Combatting malnutrition in care homes with Artificial Intelligence
A collaboration of researchers has developed an innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) food tracking system that can potentially reduce malnutrition in care homes.
Developed by experts...
New intranasal influenza vaccine demonstrates excellent performance
A study suggests that a newly developed intranasal influenza vaccine provides robust protection against multiple influenza virus strains.
Designed by researchers at the Institute for...
Why do we fail to keep New Year’s resolutions?
New research has suggested that people may not always want help with sticking to their New Year’s resolutions.
According to YouGov’s recent survey on 2022...
Utilising light therapy to enhance healing from cancer radiation treatment
The implementation of light therapy potentially increases skin healing from damage caused by cancer radiation therapy by up to 50%.
In a new study pioneered...
Zika vaccine demonstrates effectiveness at preventing the virus
A groundbreaking Zika vaccine has been proven to prevent the Zika virus effectively in preclinical animal studies.
The novel Zika vaccine was developed at the...
Live cells in human breast milk could aid breast cancer research
A new study focused on changes that take place during lactation by investigating cells found in human breast milk and how this could aid...
New pain management technique for knee replacement surgery
One in five people experiences ongoing pain after knee replacement surgery. New research has shown a way to reduce the pain, which could save...
The new Covid testing lab that fits inside a backpack
UK scientists have developed an innovative Covid testing lab that fits inside a backpack, a significant development for mobile diagnostics.
Researchers from the Queen Mary...
New links between brain over-activity and schizophrenia symptoms
New research revealed that over-activity in a specific part of the brain is linked to certain schizophrenia symptoms, opening up possibilities for targeted treatments.
Researchers...
New Covid blood test forecasts infection severity
A newly developed Covid blood test expertly identifies if a person is infected with COVID-19 and how severely their immune system will react to...
Maternal soft drink consumption linked to ADHD symptoms in children
Researchers reported that daily maternal intake of sweetened carbonated beverages (SCB) in pregnancy was associated with ADHD symptoms in children at eight years of...
Foods high in flavonoids may reduce Parkinson’s disease mortality
New research has identified that foods high in flavonoids may reduce mortality in people with Parkinson's disease, potentially illustrating how dietary changes can enhance...
Vitamin D and fish oil supplements may reduce risk of autoimmune disease
Taking daily vitamin D supplements – or a combination of vitamin D and omega-3 fish oil supplements may carry a lower risk of developing...
Mixing Covid vaccines is safe and effective, study suggests
US research has signified that Mixing Covid vaccines – having separate doses of two different Covid vaccinations – is both safe and effective.
The study,...
Chemicals in plastic may contribute to weight gain
Consumer products made from plastic contain chemicals that may promote the development of weight gain and obesity.
Plastic is found in many consumer products, including...
Cannabinol found to protect against neurodegenerative diseases
Groundbreaking research has found that cannabinol (CBN), one of the less famous compounds of cannabis, may potentially aid in preventing and treating age-related neurodegenerative...
New study suggests two paths to robust Covid immunity
New laboratory research from Oregon Health & Science University revealed more than one path toward robust Covid immunity.
A new study has found two forms...
VR test may transform the future of cognitive assessment
UK-based research suggests that a virtual reality (VR) test could be employed to assess an individual's cognitive functioning effectively.
A study conducted by a team...
How timing of dinner and genetics affect blood sugar level control
Researchers conducted a trial to understand the connection between disturbed blood sugar level control and the timing of meals relative to sleep.
Blood sugar level...
Food intervention as effective as medication for lowering cholesterol
Research revealed that “food-as-medicine” is a simple, viable solution to lowering cholesterol in many patients unable or unwilling to take statin drugs.
High cholesterol is...