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By far, the most interesting (and terrifying) element of this case study is that no known gene mutations were identified through whole-genome sequencing. While they don’t understand the cause, researchers have concluded this young patient has probable Alzheimer’s disease.
It would not be September without the GEN team taking a trip to Boston to attend the BioProcess International (BPI) meeting. Indeed, John Sterling, GEN’s Editor in Chief, has been attending BPI since its inception! Here, he took a minute away from the talks and expo hall to join Julianna LeMieux, PhD, Deputy Editor in Chief to talk about the first day of the meeting, the sessions they attended, and the trends that they are noticing.
As air and water signs, respectively, Libra and Scorpio are going to have different approaches to emotions. As the AstroTwins previously explained to mbg, “Like the breeze, you can’t quite catch [air signs], and you never know where they’ll drop you once they sweep you up.” Water signs, on the other hand, prioritize security, including in their relationships. “Security is important to them,” the twins say, adding, “After all, water needs a container, or it dries up and disappears.”
BMJ journalists have won three prizes at the 2025 Medical Journalists’ Association (MJA) awards this week, including for investigative reporting and mental health journalism.The MJA awards shine a spotlight on the best in health and medical journalism across the UK, and the work of writers, editors, and broadcasters.Jennifer Richardson, The BMJ’s investigations and senior features editor, was named editor of the year for a special investigative series on children and food, which revealed industry ties1 to government diet guidance, food companies’ infiltration2 of schools, and tactics used by fast food giant McDonalds3 to roll out new branches. Judges said the…
Credit: peterschreiber.media/Getty Images A stroke occurs when a blocked artery (ischemic stroke) or a ruptured blood vessel (hemorrhagic stroke) disrupts the blood supply to the brain, causing the death of brain cells when they do not receive essential oxygen and nutrients. Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide, affecting one in four adults aged 25 and above. The most common form of stroke is the ischemic stroke, with almost nine out of 10 stroke cases. Once a stroke occurs, a race against time begins. The current standard-of-care, which is a treatment that breaks up the blood clots…
Pulses like beans, lentils and chickpeas are cost-effective, filling and rich in heart-healthy nutrients.Naturally low in sodium, pulses are versatile snacks you can enjoy crunchy, creamy or blended.Regularly eating pulses may help lower blood pressure and reduce long-term heart disease risk. If you’re looking for an easy, cost-effective and science-backed snack to support healthy blood pressure, dietitians say you should reach for pulses. Pulses is a food category that includes lentils, beans, chickpeas and peas. These plant-based powerhouses have a nutrition profile that’s helpful for promoting heart health. Let’s dive into why pulses are such a helpful snack for high…
New DNA-encoded macromolecules snap together like molecular Lego blocks, providing precise control over shape and function in drug design.Image credit:istock, Elif Bayraktar Traditional approaches to drug development face trade-offs. Small molecules are cell permeable and easy to manufacture, but they often suffer from poor specificity and off-target effects. Antibodies and peptides tightly bind their targets but are large, costly to produce, and difficult to administer. To address these challenges, scientists at the startup company ThirdLaw Molecular developed synthetic molecules called Spiroligomers™, which combine the best properties of small molecules, peptides, and antibodies. Designing novel peptides for therapeutics has proven difficult, as…
Geneva College of Longevity Science President Dominik Thor on education, evidence and the adoption of longevity technologies. The Global Longevity Summit, entitled Mastering the Aging Clock: The Science of Longevity, will convene in Geneva this October, bringing together international leaders in science, medicine and innovation under the banner Transform Your Practice and Patient Care. With education and clinical adoption at its core, the event reflects a broader shift towards embedding longevity science into mainstream healthcare practice. Professor Dominik Thor, President of the Geneva College of Longevity Science (GCLS), will be among the keynote speakers. His focus: how cutting-edge innovation can…
Arnav Kapur, the CEO of AlterEgo, demonstrates the wearable device.Credit: AlterEgoA wearable device could make saying ‘Alexa, what time is it?’ aloud a thing of the past. The artificial intelligence (AI) neural interface called AlterEgo promises to allow users to silently communicate by just thinking words. Sitting over the ear, the device facilitates daily life through live communication with the Internet. “It gives you the power of telepathy but only for the thoughts you want to share,” says AlterEgo’s chief executive Arnav Kapur, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Kapur unveiled the device on 8 September.The device does not read brain activity,…
As many as 13% of people say that bloating is a problem. Probiotics may help by restoring the balance of good gut bacteria and aiding in digestion.They may also ease constipation and manage food sensitivities that can lead to bloating. We’ve all been there. You finish a meal and suddenly feel like you’ve swallowed a balloon. Your stomach feels tight, uncomfortable and noticeably larger than it was just an hour ago. Bloating affects up to 13% of us regularly, turning everyday activities into uncomfortable experiences. With the growing buzz around gut health, you may wonder if probiotics could be the answer…