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ODAKA, Japan (AP) — 15 years later 2011 nuclear disastera color-coded radiation map is posted on the wall of Futabaya Ryokan, a family-run inn run by Tomoko Kobayashi in her almost remote hometown in northeastern Fukushima. Kobayashi conducted her own radiation study before reopening the inn in 2016. Now, Kobayashi and other monitors are sharing radiation data as part of an effort to rebuild this once-bustling textile town.As Kobayashi passes by the kindergarten he attended as a child on his way to the Radiation Monitoring Institute, he talks about the town before the earthquake. Since the nuclear accident, there have…
New research published in nature communications revealed that more than 200 metabolic enzymes exist directly on human DNA. Many of these enzymes are commonly known to generate energy in mitochondria, but researchers have discovered that they reside on chromatin within the cell nucleus. This study shows that different cell types, tissues, and cancers each exhibit their own unique arrangement of metabolic enzymes within the nucleus. These enzymes interact with DNA in a pattern the researchers describe as a “nuclear metabolic fingerprint,” providing the first evidence that human cells may retain such a unique nuclear signature. Scientists still need to elucidate…
Areas frequently hit by severe storms also could face a more extreme hail threat, such as the Midwest, which was hit by powerful thunderstorms and deadly tornadoes last weekend. A new study published Monday in Atmospheric Science Letters is the first to link anthropogenic warming to hail size in a single thunderstorm. The study examined the May 3 storm that dumped hailstones ranging in size from marbles to golf balls across Paris and other parts of France, destroying or damaging property worth more than $350 million. The researchers compared real-time data from May 3 to similar weather patterns from previous…
Malignant gliomas have the highest mortality rate of all brain tumors, treatment options are limited, and survival rates are low. A new comprehensive review analyzes decades of global clinical data on the targeted radiation approach boron neutron capture therapy (BNCT). This study found a consistent survival benefit across multiple tumor types and treatment settings. By synthesizing evidence from accelerator- and reactor-based studies around the world, this study highlights the new clinical potential of BNCT and outlines key challenges for broader adoption. Malignant gliomas, including glioblastoma, are among the most aggressive and deadly brain tumors. Even with surgery, radiation therapy, and…
A large cross-sectional study of Japanese adults with type 2 diabetes found that alcohol consumption can affect dietary patterns and micronutrient intake differently by age and gender groups, with young men showing the most pronounced nutritional deficiencies. Association between alcoholic beverage consumption and micronutrient intake in type 2 diabetes outpatients: A cross-sectional analysis by gender and age (JDDM#). Image credit: Halfpoint / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal Clinical Nutrition ESPENresearchers investigated the association between alcohol intake and micronutrient intake in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Alcohol intake can affect diet quality. Increased alcohol consumption is…
New analysis from Canadian research on youth behavior It suggests that teenagers and young adults who take nutritional supplements before training, including products like Bang!, Jack3D, and C4, are far more likely to get significantly less sleep. Researchers looked at data from multiple participants between the ages of 16 and 30. The results showed that people who reported using pre-workout supplements within the past year were more than twice as likely to report sleeping five hours or less per night compared to those who did not use these supplements. For this age group, experts generally recommend about eight hours of…
The FDA is doubling down on its goal of increasing the availability of biosimilar drugs in the United States with new draft guidance proposing further changes to streamline the development of cheaper biologics. The newly proposed guidance (PDF) focuses on clinical pharmacokinetic (PK) studies. This is a core aspect of biosimilar drug testing, serving as a critical comparative study to weigh a proposed biosimilar against the approved product it refers to. In its draft guidance, the FDA offers recommendations to streamline unnecessary PK testing when “scientifically justified,” which could save biosimilar drug manufacturers up to 50% of PK testing costs,…
Plasticizer is a general term for all chemicals that are added to materials (usually plastics or rubbers) to make them softer and more flexible. They are found in countless everyday items, including plastic shower curtains, shrink wrap, PVC raincoats, household flexible tubing and wire insulation. Plasticizers, also known as phthalates, are also found in cosmetics such as nail polish, lotions, and shampoos. Here they act as stabilizers and maintain consistency. It also helps make products like lotions more water-resistant and last longer. The use of certain plasticizers is prohibited or severely restricted in countries such as the EU, US, Canada,…
Eli Lilly defended its CEO David Rix’s $36.7 million compensation shortly before filing a proxy statement with the SEC. Since Ricks took over in 2017, Lilly has “experienced approximately 207% revenue growth” and “five-year total shareholder return of 571%,” the company wrote, touting his accomplishments. The Indianapolis drugmaker could have further accelerated its massive rise in market capitalization. It grew from $82 billion when Ricks took over to more than $1 trillion last year, when Lilly became the first company in the biopharmaceutical industry to achieve this milestone. Specifically, for 2025, Lilly’s 45% revenue growth rate was three times that…
A recent experiment has revealed that an artificial intelligence program may offer men suffering from chronic romantic isolation a practical way to practice social skills and reduce emotional strain. Over a three-month period, participants who completed a guided dating simulation reported significantly reduced feelings of loneliness and decreased general psychological and sexual distress. These results are Sexual behavior archivessuggests that digital companions may serve as an accessible stepping stone for people who are intimidated by traditional treatments. Public health experts are tracking a surge in chronic loneliness and severe social disconnection around the world. A growing segment of the population…