Science and Technology

AI predicts neuroscience research results better than experts

The study found that large language models (LLMs) such as GPT are able to predict neuroscience outcomes with accuracy exceeding that of human experts.

Published: 28 November 2024, 13:10

New drug for asthma and COPD reduces need for treatment by 30%

An injection of benralizumab, used to treat acute asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), was found to be 30% more effective than standard treatment with steroid tablets.

Published: 28 November 2024, 13:01

Wireless braces collect important health data via smartphone

The oral cavity contains a wealth of information about a person’s health. Body temperature, head and jaw movements during sleep – all of this data can be key to diagnosing diseases and dental problems.

Published: 28 November 2024, 11:48

The food additive carrageenan may disrupt the intestinal barrier and increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes

The additive carrageenan (E 407), widely used in the food industry, is associated with the development of chronic inflammatory bowel disease, ulcers and increased blood sugar levels in animals. However, the effect of carrageenan on the risk of type 2 diabetes in humans remains unclear.

Published: 28 November 2024, 11:31

Gold proved more effective than platinum for chemoprevention in new lab study

A study has found that a new gold-based drug can slow tumor growth in animals by 82% and target cancer more selectively than standard chemotherapy drugs.

Published: 28 November 2024, 11:17

New HIV prevention injection offers 96% protection

A study by researchers at Emory University and Grady Health System found that a twice-yearly injection of Lenacapavir reduced the risk of HIV infection by 96%.

Published: 28 November 2024, 10:36

GLP-1 agonists improve kidney and heart health

The largest and most comprehensive study of the effects of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists on kidney and cardiovascular health has shown significant benefits for people with and without diabetes.

Published: 28 November 2024, 10:19

Revolutionary strategy offers hope for type 1 diabetes treatment

Scientists have developed an innovative strategy for treating type 1 diabetes (T1D) that combines transplantation of engineered beta cells and localized immune protection using specialized immune cells.

Published: 27 November 2024, 19:45

Protein patterns predict inflammatory bowel disease 16 years before diagnosis

Scientists have identified specific protein patterns in the blood that can predict inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) 16 years before diagnosis.

Published: 27 November 2024, 18:59

Study shows how cancer cells avoid chemotherapy in low glucose conditions

A study has identified two mechanisms by which cancer cells escape death from chemotherapy in low glucose conditions.

Published: 27 November 2024, 12:26