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Women and heat stress: A silent risk in the climate-exposed workforce
As global temperatures rise, sex-specific vulnerabilities to extreme heat are emerging as a critical blind spot in occupational health policy. Luana Main and Lilia Convit explain.
Preventing Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity (EHS)
Michael Bevington discusses strategies for recognising and reducing the impact of manufactured electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and radiation, focusing on EHS triggers, risk reduction, and long-term non-thermal guidelines.
Developmental biology: A self-propagating wave builds skull bones
Interdisciplinary approaches in developmental biology have revealed how cells build the embryonic bones of the skull vault. Spatial and temporal dynamics are coordinated by cells as they build the extracellular environment, Jacqueline Tabler explains.
The legacy of bias: Building the foundation for sex and gender-based medicine
Alyson J. McGregor, Associate Dean at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, highlights the historical bias present in medical research; the exclusion of which has created a significant knowledge gap that impacts the diagnosis and treatment of various health conditions.
Smarter decisions, better outcomes: How a new molecular test improves patient care
Oliver Bathe, Professor of Surgery and Oncology at the University of Calgary and CEO of Qualisure Diagnostics, examines how a new molecular test can lead to smarter decisions and better patient care outcomes in his third article.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
