UCLA scientists uncover the role of DGRs in structuring the infant gut microbiome

UCLA scientists uncover the role of DGRs in structuring the infant gut microbiome

[ad_1] Oct 10 2025 Everywhere you go, you carry a population of microbes in your gastrointestinal tract that outnumber the human cells making up your body. This microbiome has important connections to health in your gut, brain and immune system. Some resident bugs produce vitamins, antioxidants, nutrients and other helpful compounds. Even those whose direct…

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Digital tools and chatbots can expand genetic counseling for young cancer survivors

Digital tools and chatbots can expand genetic counseling for young cancer survivors

[ad_1] A groundbreaking new study from the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology aims to test whether digital tools and chatbot technology can help young adult cancer survivors get the genetic counseling they need to better understand future health risks to themselves and family members. Led by Alliance Study Chair Angela Bradbury, MD, Professor of Medicine…

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Specific microbial changes linked to poor growth in children

Specific microbial changes linked to poor growth in children

[ad_1] Malnutrition is responsible for more than half of all deaths in children under the age of five worldwide. Those who survive can still experience lifelong consequences like cognitive and developmental delays, impaired academic performance, economic instability, and negative maternal health outcomes. This enormous public health issue demands solutions. The latest studies point to gut…

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New technology embeds unique genetic identifiers in engineered cells

New technology embeds unique genetic identifiers in engineered cells

[ad_1] Genetically engineered cell lines used in biomedical research have long been prone to misidentification and unauthorized use, wasting billions of dollars each year and jeopardizing critical scientific discoveries. These problems not only undermine reproducibility of research results, but also put valuable intellectual property at risk. Now, researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas…

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