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The COVID-19 Pandemic – News and Features

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“Molecular Mimics” May Be Behind COVID-19-Induced Autoimmune Disease

With advanced data analysis and machine learning, scientists have identified a set of COVID-19-derived molecular mimics that are most likely to be involved in triggering autoimmunity.
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mRNA-Based COVID-19 Vaccines Alter the Immune Systems “Long-Term Memory”

Researchers at the University of Cologne have discovered that mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines have a persistent effect on the innate immune system. These mechanisms may help the human body to better protect itself against potential future infections.
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Drastic Decrease in Heart Rate Variability Observed After COVID-19 Infection

In a study of 130 volunteers conducted at the Federal University of São Carlos, a drastic decrease in heart rate variability, i.e. the heart’s ability to adapt to environmental and physiological demands, was observed up to six weeks after infection.
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Revolutionizing Proteomics: How Labs Can Transform Protein Characterization Workflows

This article explores how automation is transforming proteomics by streamlining proteoform analysis, boosting throughput and reducing errors.
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DNA-Loaded Nanoparticles Could Bring Gene Therapy to Chronic Diseases

A breakthrough in safely delivering therapeutic DNA to cells using lipid nanoparticles could transform treatment for millions suffering from common chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
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Just One Chili con Carne Dish A Month Could Lower Risk of Gestational Diabetes

When consumed in chili during pregnancy, beans may help lower one’s risk for gestational diabetes, according to new research.
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Antibody-Based Therapy Shows Promise Against Lethal Fungal Infection

Early tests suggest that an antibody-based therapy is safe, with no harmful effects on healthy cells, suggesting that it could be a promising treatment to help fight mucormycosis in people with weakened immune systems.
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Smartwatch Data Reveals Early Long COVID Signs

According to a CSH study, people who later experienced persistent shortness of breath or fatigue after a COVID-19 infection were already taking significantly fewer steps per day and had a higher resting heart rate before contracting the virus.
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Why Endometriosis Takes So Long To Diagnose and Treat

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women, yet diagnosis takes nearly a decade, leading to prolonged pain, infertility and organ damage. Improved awareness, research and reduced wait times are crucial for earlier detection and better patient outcomes.
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Single-Cell Aging "Clock" Shows How Immune Cells Age

An AI-based computer model makes aging visible at the cellular level for the first time. Researchers have applied it to immune cells, showing how immune cells age and how this is influenced by vaccines and infections.
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