Africa faces a major challenge in healthcare. Many people suffer from diseases that could be treated with advanced therapies. These therapies, like cellular and gene treatments, have the power to change lives. They can improve survival rates, enhance quality of life, and reduce side effects. So, why
The world of medical imaging is often dominated by complex and resource-heavy tools. These tools, while powerful, can be out of reach for many. This is particularly true in places where resources are scarce, such as low-income countries, rural clinics, and areas affected by conflict. The use of adva
Childhood struggles can leave a lasting mark on health. Scientists have been digging into how these early experiences mess with our bodies at the smallest levels. They are looking at genes, proteins, and how our cells talk to each other. This is not just about one thing. It is about how everything w
Researchers have been exploring how to create DNA-based tools that can operate under extreme conditions. Most DNA tools are designed to work in environments similar to those found in living cells. The goal is to create tools that can function in unusual conditions. One recent effort f
Cancer cells often break the usual rules of protein creation. They can start making proteins from places other than the typical starting point. This can lead to proteins with different beginnings, known as PANTs. These PANTs can come from both genes that promote cancer and those that usually suppres
In the world of medical research, there's a lot of buzz around something called mesenchymal-stromal-cell-derived extracellular vesicles. These tiny particles, known as MSC-EVs, are like messengers that help cells talk to each other. They've shown promise in treating various health issues, but there'
Liver cancer, specifically hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), is a serious and common health issue. It is the most frequent type of primary liver cancer. Traditional photon radiotherapy has been used to treat HCC, but it comes with significant risks. These risks include high exit doses of radiation and
Cells in our bodies have a gender identity, which is crucial for understanding health differences between males and females. This might sound surprising, but it's true. Every cell in our body, not just reproductive cells, carries sex chromosomes that influence how our organs develop and function. Th
Exercise has long been known to lower the chances of getting cancer and help with treatment. But how exactly does it work? One interesting idea is that exercise might help by sending out tiny messengers called extracellular vesicles. These vesicles are like little packages that cells use to talk
Fluorescence correlation spectroscopy (FCS) has been around for over 50 years. It is a key tool for looking at how molecules move and interact inside living cells. This technique helps scientists understand the complex dance of molecules in real-time. One of the stars of this show has been the enhan
