times. Traditionally viewed as a moral failing rather than a treatable disease, the perception of addiction began to shift in the 20th century with scientific discoveries highlighting its basis in brain
