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Scientist transferring liquid into microwell plates using a pipette For the U.K. based company, YouSeq’s new release is simply the next step toward making every clinically relevant target available as a ready-to-order test. YouSeq now offers what it calls the largest qPCR test menu in the world, strengthening its position as a global pioneer in ultra-broad-menu molecular testing. Each new assay detects multiple targets in a single reaction, giving laboratories faster turnaround times, richer data per run, and lower cost per datapoint. “With this release, we remove the old idea that labs must wait for the market to supply the…

From neurons to immune cells to trophoblasts, scientists reveal their favorite cells.Image credit:© iStock, vshivkovaWhether it’s counting red blood cells under a light microscope or recording bursts of electricity as neurons fire, scientists spend a lot of time studying cells. With such a diversity in form and function, cells vary considerably across the tree of life, so the editors at The Scientist were curious to find out which cells researchers liked the most and why.Neurons Electrify the SensesChris JarvisJessica Bernard, cognitive neuroscientist, Texas A&M UniversityI love Purkinje cells. They’re so fascinating! They’re these beautiful cells that integrate and process so…

Gut microbiota and the immune system partnership A diverse mix of microbes lives throughout the human body, in the skin, lungs, urinary tract, and especially the gut, forming a complex ecosystem that profoundly influences our health. Among these, the gut microbiota stands out for its close connection to the immune system. Around 70–80% of our immune cells are found in the gut-associated lymphoid tissue, where they interact with food, microbes, and microbial byproducts. This relationship begins at birth, when the gut microbiome and immune system start developing side by side. This ongoing partnership influences how our bodies tolerate harmless substances…

Even if you have reached expert label-reading levels, going out to eat can pose its own set of difficulties. How can you know the fat levels of each dish? In general, Simpson recommends avoiding alcohol, fruit juices, salad with dressing, potatoes, or fatty meat and fish. Instead, he suggests looking for fresh vegetables and low-fat fish like grilled or broiled cod.“Avoid menu items with words like ‘au gratin,’ ‘creamy,’ ‘crispy,’ ‘fried,’ or ‘sautéed,’ which usually indicate high-fat foods,” says Sheehan. She recommends choosing safer options, like grilled or baked entrées, steamed vegetables, shrimp cocktail, plain baked potatoes, fresh fruit, and…

We’re living in the golden age of health optimization. We track our REM cycles, log macros, monitor blood glucose, and take supplements tailored to our DNA. Longevity has become a data-driven pursuit, and biohacking promises to give us control over every measurable aspect of aging.

Medical students are experiencing “concerning levels of sexual violence, including criminal sexual offences” while studying, a new report suggests.1A report from the BMA, produced in collaboration with the campaign group Surviving in Scrubs, warns that major flaws in safeguarding have led to a breakdown in trust between students and institutions.The report finding have prompted renewed calls for all UK medical schools to sign up to NHS England’s sexual safety in healthcare charter.2 The charter has been adopted by every integrated care board and NHS trust in England but only by five of the 36 medical schools in England. Sexual safety…

This fiber-packed salad contains a mix of immunity-supporting antioxidants thanks to colorful vegetables, fruits and walnuts. This salad highlights winter produce like kale, Brussels sprouts, pears and pomegranate.Make this salad in just 20 minutes when you need a crowd-pleasing dish. This Brussels Sprouts, Kale & Pear Salad is a true celebration of the season, bringing brightness and crunch to the table. Fiber-packed kale and Brussels sprouts are tenderized in a tangy apple-cider vinaigrette, which softens their edges and infuses them with flavor. Pear slices add a juicy counterpoint, while crunchy pomegranate arils offer bursts of tartness in every forkful. Make the…

Yogurt is versatile, nutritious and pairs well with plenty of ingredients—including cocoa powder.Cocoa powder is rich in antioxidants and a source of fiber without any sugar, helping to add flavor and nutrition to your yogurt.Along with cocoa powder, try adding extra fruit or seeds for even more nutrition. Yogurt is a classic for a reason—it tastes great and is packed with nutrition. “Yogurt is a gem in the nutrition world—it’s accessible, often affordable and incredibly versatile,” explains Jenna Werner, RD. “Plus, it has protein, calcium and probiotics and is a great base to add a ton of other nutrition to.” …

The Chinese government hopes a new visa will encourage talented young researchers to move there.Credit: VCG via GettyChina has introduced a visa that will allow young foreign researchers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to move there without having to secure a job first.Before the introduction of the K visa, most foreign STEM researchers hoping to move to China had to find a job in advance and then apply for a work visa.The Chinese government is making “a serious bid” to attract the world’s brightest minds in STEM, says Jeremy Neufeld, the director of immigration policy at the Institute…

Credit: Stocktrek Images / Getty Images image of a multiple sclerosis neuron. Roche announced this week that two important Phase III studies of its oral drug fenebrutinib for treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS) met their primary endpoints. Fenebrutinib is a Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor, a class of drugs currently only approved to treat different forms of the blood cancers leukemia and lymphoma but also being developed by several companies such as Novartis, Sanofi, and Roche to treat MS. BTK inhibitors can cross the blood–brain barrier and block an enzyme which is crucial for signaling in both B cells and…