A new study published in Cell Reports found that a transcription factor called Slug serves as ‘command central’ for determining breast stem cell health, regulating both stem cell activity and repair of DNA damage.
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How and Why Resistance Training Is Imperative for Older Adults
For many older adults, resistance training may not be part of their daily routine, but a new position statement suggests it is vital to improving their health and longevity.
Hydration Sensor Could Improve Dialysis
For patients with kidney failure who need dialysis, removing fluid at the correct rate and stopping at the right time is critical.
Researchers Create Model to Predict Risk of Low Blood Sugar in People with Diabetes
A new study identifies the risk factors that could help healthcare providers recognize patients being treated for diabetes who are most likely to have low blood sugar.
Bacteria Enhance Coral Resilience
Coral reefs are delicate ecosystems that are particularly sensitive to human influences such as climate change and environmental pollution.
Organic Carbon Hides in Sediments, Keeping Oxygen in Atmosphere
A new study from researchers at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) and Harvard University may help settle a long-standing question—how small amounts of organic carbon become locked away in rock and sediments, preventing it from decomposing.