Two's company: Scientists identify new class of star remnants
Scientists have identified a new class of stellar remnants, distinct from typical white dwarfs, which form from binary star systems. This discovery expands our understanding of stellar evolution, part
What are peptides, are they safe and is there evidence to back up the hype?
Peptides, short chains of amino acids, are being hailed by influencers and athletes for everything from injury repair to anti-aging, creating a booming, yet murky, industry. While some synthetic pepti
Humans' closest invertebrate ancestors date back much further than thought
New research indicates that the closest invertebrate ancestors to humans emerged significantly earlier than previously believed, pushing back the timeline for the evolution of complex animal life on E
A simple ECG test could flag racehorses at risk of exercise arrhythmias
A new study from the University of Surrey suggests that a simple ECG taken during a warm-up trot could effectively screen racehorses for cardiac arrhythmias, a condition that puts them at risk during
Humor helps older adults navigate aging, research suggests
New research from Aberystwyth University reveals humor is a vital coping mechanism for older adults, helping them navigate challenges like bereavement and declining health while maintaining social con
STAT+: New treatment approach could give IBD patients hope, and be a bonanza for drugmakers
A new treatment approach offers hope for the 70% of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients who don't find relief from existing medications, potentially transforming the treatment of Crohn's disease
Scientists engineer bacteria to eat cancer tumors from the inside out
University of Waterloo scientists are engineering bacteria, specifically Clostridium sporogenes, to selectively target and devour cancerous tumors from the inside out, exploiting the oxygen-deprived c
STAT+: Cigna, extending reach into prescription drugs, acquires major pharmacy used by hospitals
Cigna's acquisition of CarepathRx, a major pharmacy serving nearly 10% of U.S. hospitals, signals a continued push for control over the pharmaceutical supply chain, raising concerns about healthcare c
'If a drug had the same benefits as the arts, we’d take it every day'
Research increasingly demonstrates that engaging with the arts has profound and measurable physiological benefits, impacting everything from hormone levels and stress reduction to brain structure and
Hidden ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy tablets raises new gut health questions
A hidden ingredient, SNAC, in popular oral weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, is raising new gut health concerns after an animal study by Adelaide University revealed potential negative effects on
Computational model predicts telomere length from routine biopsy slide images
A new AI‑driven computational tool can estimate telomere length directly from routine pathology slide images, turning standard biopsies into a non‑invasive readout of cellular aging and cancer risk. P
New study offers insight into tissue-specific gene regulation of sheep
A multinational team has produced the first tissue‑specific map of promoters and enhancers in the sheep genome, revealing how gene regulation shapes traits like digestion and muscle growth. The atlas
Massive study finds most statin side effects aren’t caused by the drugs
A major University of Oxford study challenges widespread fears about statins, finding that most listed side effects are no more common than with placebos. This research, analyzing data from over 150,0
Medicines watchdog to investigate UK peptide clinics over health claims
The UK's medicines regulator, the MHRA, is investigating clinics for potentially illegal medicinal claims about unregulated, experimental peptide therapies, which are heavily promoted for benefits lik
Microscopic mechanism of 'quantum collapse' in real-world environments uncovered for the first time
Scientists have finally uncovered the microscopic mechanism behind 'quantum collapse' in real-world environments, a phenomenon known as ultrafast electronic decoherence that disrupts quantum states wi
H.H.S. Takes a First Step Toward Restoring Vaccine Advisory Committee
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is moving to reinstate its vaccine advisory committee, a panel whose recent work was invalidated by a federal judge last month due to legitimacy conce
Scientists reveal new blood pressure treatment that works when others fail
A new drug, **baxdrostat**, is demonstrating significant success in lowering dangerously high blood pressure in patients resistant to conventional treatments, achieving an average reduction of nearly
STAT+: NIH would get $5 billion cut under Trump’s 2027 budget, but Congress unlikely to go along
The Trump administration's 2027 budget proposal seeks a $5 billion cut to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and a reduction in its institutes and centers from 27 to 22. However, Congress is wide
58 tortillas, five hot sauces and one toilet: life aboard spacecraft Orion
Astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft are experiencing relatable daily challenges, from technical glitches like crashed email and broken toilets to mundane tasks such as preparing meals with 58 torti
Our modern vision evolved from an ancient one‑eyed worm creature
Our complex vision, often taken for granted, is the culmination of an incredible evolutionary journey that began with an ancient one-eyed worm creature, according to recent research. This creature's p