February 13, 2026

Researchers identify promising Alzheimer’s disease drug target

February 13, 2026 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / alzheimer

by Indiana University edited by Stephanie Baum, reviewed by Robert Egan Editors’ notes The GIST Add as preferred source Hande Karahan and a team of researchers are investigating how targeting an enzyme in the brain’s neurons might reduce amyloid plaques and improve lipid metabolism in Alzheimer’s disease. Credit: Tim Yates, IU School of Medicine Indiana University School of […]

Researchers identify promising Alzheimer’s disease drug target Read More »

New characteristics of aggressive prostate cancer identified

February 13, 2026 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / prostate cancer

by Norwegian University of Science and Technology edited by Gaby Clark, reviewed by Robert Egan Editors’ notes The GIST Add as preferred source This is what a frozen section of the prostate looks like. The researchers drilled small holes to extract tissue samples from areas where the gland contained cancer. It is precisely these tissue samples that were

New characteristics of aggressive prostate cancer identified Read More »

Understanding the difference between apathy and depression can be lifesaving for people with brain disorders

February 13, 2026 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / brain disorder

by Aderonke Agboji, Fiona MacDonald, The Conversation edited by Christopher Packham, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Editors’ notes The GIST Add as preferred source Credit: Tayla Walsh from Pexels People with brain disorders, including Parkinson’s disease and dementia, are often misdiagnosed as having depression, when in fact what they’re experiencing is apathy. This can delay an accurate diagnosis, which

Understanding the difference between apathy and depression can be lifesaving for people with brain disorders Read More »

Scientists discover new gatekeeper cell in the brain

February 13, 2026 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / cell

by VIB (the Flanders Institute for Biotechnology) edited by Sadie Harley, reviewed by Robert Egan Editors’ notes The GIST Add as preferred source ChP base fibroblasts are present from early developmental stages and are derived from the meningeal mesenchyme. Credit: Nature Neuroscience (2026). DOI: 10.1038/s41593-025-02188-7 VIB and Ghent University researchers have identified and characterized a previously unknown cellular barrier in

Scientists discover new gatekeeper cell in the brain Read More »

Researchers develop metastasis prevention therapy based on glycan targeting

February 13, 2026 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / metastasis

by Hong Kong University of Science and Technology edited by Lisa Lock, reviewed by Robert Egan Editors’ notes The GIST Add as preferred source Credit: Hong Kong University of Science and Technology A research team led by Prof. Kenward Vong, Assistant Professor from the Department of Chemistry at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has

Researchers develop metastasis prevention therapy based on glycan targeting Read More »

Pancreatic cancer: Warning signs to heed

February 13, 2026 / Patient education / InnovateMed Author / pancreatic cancer

by Dpa edited by Sadie Harley, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Editors’ notes The GIST Add as preferred source Axial CT image with i.v. contrast. Macrocystic adenocarcinoma of the pancreatic head. Credit: public domain Your pancreas has important jobs to do. A large gland behind the lower part of the stomach, it produces hormones that regulate blood sugar

Pancreatic cancer: Warning signs to heed Read More »

Mitochondrial RNA may contribute to improved wound healing in diabetes

February 13, 2026 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / diabetes

by Karin Broms, Karolinska Institutet edited by Lisa Lock, reviewed by Robert Egan Editors’ notes The GIST Add as preferred source Schematic of antioxidant defense and ROS homeostasis. Credit: Advanced Science (2026). DOI: 10.1002/advs.202517141 Diabetic foot ulcers are slow-healing and increase the risk of infections and amputation. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have identified a circular RNA in mitochondria, circMTRNR2, that

Mitochondrial RNA may contribute to improved wound healing in diabetes Read More »

World-first toolkit puts autistic lens on suicide prevention

February 13, 2026 / Clinical Practice / InnovateMed Author / suicide

by La Trobe University edited by Sadie Harley, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Editors’ notes The GIST Add as preferred source Credit: CC0 Public Domain Researchers from La Trobe University have launched a world-leading toolkit for health care professionals to better identify and support Autistic adults at risk of suicide. One in three Autistic people experience suicidal thoughts, and

World-first toolkit puts autistic lens on suicide prevention Read More »

Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won’t be clear for months

February 13, 2026 / Clinical Practice / InnovateMed Author / Obamacare

by Julie Appleby edited by Sadie Harley, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Editors’ notes The GIST Add as preferred source Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain More Americans than expected enrolled in Affordable Care Act health insurance plans for this year, after premium subsidies were dramatically cut—but it remains to be seen whether they’ll keep the coverage as their costs

Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won’t be clear for months Read More »

Light-based sensor detects early molecular signs of cancer in the blood

February 13, 2026 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / signs of cancer

by Optica edited by Sadie Harley, reviewed by Robert Egan Editors’ notes The GIST Add as preferred source Researchers developed a highly sensitive light-based sensor that can detect low concentrations of cancer biomarkers in the blood. When the biomarker is detected, the Cas12a protein used for CRISPR cuts the DNA holding the quantum dots, which causes a measurable

Light-based sensor detects early molecular signs of cancer in the blood Read More »