Women with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome more likely to have Alzheimer’s and dementia

by rss feed | Oct 13, 2026 | News Feeds

Alzheimer's disease and dementia may be more common in women with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), formerly known as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), according to a review of existing evidence published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society. Read...

Targeting the RUNX1 gene helps reduce severe skin fibrosis

by rss feed | Oct 13, 2026 | News Feeds

Skin fibrosis includes hypertrophic scar (HTS), keloid scar (KS), and systemic sclerosis (SSc). These conditions share persistent fibroblast activation, excessive extracellular matrix (ECM) deposition, and progressive skin remodeling. Read Original...

Replacement chemical for harmful phthalates may restrict fetal growth

by rss feed | Oct 13, 2026 | News Feeds

A chemical used to make plastic more flexible, once introduced as a safer substitute for older additives now known to be harmful, may itself also be harmful, slowing babies' growth in the womb, a new study shows. Read Original...

Exercise boosts psychological wellbeing for menopausal women

by rss feed | Oct 13, 2026 | News Feeds

Engaging in physical activity during menopause can improve depression, mood and overall quality of life, a new study led by UCL researchers has found. Read Original...

Light-activated cotton fabric reduces harmful microorganisms in hospital rooms

by rss feed | Oct 13, 2026 | News Feeds

A team from the Alcoy campus of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), the Research Institute for Chemical Technology (ITQ, CSIC-UPV), the Research Institute for Mediterranean Agroforestry (IAM UPV) and the Joint Research Unit between the UPV and the Health...