Human Health and Potential (HHP)

Chemicals in everyday products may impact babies’ metabolic health, potentially leading to increased belly fat at birth.

A newly discovered antibiotic compound found in local soil can potentially combat some of the world’s toughest drug-resistant bacteria.

Neutrophils, typically our immune defenders, can paradoxically promote cancer progression when altered in tumours.

Smartwatch data points to a connection between physical activity and prolonged COVID-19 symptoms among healthcare workers.

Researchers find that targeting nerve growth factor in melanomas transforms resistant ‘cold’ tumours into treatable ‘hot’ ones, adding new therapeutic options for challenging skin cancers.

Changes in the gut microbiome of infants are functionally linked to childhood obesity, highlighting the potential for early interventions to promote long-term health.

A study in mice has shown that intermittent fasting can improve heart health by altering key molecular and cellular pathways.

A breakthrough approach integrates light-responsive molecules into polymers to advance biomedical applications.

The term ‘postpartum depression’ may be misleading, as researchers have discover maternal depressive symptoms often begin during pregnancy.

Researchers have discovered a transcription factor crucial for developing the cells that enable us to smell.

A*STAR researchers develop a new method to study RNA’s intricate folding patterns within a single cell, revealing fresh insights into how cells develop and function.

A new colour-changing paper patch detects trace levels of multiple biomarkers found in sweat, offering a cost-effective wearable tool for real-time health monitoring.