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China calls HMPV 'winter occurrence', no cause for alarm, says India

Terming Human Metapneumovirus like any other respiratory virus that causes the common cold, and could cause flu-like symptoms, Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) official Dr Atul Goel asked people not to panic over the spread of the virus in China.

University of Alberta

University of Alberta studies Psilocybin’s long-term potential for treating severe mental disorders

Psychedelic drugs like psilocybin, LSD, and MDMA are revolutionizing mental health treatment by promoting neuroplasticity and enabling new nerve connections. They show promise in treating depression, PTSD, and addiction, with effects lasting weeks. However, experts urge caution due to potential risks like lingering hallucinations or misuse. Rigorous research and regulation are crucial for safely unlocking their therapeutic potential.

University of Leeds

University of Leeds drives breakthrough in Vaccine Production, cutting development time to one day

The MANGO device, developed with £2.16 million funding, revolutionizes vaccine production by automating the creation of virus-like particles (VLPs) using cell-free expression technology. It cuts production time from nine days to one, supporting the global 100 Days Mission to respond to pandemics rapidly. MANGO aims to improve vaccine access, reduce costs, and enhance global health equity.

Undiagnosed illness claims 8 lives in J&K’s Rajouri

A Biosafety level 3 mobile laboratory has been dispatched to the affected Badhaal village of the district to expedite testing and identify the mystery illness that has killed six children below the age of 14 since the past two weeks, officials said.

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania researchers uncover dietary boost for CAR T Cell Therapy

Researchers at Penn Medicine discovered that boosting levels of beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB), a molecule produced during a ketogenic diet, enhances the effectiveness of CAR T cell therapy—a revolutionary cancer treatment. Early studies in mice and humans suggest BHB fuels CAR T cells, improving cancer-fighting abilities. A clinical trial will test this cost-effective, low-toxicity approach in patients.

stanford university

Stanford University researcher finds that young people are at growing risk from extreme heat

A new study reveals that young people, particularly those under 35, are more vulnerable to heat-related deaths than previously thought. In Mexico, nearly three-quarters of heat-related fatalities occurred in this age group, especially children and young adults. As climate change intensifies, the risk to younger populations will increase, highlighting the need for targeted heat protection measures for all ages.

India gets its first diabetes biobank

The top-notch facility, aimed at advancing research on diabetes, has been set up jointly by the Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR) and the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF).