Cambridge researchers unveil a urine test potentially revolutionizing early lung cancer detection by identifying proteins from 'zombie cells'. Human trials are imminent, with hopes to expand its use to other cancers.

Swansea University researchers have created a coral-inspired bone graft that heals faster and dissolves naturally, using 3D-printing to mimic coral's structure. This innovation, promising rapid healing and cost-effectiveness, could transform treatments for bone defects globally, with patented research published and partnerships underway.

Lund University researchers have identified IGFBP7 as a key biomarker for predicting which aggressive breast cancer patients benefit from the drug ganitumab. This discovery could renew pharmaceutical interest and offers hope for better-targeted treatments, potentially impacting other cancer therapies as well.

Stanford researchers unveil PAGER, a synthetic receptor enhancing cellular responses with broad therapeutic potential. This innovation leverages GPCR technology for diverse medical applications.

Researchers unveil a new optical fiber sensing system to monitor traumatic brain injury complications by tracking six biomarkers simultaneously. This innovation promises enhanced patient care by using machine learning to interpret data, potentially preventing secondary brain damage.

Scientist Josh Rosenthal is leveraging RNA editing to explore non-addictive pain relief alternatives, aiming to reduce reliance on opiates. His research, backed by a $6 million grant and collaborations with top institutions, focuses on modifying pain-related proteins in human cells using insights from cephalopods.

AWS announces major updates to Amazon Bedrock, boosting its generative AI service with new foundational models and cost-saving features. The service has seen a 4.7-fold customer growth, attracting big names like Adobe and BMW.

A study by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, published in Nature, suggests older age may protect against cancer, despite being a major risk factor. The research highlights the complexity of aging’s role in cancer, advocating for targeted prevention in younger individuals and caution in using iron-targeting therapies in older patients due to potential risks.

A study by the University of South Australia shows that sleep enhances language learning by synchronizing brainwave patterns during NREM sleep. This research could impact treatments for language impairments.

Researchers at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University have unveiled SigRM, a new tool for analyzing gene expression via single-cell epitranscriptomics. SigRM's ability to assess RNA modifications like m6A methylation could revolutionize understanding of gene regulation and disease mechanisms, providing crucial insights for medical research.