Month: May 2023

Peanut Allergy Skin Patch Shows Promise in Kids

Imagine this: a kid who’s scared of roller coasters, suddenly finding the courage to ride the biggest one with ease. That’s what an experimental skin patch is doing for toddlers highly allergic to peanuts – giving them the power to handle accidental bites. Peanut allergies, like roller coasters, can be dangerous and unpredictable. Parents of […]

Published on May 11, 2023

Exploring the Impact of Neuroinflammation in Stroke

Imagine your brain as a bustling city, with lots of activity and communication happening all the time. But what happens when there’s an accident, like a stroke, that disrupts the flow of traffic? Well, it turns out that not only do the roads get blocked, but the local authorities – the immune cells and inflammation […]

Published on May 11, 2023

Biochemical Changes in ALS Cells Linked to Genetic Mutation

A genetic mutation in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) fibroblasts has been found to cause significant changes in the cells’ metabolic profile. The study identifies a specific truncation of the TDP43 protein as the culprit behind these alterations. Comparing the cells with the mutation to healthy cells, researchers observed differences in levels of pyruvate and intermediates […]

Published on May 11, 2023