Human Health and Potential (HHP)

A comprehensive study of liver tumours reveals that a small fraction of aggressive cells can have an outsized effect on patient outcomes.

High iron levels, often linked to red meat consumption, can fuel cancer growth by reactivating proteins that allow cancer cells to divide endlessly.

A*STAR researchers find that ordinary communications between immune cells during chikungunya virus infection can drive joint inflammation seen in the disease.

A new wearable sensor continuously detects key chemical biomarkers directly from the skin, circumventing more invasive clinical methods.

A new sensor innovation measures stress inside tissue models to simulate disease conditions like cancer with greater accuracy.

Poor maternal mental health during pregnancy can lead to more restless nights for babies in their first year of life.

A deeper look at nanoparticle design reveals how customised lipid carriers with advanced structures can greatly enhance the delivery of mRNA treatments.

A new artificial intelligence tool helps scientists uncover how cells communicate within tissues, paving the way for more targeted treatments for diseases like cancer.

A comprehensive genomic map reveals how certain genes regulate key cells in blood sugar control, offering new insights for future diabetes treatments.

A new algorithm, BANKSY, expands our understanding of cellular diversity by revealing how cells are influenced by interactions with their neighbours.

A new medical device can make treating resistant high blood pressure safer and more effective by improving how doctors perform a key surgical procedure.

Researchers developed a new method to improve the effectiveness of islet cell transplants, which may offer better treatment options for people with diabetes.