Science Translational Medicine
Targeting leukemia stem cells
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a severe cancer of the blood and bone marrow, often fatal. The disease is driven by leukemic stem cells...
New brain imaging technique uses a transparent window in patient’s skull
Functional ultrasound imaging can record brain activity through a transparent skull implant.
Fast antidepressants and positive neuropsychological effects
Antidepressants swiftly alter emotional bias in rats, a new study shows.
A fundamental mechanism that controls the body’s response to limited oxygen
A shared genetic trait that could predict a higher risk of small lung vessel disease.
RNA fragment’s promise in atherosclerosis therapy
Targeting microRNA repressors reduces atherosclerosis in mice.
Stanford study boosts aging mice with nerve-muscle restoration
Blocking 15-PGDH gerozyme for nerve-muscle regeneration.
MRSA and superbugs face defeat with unique vaccine
Protein-free vaccine boosts innate immunity and guards against hospital infections.
Protein-causing liver damage could be a new focus for treatment
The role of CYR61 in liver damage and NASH Fibrosis.
Enhancing CAR T cells for blood cancer treatment
Epitope editing for universal blood cancer immunotherapy.
An inhalable COVID vaccine that successfully protects against the virus
A study shows that a shot is not necessary for providing protection.
Discovery of a new therapeutic target for ARDS
Rejuvenating blood vessels: The role of endothelial FoxM1 in healing lungs.
Gene therapy offers promise to children battling kidney disease
Gene therapy halts kidney disease in nephrotic syndrome.
COVID-19 causes mitochondrial dysfunction in the heart and other organs
These findings suggest new approaches for treating COVID-19.
New antibiotic shows promise against drug-resistant superbugs
LPC-233: A new antibiotic against drug-resistant bacteria.
Hearing restoration: New hope for people with hearing loss
Gene therapy restores hearing in adult mice through cerebrospinal fluid.
Cells that are particularly susceptible to Alzheimer’s are identified
Scientists identified a subset of neurons within this body that are most susceptible to neurodegeneration.
Brain cancer patients may benefit from treatment to boost white blood cells
Blocking immune suppressor cells in mice with glioblastoma improved survival.
Serotonin can impact the mitral valve of the heart, the study
The link between serotonin and heart valve disease.
Why loss of smell occurs in long COVID-19?
The inflammatory mechanism could also help explain other long COVID-19 symptoms.
A new way to prevent pregnancy without side effects
Non-hormonal gel proves effective at helping mucus block sperm.
Scientists generated a lab-grown human tissue model for food tube cancer
A potential therapeutic target for gastroesophageal junction cancer.
Scientists identify novel molecular biomarkers in cells that spread a deadly form of breast cancer
The study could pave the way for developing new treatments that target such molecular variations.
Scientists identified the cause of COVID-19 blood clots
A new study reveals the virus triggers antibodies circulating through the blood, causing clots in people hospitalized with the disease.