Immunotherapy has revolutionized the way we combat cancer by harnessing the body’s own immune system to target and eliminate malignant cells. While this approach has shown remarkable success in some cases, it doesn’t work for everyone. …

Chitin, the unexpected hero in battling obesity: insights from mice. Remember those cringe-worthy moments on “Survivor” when contestants devoured crunchy insects and other unappetizing treats for a chance at winning a million dollars? As viewers squirmed, these daring individuals exhibited their gastronomic bravery on national television. While it may seem…

Neuroscientists are tackling the complex puzzle of how our senses work, with a recent breakthrough revealing a machine-learning model’s human-level ability to describe chemical odors. Imagine a world where we could digitize and reproduce scents as easily as we do with images and sounds. A world where we could identify…

The industry faces uncertain times ahead due to regulatory changes and challenges Questions Industry Must Address: Industry needs to answer questions about a drug’s superiority, pricing, and value. Companies should rethink their approach to product development and pricing. Economic and clinical value must be demonstrated to various stakeholders. Over 115…

Artificial intelligence makes online clothes shopping come alive In the realm of fashion, online shopping is all the rage. The allure of convenience, competitive pricing, and an endless assortment of the latest seasonal trends is propelling more and more consumers towards virtual stores. However, the experience of shopping online differs…

A brand-new automatic video summarization model is using brain signals from viewers to pick out the most exciting highlights that trigger emotions. Ever find yourself endlessly scrolling through streaming platforms trying to decide what to watch? With so many amazing videos available online, it can be overwhelming to find something…

A breakthrough in battery technology uses human tears to power new worlds in augmented reality Imagine wearing contact lenses that not only help you see better but also display information right on your eyes. It might sound like something out of a science fiction movie, but scientists from Nanyang Technological…

First-ever known case of this type of parasitic infection in humans Scientists at The Australian National University (ANU) and the Canberra Hospital recently made a groundbreaking discovery about a new type of parasitic infection in humans. They found a live eight-centimeter-long roundworm inside the brain of a 64-year-old woman from…

Researchers discovered that individuals with a very low BMI are less active and consume less food than expected, while also exhibiting higher resting metabolic rates, challenging previous assumptions about their natural activity levels and metabolism. So far, most of the studies about obesity have been focusing on people with high…