Neural Insights into Alzheimer’s Resistance
Researchers from the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience have discovered a rare phenomenon: some individuals' brains exhibit Alzheimer's pathology but remain cognitively healthy.
The Rising Incidence of Colorectal Cancer in Younger Adults
Despite advances in screening and treatment and associated improvement in survival rates, colorectal cancer (CRC) remains the third most common cancer diagnosis in both men and women in the United States.
Previously Defunct, New Insights Show iRhom2’s Role in ADAM17 Activation
Efficient cell communication is essential for the immune response, something made possible by the membrane-bound protease ADAM 17 that controls the release of signaling molecules. The ‘pseudoprotease’ iRhom2 has all the structural features of a protease from the rhomboid family, however it lacks the protease-defining ability to cleave proteins.
Recent Study Finds Microplastics in Human Blood
Microplastics are increasingly pervasive in the environment and have recently been found in human blood. This study from Leonard et al. examined the types, sizes, and shapes of microplastics found in the blood of 20 healthy volunteers.
Out of This World Research at Brock University: Post Mission Insights into Alterations of Soleus Muscle Function in Space-Flown Mice
Hear Dr. Val Fajardo, Jessica Braun, and Briana Hockey on their experience working on NASA's Rodent Research-20 (RR-20) mission at the Roskamp Institute, the data collected utilizing Aurora Scientific equipment, and future directions of the lab.
Secret Health Benefits of Being a Bat
How exactly are the Myotis bat genus able to host COVID-19, Ebola, and other infectious diseases, all while living into their early 30s? We describe particular infectious disease adaptations, inflammation suppression, and the longevity observed within this taxa.
A No-Brainer: Organoids for Neuroscience Research
Explore brain organoids: 3D models advancing our understanding of brain development and disorders, and shaping future treatments.
Pressure-Volume (PV) Loops: Overview and Applications
PV loops are widely used among cardiovascular researchers as well as countless other disciplines, but there seems to be a lack of educational resources about them. Here we dive into what PV loops are, when they are used, as well as some case studies and limitations.
Unlocking Heart Health: Revolutionizing Diastolic Function through Integrative Muscle Physiology at Wayne State University
Dr. Charles Chung is an Associate Professor of Physiology at Wayne State University. Using integrated physiology, analyzing data from the molecular level to the whole muscle, his laboratory aims to provide new directions and identify novel treatments for a variety of cardiac disorders. Learn more about his research group by watching the interview or summarized blog below.
Out of This World Research at Brock University: Space Flight’s Impact on Female Mice Reproductive Health
NASA's SpaceX CRS-29 launched on November 9th, a commercial resupply services mission to the International Space Station (ISS) that was also carrying scientific experiments and technology demonstrations. Included amongst these was the Rodent Research-20 (RR-20) payload, the contents of which will be studied by Brock University's Dr. Val Fajardo and his team using Aurora Scientific equipment upon its return.
The Sweet Truth: Unwrapping the Science of Semaglutide
Semaglutide, also known as Ozempic and Wegovy, has become increasingly popular -- but why? Here we discuss the mechanism behind these drugs, how they've become so well known, and what current research says about their long-term effects.
Merging Minds and Machines: Recent Integrations of Brain-Computer Interfaces
Discover the future of human cognition with our overview of recent developments in brain-computer interface technology. Read this blog to find out how brain-computer interfaces function, ways they can be utilized, and how a few individuals have personally advanced this burgeoning neuroscientific field.
Taurine: An Unexpected Anti-Aging Ally
A recent publication from Singh et al. demonstrate how taurine, an amino acid used widely throughout the body, can improve age-related health outcomes in mice, roundworms, non-human primates, and also highlight how this effect appears to be evolutionarily conserved in humans.
Talking Real Science with Michelle Wong
This episode of Share Science features Michelle Wong, a recipient of one of the $5000 Scientist.com STEM Research NIL Scholarships. In this interview, we discuss her current research, her experience growing up nearly blind, and how an experimental technology helped her regain her vision.
Tick Tock: The Growing Risk of Lyme Disease and Efforts to Develop a Vaccine
In this blog we discuss Lyme disease, including reasons for increased prevalence, causes and symptoms, and vaccine developments.
What Does Exercise Do for the Brain?
While the overall benefits of exercise have been well documented, what exactly does exercise do for the brain? In this blog, we review two very recent publications that arrived at somewhat conflicting answers to this question.
Conference Content: American Physiology Summit 2023
Learn about several innovators that are catering to the diverse needs of researchers across all areas of physiology in these interviews from the inaugural American Physiology Summit.
Video Interview – IonOptix MultiCell Sytem
Joe Soughayer, Business Development Manager at IonOptix, discusses the MultiCell System, an advanced, fully-automated solution for identification and quantification of hundreds of myocytes per hour.
Talking Real Science with Oliver Wearing
This episode of Share Science features Oliver Wearing, PhD, as he shares his personal passions and academic journey from reptilian physiology to evaluating cardiovascular function after spinal cord injury.
SPARC Data and Resource Center Aims to Accelerate Research with Open Science
Sue Tappan, PhD, discusses the importance of open science and the SPARC Data and Resource Center, sharing their current initiatives and goals, as well as future directions for the program.
Chronological Age vs Biological Age: Can Aging be Reversed?
What can biological age tell us about our health? Is it a fixed number, or can it be reduced? A recent study from Poganik et al. investigates the fluctuations in biological age in response to physiological stress.
IonOptix: Revolutionizing Cardiovascular Research through Customer-Driven Innovation
In a recent interview with IonOptix Business Development Manager, Joe Soughayer, he talks about their innovative approach, commitment to supporting researchers, and goals of becoming the gold standard in cardiovascular research instruments.
Video Interview – ALZET Osmotic Pumps
Clarisa Peer discusses ALZET Osmotic Pumps, the gold standard for controlled, automatic dosing of compounds in various research areas, including neuroscience, cancer research, cardiovascular, endocrinology, pharmacology research, and more.
How High-Impact Sports Affect Brain Health: Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a condition that arises from repeated head traumas, and can only be diagnosed after death. Learn more about the history behind this condition, current research, and potential ways to prevent CTE in this blog post, written by one of the Scientist.com STEM NIL Scholarship Winners.
Video Interview – Aurora Scientific’s 801C: Small Intact Muscle Apparatus
Chris Rand discusses Aurora Scientific's 801C: Small Intact Muscle Apparatus. The device can be used for measuring muscle contractility and for other applications in fields like muscle physiology and cardiovascular science research.
