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Algae4IBD: A holistic approach to IBD treatment

The Algae4IBD project is exploring the untapped potential of algae and cyanobacteria to manage inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). In this exclusive Q&A, Dr. Dorit Avni, Research Group Leader explains how the team are creating innovative functional foods, aiming to improve quality of life and prolong remission for patients worldwide.
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Resilience as a metric: Why midlife interventions matter more than ever

Dr Rebecca Crews and Heather Makar from Renue By Science advocate for changing health policy to prioritize proactive resilience maintenance over reactive disease treatment, especially during midlife. They emphasize the benefits of NAD+ biology as a measurable intervention framework.
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Fueling bone regeneration by rewriting immune metabolism

Chima V. Maduka, DVM, MS, PhD, and Christopher H. Contag, PhD, provide insights on tuning immunometabolism to resolve inflammation and promote repair at the bone–biomaterial interface.
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Co-occurring disorders and the need for a research network

The treatment of patients with pain and co-occurring disorders presents a significant knowledge gap that necessitates a strong infrastructure for conducting representative clinical trials. Norm Buckley from the Michael G. DeGroote Institute for Pain Research & Care explains.
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Removing systemic barriers to register overseas trained doctors in New Zealand while preventing their...

Dr Charles Mpofu and Dr Dianne Wepa discuss removing systemic barriers for overseas-trained doctors registering in New Zealand while also addressing mental health challenges.
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Vitamin a toxicity: “Too much of a good thing”

Fredric Gorin, Sarah Torres, and Pamela J. Lein discuss the implications of vitamin A supplementation during a recent measles outbreak in the US. They explain that a common misconception – that vitamin A supplementation can prevent the transmission of measles among unvaccinated individuals – can result in vitamin A toxicity.
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Advancing value-based healthcare (VBHC) through collaborative innovation

The UK NHS’s are all seeking sustainable, outcomes-driven care, adopting VBHC with its focus on better patients outcomes relative to cost: an approach underpinning the recent 10 year plan for England. A joint project between an International Biopharmaceutical Company and Swansea University explored effective collaboration for successful VBHC implementation.
Table 1. Fourteen types of scientific evidence confirming sensitivity to EMFs.

Confirming Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity (EHS)

Michael Bevington of Electrosensitivity UK advocates for recognising the health and environmental impacts of human-made electromagnetic fields (EMFs), citing both historical and legal acknowledgement as well as scientific research linking EMFs to various symptoms.

The prepared code: A values-driven approach to pandemic preparedness

Corinna Pannofino, Research Communications Manager at Trilateral Research, introduces a new framework for ethical research that was launched to prepare for the next pandemic, restoring public trust and ensuring scientific integrity.
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The next chapter in regenerative medicine for osteoarthritis: From real-world evidence to regulatory shifts

Osteoarthritis (OA) remains one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, yet the therapeutic landscape is evolving faster than ever.
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Revolutionising global vaccine access: The case for Stablepharma’s fridge-free vaccine technology

Stablepharma is focused on improving global vaccine access with its leading candidate, SPVX02. Here, they discuss the challenges of vaccine development and distribution, and highlight how their platform could transform accessibility through fridge-free vaccines.
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Deconstructing misconceptions: The relevance of androgens for human health

Alexandra Cara and Carol F. Elias from the University of Michigan Medical School provide insights into the critical role of androgens in human health, including their vital roles throughout various life stages.
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Prioritizing skeletal muscle health for successful aging

Kevin A. Murach, Ph.D. at the University of Arkansas, talks us through prioritizing skeletal muscle health for successful aging, beginning with a primer on skeletal muscle aging.
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Compassion starts within: Mental health and wellbeing for healthcare professionals

With burnout being common among healthcare professionals, Dr Dianne Wepa and Tanya Levin discuss practical strategies for supporting the mental health of healthcare workers.
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The NAD+ stack, optimized: A multi-target strategy to support healthy aging

Research has identified key mechanisms driving aging and actionable targets for promoting longevity. A promising strategy is to preserve the cell’s ability to produce energy, repair DNA, and stress resilience, with nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) playing a central role. Here, Dr. Rebecca Crews presents a multi-target approach to support healthy aging.
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Addressing the environmental impact of healthcare is a vital step to combat the climate...

Daniel G. Rainham and Sean D. Christie from Dalhousie University and Nova Scotia Health discuss the key areas where efforts should be directed to reduce the environmental impact of healthcare.
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Asbestos: Early immune responses

Ujjwal Adhikari, Kinta Serve, and Jean Pfau explain how asbestos exposure negatively affects the body’s immune response and repair mechanisms, particularly through macrophage dysfunction. They emphasize that gaining a better understanding of cellular responses to inhaled particles could help researchers discover new therapeutic strategies for addressing environmentally induced conditions.
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Diagnosing electromagnetic hypersensitivity (EHS)

Michael Bevington, the Chair of Trustees at Electrosensitivity UK, outlines the various symptoms and diagnostic methodologies related to Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity (EHS), a condition first diagnosed in 1871.
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Coaches help to reduce heart failure re-admissions

Professor James Calvin from Western University’s Department of Medicine presents his important research comparing two innovative methods for supporting patients in managing heart failure.
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The microbiome in early life: Setting the stage for optimal early life health in...

Researchers at the University of South Florida Microbiomes Institute are exploring exciting new areas in microbiome research; here, they discuss the essential role that the microbiome plays in early life health.

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