June 16, 2025

AI tool analyzes blood DNA fragments for faster, affordable cancer monitoring

by Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore edited by Lisa Lock, reviewed by Robert Egan   Overview of Fragle. Credit: Nature Biomedical Engineering (2025). DOI: 10.1038/s41551-025-01370-3 Scientists from the A*STAR Genome Institute of Singapore (A*STAR GIS) have developed a new artificial intelligence (AI)-based method called “Fragle” that makes tracking cancer easier and faster using blood tests. Requiring only […]

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One of a kind: Humans have unique breathing ‘fingerprints’ that may signal health status

by Cell Press edited by Sadie Harley, reviewed by Robert Egan   Tubes beneath the nose measured airflow from each nostril, revealing each person’s unique breathing fingerprint. Credit: Soroka et al., Current Biology A study published in Current Biology demonstrates that scientists can identify individuals based solely on their breathing patterns with 96.8% accuracy. These nasal respiratory “fingerprints” also offer insights into physical

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From Antibiotics to Calcium: 8 Magnesium Interactions to Be Aware Of

Written by Emilie White, PharmD | Reviewed by Rachel Feaster, PharmD, BCOP, BCPS Published on December 16, 2024 Key takeaways: Magnesium is a common over-the-counter (OTC) supplement. It’s also an ingredient in some OTC antacids and laxatives. Magnesium is a natural mineral, but it can still interact with other medications and supplements. Magnesium can lower the absorption of

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Muscle ‘control center’ discovery could help elderly with better muscle healing

by Aarhus University, edited by Gaby Clark, reviewed by Robert Egan  Editors’ notes Cellular deconvolution and spatiotemporal associations in regeneration. Credit: Nature Communications (2025). DOI: 10.1038/s41467-025-60627-2 When a hurricane hits a house, you must first remove the damaged parts before reconstruction can begin. The same applies to our muscles after injuries, and now researchers from Aarhus University and Steno Diabetes

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