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Aspirin Cut Liver Fat in Patients With Liver Disease, Small Trial Finds

The most common chronic liver disease — metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) — is characterized by an increased buildup of fat in the liver due to factors such as obesity and Type 2 diabetes.
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Atlantic Currents Are Slowing Down

The slowing of a crucial ocean current system that plays a role in regulating Earth’s climate has been documented for the first time.
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Patient Who Spontaneously Cleared Hepatitis C Could Inspire Vaccine

By studying individuals who spontaneously clear hepatitis C infections, a team of researchers has identified viable vaccine targets for a disease that infects 70 million worldwide with case numbers increasing every year.
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The More Tree Species, the More Productive the Forest

The simplest measure of biodiversity – adding up all the species for a given area – is the best way to measure the productivity of a forest.
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Electrochemical Sensor Detects Dangerous Bacteria

Researchers have developed a novel sensor for the detection of bacteria. It is based on a chip with an innovative surface coating. This ensures that only very specific microorganisms adhere to the sensor – such as certain pathogens.
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Cholesterol-Fighting Statins May Help Fight Gum Disease, Study Finds

Could taking statins benefit your mouth in addition to your arteries? A new study suggests it might.
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Cancer Drug Shows Potential for Treating Tuberculosis

A cancer drug could also be used to treat tuberculosis, new research has found.
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Brain pH Changes Linked to Wide-Ranging Cognitive Issues

The International Brain pH Project Consortium unveils findings in a large-scale animal model study, indicating altered brain pH and lactate levels as a transdiagnostic endophenotype in neuropsychiatric disorders with cognitive impairment.
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Pregnancy Speeds Up Aging, Yet Postpartum Offers Surprising Reversal

New research has shown how pregnancy accelerates biological aging and how the postpartum period reverses this effect.
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DNA Study Demystifies Bengal Cat Ancestry

Bengal cats have only been around for less than a century. Researchers have revealed the genetic secrets behind their ancestry.
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