One-Time CRISPR Gene-Editing Therapy Shows Lasting Ability to Safely Lower Cholesterol and Triglycerides in Phase 1 Trial
A first-in-human Phase 1 clinical trial conducted by researchers at the Cleveland Clinic has found that a single infusion of an experimental CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing therapy produced lasting, significant reductions in…
Landmark SINGLE-AF Trial Shows Newer Blood Thinners Significantly Lower Stroke Risks for Atrial Fibrillation Patients at Intermediate Risk
A large and rigorous randomized clinical trial has delivered compelling evidence that newer classes of blood-thinning medications can substantially reduce serious cardiovascular complications for individuals living with atrial fibrillation who…
Popular Joint Pain Supplement Linked to Faster Progression of Dementia in Early Cognitive Decline Study
A widely used over-the-counter dietary supplement often taken by older adults to manage joint discomfort and support joint health has been linked to a potentially concerning outcome in people experiencing…
The Hidden Air Pollution: How Scented Cleaning Products Generate Invisible Nanoparticles Indoors
A room that smells brightly of citrus, sharp pine, or delicate flowers is universally associated with cleanliness and freshness. For decades, consumer habits have been shaped by the sensory cue…
New Analysis Suggests Overdiagnosis in Mammography Screening Is Far Lower Than Previously Thought
Breast cancer screening has long been a cornerstone of modern public health, saving countless lives through the early detection of malignancies. However, this medical intervention has also carried a persistent…
Scientists Capture Rare, Detailed View of the Cascadia Subduction Zone Slowly Breaking Apart
Scientists have captured an unusually detailed view of a major tectonic system beneath the Pacific Northwest as it begins to come apart, offering a rare look at how a massive…
Researchers Demonstrate First Universal Gate Set Using Non-Abelian Anyons for Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing
A practical quantum computer must eventually be able to handle any type of quantum algorithm, much like a conventional laptop can run many different kinds of software. Achieving this level…
CERN Begins Major Upgrade of Large Hadron Collider to Pave the Way for High-Luminosity Era
The Large Hadron Collider, the world’s largest and most powerful particle accelerator, has officially entered a transformative new chapter in its scientific lifespan. Stretching 27 kilometers in an underground ring…
Genetically Modified Donor Stem Cells Show Promise in Overcoming Major Hurdle for Blood Cancer Immunotherapies
For individuals battling some of the most aggressive forms of blood cancer, a stem cell transplant often represents the single remaining treatment option with the potential to achieve a lasting…
New Research Reveals Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Is Significantly More Common Than Previously Estimated
New research led by scientists at the Seaver Autism Center for Research and Treatment at Mount Sinai suggests that Phelan-McDermid syndrome may be much more common than earlier estimates indicated.…