My Blue Dots – Page 166

Novel genomic screening tool enables precision reverse-engineering of genetic programming in cells

MyBlueDots5 months ago01 mins

Collaborative research led by investigators at Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Center defines a novel approach to understanding how certain proteins called transcription factors determine which genetic programs will drive cell growth and maturation. The study is published in the journal Science.

Outdoor time and multisport activities can help develop children’s motor competence

MyBlueDots5 months ago01 mins

A study conducted by the Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences at the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, followed the development of children’s motor skills over a three-year period, from early childhood education to school age. The study showed that independent outdoor time and multisport activities support the development of motor competence. Even 30 minutes of outdoor time after a day at childcare makes a difference.

Good diagnostic accuracy found in Swedish National Patient Register

MyBlueDots5 months ago01 mins

The Swedish National Patient Register (NPR) has long been a cornerstone for epidemiological research. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have published a new review examining the validity of the register and found that it is good for most diagnoses and very good for surgical procedures.

A smart wearable for ear-based high-precision health sensing

MyBlueDots5 months ago01 mins

Wearables such as smartwatches, fitness trackers, or data glasses have become an integral part of our everyday lives. They record health data, monitor your sleep, or calculate your calorie consumption.

Signs that precede sudden arrhythmic death syndrome in young people

MyBlueDots5 months ago01 mins

Recognizing and detecting the signs that commonly precede sudden arrhythmic death syndrome (SADS) may help to prevent premature deaths, according to research presented today at ESC Preventive Cardiology 2025, a scientific congress of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).

How the brain uses context boundaries to guide decision-making in both spatial and abstract environments

MyBlueDots5 months ago01 mins

The DAM-Decision and Memory group at Universitat Jaume I in Castelló, led by Raphael Kaplan and composed of researchers from Spain, Italy and the United States, has recently published the results of two studies that provide new insights into human brain behavior in everyday activities such as decision-making and social interaction.

Platform-predicted treatments improve outcomes for platinum-resistant ovarian cancer

MyBlueDots5 months ago01 mins

Results from a new Phase 3 trial published in the journal npj Precision Oncology found that a cancer stem cell test can accurately choose more effective treatments and lead to improved outcomes for patients with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer.

Alteplase increases frequency of functional independence after posterior circulation stroke

MyBlueDots5 months ago01 mins

For patients with mainly mild posterior circulation ischemic stroke who do not receive thrombectomy, alteplase administered at 4.5 to 24 hours after onset results in higher frequency of functional independence at 90 days compared with standard medical care, according to a study published in the April 3 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.

Planetary health diet and Mediterranean Diet associated with similar survival and sustainability benefits

MyBlueDots5 months ago01 mins

Two plant-based diets were associated with similar survival benefits and low environmental impact, according to research presented at European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Preventive Cardiology 2025.

Almost one in two Aussie teens have a chronic disease or developmental condition, says study

MyBlueDots5 months ago01 mins

New research published today shows that almost half (45.6%) of Australian teens are living with chronic diseases or developmental conditions like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or autism (ASD). The study has linked the conditions to unhealthy lifestyles, diets and poor mental health, prompting calls for further research and government action.

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Researchers identify new method to protect against sepsis

Mental health effects of exposure to firearm violence persist long after direct exposure, global review indicates

Mediterranean diet may reduce gum disease

‘Preventable deaths will continue’ without action to make NHS more accessible for autistic people, say experts

Novel genomic screening tool enables precision reverse-engineering of genetic programming in cells

Outdoor time and multisport activities can help develop children’s motor competence

Good diagnostic accuracy found in Swedish National Patient Register

A smart wearable for ear-based high-precision health sensing

Signs that precede sudden arrhythmic death syndrome in young people

How the brain uses context boundaries to guide decision-making in both spatial and abstract environments

Platform-predicted treatments improve outcomes for platinum-resistant ovarian cancer

Alteplase increases frequency of functional independence after posterior circulation stroke

Planetary health diet and Mediterranean Diet associated with similar survival and sustainability benefits

Almost one in two Aussie teens have a chronic disease or developmental condition, says study

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