Health

Il rivestimento in silicio maschera gli antigeni dei globuli rossi rendendoli invisibili al sistema immunitario A revolution in blood transfusions could be on the horizon, thanks to innovative research that has developed a method for…

A new cellular process could explain the progressive memory loss associated with Alzheimer’s An Italian team has made a breakthrough discovery that sheds new light on the molecular mechanisms behind Alzheimer’s disease. The study,…

A team of researchers has developed a patch that monitors vital parameters through sweat analysis A team of researchers at the University of California, San Diego has developed an innovative health device: a smart patch, a wearable device…

Severe depression increases the chance of death in cancer patients by 86% in one study Depression, often considered a purely mental disorder, has a profound impact on physical health. A recent study, conducted under the Mnesys project and…

Identify new brain areas that could be used as "anchor points" for neuroprostheses The Mnesys project, the largest brain research programme ever carried out in Italy, is revolutionising the field of neuroprosthetics. These innovative…

Particles in smog can penetrate the brain and damage neurons A recent study under the Mnesys project has revealed an increasingly close link between air pollution and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). This discovery sheds new light on…

The immune system can sometimes attack brain cells. This can damage neurons and their connections Studies conducted under the Mnesys project are revolutionising our understanding of neurodegenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis.…

Scientific research has shown a direct link between night work and cardiovascular disease and cancer More and more people are forced to work night shifts, sacrificing their circadian rhythm for work needs. But what are the consequences of…

New Australian study: travelling could slow down ageing and improve our health A new Australian study has revealed an amazing secret: travel could be the key to slowing down aging and improving our health. The research, conducted by…

Researchers: At least 62 genes in both diseases increase risk of developing both A new study has revealed an even closer link between type 2 diabetes and periodontitis, the severe inflammation of the gums. Researchers have found that these…