Human Health and Potential (HHP)
Mixed shots hit a moving target
19 Jan 2024While the new Omicron XBB COVID-19 subvariant deftly dodges immune defences even in vaccinated individuals, researchers find that mixed mRNA vaccines may offer a vital boost of protection.
Ovarian cancer fingerprinting in real time
12 Jan 2024A new portable diagnostic technology promises unparalleled speed, accuracy and clinical utility for ovarian cancer diagnoses.
Baring breast cancer’s genetic dependencies
2 Jan 2024Researchers reveal how disrupting a key genetic control mechanism can significantly hinder the progression and spread of an aggressive and difficult-to-treat form of breast cancer.
When a chromatin safekeeper drops its guard
26 Dec 2023A*STAR researchers identified the mechanism behind how a common gene mutation in kidney cancer impacts chromatin remodelling and drives tumour development, opening up new possibilities for therapeutic interventions.
Blueprints to optimise a cancer killer
20 Dec 2023A*STAR researchers tackle the challenge of creating therapeutic antibodies that effectively kill tumours and are also easily scalable in manufacturing settings.
Reading hidden notes on genetic molecules
13 Dec 2023A new computational tool accurately predicts RNA modifications from sequencing data, allowing researchers to study and develop novel therapies for complex diseases such as cancer.
Shielding seniors from a crowned killer
8 Dec 2023A study reveals how age, SARS-CoV-2 variants and booster shots affect immune responses to the COVID-19 vaccine.
Breathing easy with super sensitive diagnostics
6 Dec 2023A new approach combines surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy with advanced computer analysis to accurately and rapidly detect lung cancer by analysing fluid around the lungs.
A deep dive into cancer’s big data
1 Dec 2023A new deep learning method outperforms traditional methods for identifying genetic mutations from DNA sequences and can be a valuable tool for improved cancer diagnostics.
Flipping the script on fat intake
27 Nov 2023Despite an increased calorie intake, the consumption of unsaturated fats from Asian-based oil blends did not lead to significant changes in total body fat among Asian participants.
Listening out for inflammation
22 Nov 2023A non-invasive diagnostic method that uses light and sound can help clinicians assess and track patients with a chronic inflammatory skin condition.
Fine-grained anatomy of a viral enemy
16 Nov 2023Investigations into an under-explored region of SARS-CoV-2’s spike protein reveals detailed structural insights that can represent valuable drug targets.