Researchers from the Centre for Medical Radiation Physics at the University of Wollongong in Australia have made a significant breakthrough in brain cancer treatment by combining microbeam radiation therapy (MRT) with targeted radiosensitizers. This innovative approach has shown promising results in killing cancer cells while sparing healthy tissues. The study, published in Cancers, demonstrates the…
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Thirteen biotech companies are working on new treatments for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a progressive neurodegenerative disease with no cure. Recent advancements include the approval of tofersen, a personalized treatment for ALS, and the development of new therapies targeting various aspects of the disease. Companies like Alchemab Therapeutics, Annexon Biosciences, and Ionis Pharmaceuticals are leveraging…
Researchers have discovered the remains of an ancient glacier in the Canadian Arctic, which could be over a million years old. The glacier’s icy layers contain trapped gases, compounds, and particulates that can provide valuable information about the atmospheres and climates of bygone millennia. This rare find could offer insights into the climate of the…
Physicists have made a groundbreaking discovery that could revolutionize our understanding of the universe. Researchers have found that permanent distortions in spacetime caused by the passage of gravitational waves, known as “gravitational memory,” could be detectable from Earth. This phenomenon is predicted to occur most prominently when the core of a supernova collapses, providing a…
The biotech industry is witnessing a significant surge in podcasts, with numerous platforms offering insights into the latest trends, technologies, and innovations. This trend is expected to continue, with more industry experts and professionals sharing their knowledge and experiences through these engaging formats. As a result, the biotech industry is likely to see a significant…
Google has begun requiring users to enable JavaScript to use Google Search, citing the need to better protect its services and users from malicious activity and improve the overall search experience. This move may impact accessibility tools and third-party tools that rely on JavaScript. The decision may also be aimed at inhibiting tools that give…
Astronomers have made a groundbreaking discovery by directly observing the interior of an exoplanet, K2 22b, using the James Webb Space Telescope. The planet, located 800 light-years away, is spilling its guts into space, providing a unique opportunity to study its chemical composition. Initial observations suggest that the planet’s mantle may be composed of nitric…
Physicists at CERN’s ALICE Collaboration have made a groundbreaking discovery, finding the first evidence for antihyperhelium-4, a heavier version of antihelium-4. This antimatter hypernucleus contains two antiprotons, an antineutron, and an antilambda baryon. The detection was made by analyzing data from lead nuclei collisions at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) in Switzerland. This finding helps…
Mathematicians have revisited an ancient puzzle known as the “kissing problem,” which was first contemplated by Isaac Newton and astronomer David Gregory in 1694. The problem involves arranging identical spheres around a central sphere without overlapping. After centuries of research, mathematicians have finally proven that the maximum number of spheres that can be arranged in…
A groundbreaking study has revealed the existence of ‘lipocartilage’ cells, also known as ‘bubble wrap’ cells, which provide extra cushioning and structural support to various body parts. These cells have been found in many mammals, including humans, and have been grown from human stem cells. The discovery of these cells is expected to have significant…
