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Battles on multiple fronts: The power of combination immunotherapy in cancer treatments

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The human immune system is built on a foundation of complex networks. Together, many different types of immune cells and organs do everything from staving off infection to killing cancerous tumors. Inspired by the immune system’s versatility, scientists have been exploring its uses in cancer treatments by directly targeting some of these cells, an approach […]

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Bounce back: How lipocartilage is changing regenerative medicine

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When you think of the skeletal system, what comes to mind? Most of us visualize a collection of rigid, porous bones, organized in “the leg bone’s connected to the knee bone” fashion. However, a significant portion of the skeletal system is actually composed of cartilage. In every anatomy textbook, you’ll find a section listing three

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Could lithocholic acid-mediated caloric restriction be the key to delaying aging?

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Restricting caloric intake has long been associated with improved health and extended lifespan in various species, from yeast to mammals. However, implementing such a regimen often proves difficult due to the accompanying feelings of hunger and energy deprivation. Recent exploration from researchers at Xiamen University in China suggests that lithocholic acid (LCA), a secondary bile

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3D bioprinting: Ctrl+P human organs in real time

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In the world of medicine, the need for viable, healthy tissue and organs is critical. Yet, in the United States alone, over 100,000 patients are waiting for organ transplants, while many also struggle with chronic conditions requiring tissue regeneration. A promising solution lies in 3D bioprinting, a groundbreaking technology at the intersection of biology, engineering,

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Rethinking the cortisol awakening response: Is waking up that stressful?

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For decades, scientists have believed that waking up triggers a surge in cortisol — a hormone that helps regulate stress, metabolism, and immune function. This phenomenon, known as the  “cortisol awakening response” (CAR) has been widely used in research on mental health conditions like PTSD, depression, and schizophrenia, as well as chronic illnesses such as

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Wanderer: The far–reaching impacts of the vagus nerve

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With hundreds of bones and muscles, thousands of genes, and trillions of cells, the human body is extremely intricate and specialized. The tenth cranial nerve, the vagus nerve, has recently come under the research spotlight due to its involvement in many different bodily functions. Nicknamed “the wanderer,” the vagus nerve is the longest and most

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