Machine learning and cell imaging combine to predict effectiveness of multiple sclerosis medication

CD8+ T cells from non-responder patients are resistant to natalizumab inhibition of cell spreading in an actin polymerization-dependent manner. Credit: Nature Communications (2025). DOI: 10.1038/s41467-025-60224-3 Brazilian researchers, in partnership with…

Postpartum Depression and Psychosis Risks Surge After Childbirth

Summary: A large Swedish study of 1.8 million pregnancies found that mental ill health around pregnancy has risen in recent years, with risks spiking after childbirth. While depression and psychosis…

Heat and toxic exposures could harm kidneys in agricultural workers, findings indicate

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Heat and constant exposure to toxic metals and metalloids can be a dangerous combination for the kidneys of agricultural workers, a new University of Arizona study…

Cancer deaths expected to rise to over 18 million in 2050, nearly 75% more than in 2024

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain There has been a rapid increase in the global number of cancer cases and deaths between 1990 and 2023, despite advances in cancer treatment and efforts…

Sugary Drinks Linked to Depression Through Gut Microbiome

Summary: A new study shows that sugary drinks don’t just affect physical health—they may also raise the risk of depression in women by disrupting the gut microbiome. Researchers found that…

Megalith “dragon stones” were likely part of an ancient water cult

A new study, published in the journal npj suggests that the mysterious dragon stones found across the highlands of Armenia may relate to water veneration practices of communities over six…

Positive Memories Boost Musicians’ Performance by Reframing Stress

Summary: A new study reveals that recalling positive memories before stepping on stage can significantly boost musicians’ performance. Professional wind instrumentalists who reflected on positive experiences showed higher nervous system…

Report explores perspectives on living with dementia

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain To experience or even contemplate dementia raises some of the most profound questions: What does it mean to be a person? How does someone find meaning…

Early Clues to Autism and Schizophrenia Risk Found in DNA

Summary: Researchers have built a detailed map of DNA methylation changes in nearly 1,000 human brains from six weeks after conception to old age. The work reveals dramatic epigenetic shifts…

AI models predict when patients can safely stop long-term antidepressant use

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain New machine learning models developed by University of South Australia (UniSA) researchers could help clinicians identify when patients can successfully stop long-term antidepressant use. Using artificial…