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Maternal #diabetes may predispose sons, but not daughters, to early #cardiovascular dysfunction, even without metabolic disease. Study in @cp-cellrepmed.bsky.social by @qiaolindeng.bsky.social and @zhaoallan.bsky.social highlights oxidative stress as a key driver🧪 news.ki.se/sons-of-moth...
November 12, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Maternal #diabetes may predispose sons, but not daughters, to early #cardiovascular dysfunction, even without metabolic disease. Study in @cp-cellrepmed.bsky.social by @qiaolindeng.bsky.social and @zhaoallan.bsky.social highlights oxidative stress as a key driver🧪 news.ki.se/sons-of-moth...
A new type of #MRI technique that detects subtle changes in the brain’s microstructure can identify early signs of hereditary frontotemporal #dementia, according to an international study led by KI researchers. The study is published in Molecular Psychiatry 🧪 news.ki.se/new-brain-im...
October 16, 2025 at 7:57 AM
A new type of #MRI technique that detects subtle changes in the brain’s microstructure can identify early signs of hereditary frontotemporal #dementia, according to an international study led by KI researchers. The study is published in Molecular Psychiatry 🧪 news.ki.se/new-brain-im...
A new KI study published in Nature Immunology shows that CD56bright #NKcells temporarily reside in our organs and then leave them via the lymphatic system. The results change our understanding of how the immune system works in human organs. #Immunology 🧪 news.ki.se/the-immune-s...
October 14, 2025 at 2:38 PM
A new KI study published in Nature Immunology shows that CD56bright #NKcells temporarily reside in our organs and then leave them via the lymphatic system. The results change our understanding of how the immune system works in human organs. #Immunology 🧪 news.ki.se/the-immune-s...
AI can increase access to #CervicalCancer screening in low-resource settings, but the technology requires investments throughout the entire healthcare chain to be effective. New study from KI, Uppsala University and @helsinki.fi published in @bmj.com today 🧪 #GlobalHealth news.ki.se/ai-can-impro...
October 10, 2025 at 9:55 AM
AI can increase access to #CervicalCancer screening in low-resource settings, but the technology requires investments throughout the entire healthcare chain to be effective. New study from KI, Uppsala University and @helsinki.fi published in @bmj.com today 🧪 #GlobalHealth news.ki.se/ai-can-impro...
Eating a healthy plant-based diet may lower the risk of #dementia in older people with cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, or stroke, and the quality of the plant-based diet could be crucial. This is according to a new KI study published in JACC: Advances 🧪 news.ki.se/plant-based-...
October 9, 2025 at 7:31 AM
Eating a healthy plant-based diet may lower the risk of #dementia in older people with cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, or stroke, and the quality of the plant-based diet could be crucial. This is according to a new KI study published in JACC: Advances 🧪 news.ki.se/plant-based-...
A study published in @pnas.org by Marie Wahren-Herlenius and colleagues at KI and @liu.se reveals that a gene associated with several rheumatic diseases affects how cells move, providing new insights into disease mechanisms and potential future therapies 🧪 #rheumatology news.ki.se/gene-linked-...
October 6, 2025 at 3:05 PM
A study published in @pnas.org by Marie Wahren-Herlenius and colleagues at KI and @liu.se reveals that a gene associated with several rheumatic diseases affects how cells move, providing new insights into disease mechanisms and potential future therapies 🧪 #rheumatology news.ki.se/gene-linked-...
The 2025 #NobelPrize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Shimon Sakaguchi for their groundbreaking discoveries concerning peripheral immune tolerance that prevents the immune system from harming the body 🧪 www.nobelprize.org/prizes/medic...
October 6, 2025 at 9:42 AM
The 2025 #NobelPrize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Shimon Sakaguchi for their groundbreaking discoveries concerning peripheral immune tolerance that prevents the immune system from harming the body 🧪 www.nobelprize.org/prizes/medic...
In a new study published in @natcomms.nature.com, researchers have investigated how the physical structure of fat tissue helps ovarian cancer cells invade the body, offering potential new treatment strategies 🧪
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September 30, 2025 at 8:58 AM
In a new study published in @natcomms.nature.com, researchers have investigated how the physical structure of fat tissue helps ovarian cancer cells invade the body, offering potential new treatment strategies 🧪
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A study in @ofidjournal.bsky.social demonstrates the feasibility of detecting Mycobacterium tuberculosis DNA in respiratory aerosols using the TB Hotspot detectOR (THOR) in primary care. This method could help identify infectious TB cases. #Tuberculosis 🧪
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September 26, 2025 at 1:55 PM
A study in @ofidjournal.bsky.social demonstrates the feasibility of detecting Mycobacterium tuberculosis DNA in respiratory aerosols using the TB Hotspot detectOR (THOR) in primary care. This method could help identify infectious TB cases. #Tuberculosis 🧪
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A new study published in @thelancet.bsky.social discusses the efficacy and controversies of anti-β amyloid monoclonal antibodies in treating #AlzheimersDisease. The findings highlight the potential and challenges of these treatments
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September 24, 2025 at 9:18 AM
A new study published in @thelancet.bsky.social discusses the efficacy and controversies of anti-β amyloid monoclonal antibodies in treating #AlzheimersDisease. The findings highlight the potential and challenges of these treatments
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A study in @jamanetworkopen.com shows that women with premenstrual disorders (PMDs), particularly PMDD, have significantly lower quality of life compared to those without PMDs. This highlights the need for better healthcare and social support for affected women. 🧪
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September 23, 2025 at 3:19 PM
A study in @jamanetworkopen.com shows that women with premenstrual disorders (PMDs), particularly PMDD, have significantly lower quality of life compared to those without PMDs. This highlights the need for better healthcare and social support for affected women. 🧪
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A study shows that cancer screening not only reduces the risk of dying from cancer – it also does not increase the risk of dying from other diseases. The results counter previous criticism of benefits and safety of screening.
Published in @jamainternalmed.com 🧪
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Published in @jamainternalmed.com 🧪
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August 26, 2025 at 9:43 AM
A study shows that cancer screening not only reduces the risk of dying from cancer – it also does not increase the risk of dying from other diseases. The results counter previous criticism of benefits and safety of screening.
Published in @jamainternalmed.com 🧪
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Published in @jamainternalmed.com 🧪
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Final call: Applications close September 2! KI is recruiting 20 Assistant Professors in a wide range of subject areas. We're looking for early-career researchers with strong scientific merits and future potential. All positions: ki.se/en/about-ki/...
August 18, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Final call: Applications close September 2! KI is recruiting 20 Assistant Professors in a wide range of subject areas. We're looking for early-career researchers with strong scientific merits and future potential. All positions: ki.se/en/about-ki/...
A new study in reveals three distinct genetic subtypes of follicular lymphoma, aiding in better diagnosis and personalized treatment. This could significantly improve patient outcomes. Published in @cp-cellrepmed.bsky.social 🧪
#Lymphoma #Genetics
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#Lymphoma #Genetics
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August 12, 2025 at 2:13 PM
A new study in reveals three distinct genetic subtypes of follicular lymphoma, aiding in better diagnosis and personalized treatment. This could significantly improve patient outcomes. Published in @cp-cellrepmed.bsky.social 🧪
#Lymphoma #Genetics
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A new study published in Modern Pathology reveals that the growth pattern of breast cancer tumors after neoadjuvant treatment can indicate the risk of recurrence. This insight is crucial for assessing patient prognosis 🧪
#BreastCancer #Oncology
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#BreastCancer #Oncology
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August 6, 2025 at 3:01 PM
A new study published in Modern Pathology reveals that the growth pattern of breast cancer tumors after neoadjuvant treatment can indicate the risk of recurrence. This insight is crucial for assessing patient prognosis 🧪
#BreastCancer #Oncology
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#BreastCancer #Oncology
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Researchers have discovered a previously unknown molecule that may explain why people with type 2 diabetes often suffer from muscle weakness and muscle loss – a condition that has a major impact on quality of life. Research by @annakrook.bsky.social et al 🧪
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July 10, 2025 at 7:44 AM
Researchers have discovered a previously unknown molecule that may explain why people with type 2 diabetes often suffer from muscle weakness and muscle loss – a condition that has a major impact on quality of life. Research by @annakrook.bsky.social et al 🧪
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A new study shows that artificial intelligence (AI) combined with portable digital microscopy improves the detection of intestinal worm infections, so-called soil-transmitted helminth (STH) in resource-limited settings. Published in Scientific Reports 🧪
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July 4, 2025 at 6:57 AM
A new study shows that artificial intelligence (AI) combined with portable digital microscopy improves the detection of intestinal worm infections, so-called soil-transmitted helminth (STH) in resource-limited settings. Published in Scientific Reports 🧪
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A new study has identified 18 potential drug targets for the treatment of multiple sclerosis, MS. The study may pave the way for new treatment strategies and drug development. Published in the journal @pnas.org 🧪
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July 2, 2025 at 8:25 AM
A new study has identified 18 potential drug targets for the treatment of multiple sclerosis, MS. The study may pave the way for new treatment strategies and drug development. Published in the journal @pnas.org 🧪
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There is a perception that drugs such as ibuprofen and SSRI can trigger microscopic colitis (MC). However, a new study suggests that this is not the case – meaning that patients with MC do not need to stop taking these medications. Published in @annalsofim.bsky.social 🧪
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July 1, 2025 at 7:43 AM
There is a perception that drugs such as ibuprofen and SSRI can trigger microscopic colitis (MC). However, a new study suggests that this is not the case – meaning that patients with MC do not need to stop taking these medications. Published in @annalsofim.bsky.social 🧪
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A study shows that both cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and an active online control treatment lead to significant improvements for people with stress-related disorders – but the effect varies depending on the diagnosis. Published in Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics 🧪
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June 27, 2025 at 2:46 PM
A study shows that both cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and an active online control treatment lead to significant improvements for people with stress-related disorders – but the effect varies depending on the diagnosis. Published in Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics 🧪
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Applications are now open! We are recruiting 20 Assistant Professors in a wide range of subject areas. We're looking for early-career researchers with strong scientific merits and future potential.
🔗 All positions: ki.se/en/about-ki/...
🔗 All positions: ki.se/en/about-ki/...
June 25, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Applications are now open! We are recruiting 20 Assistant Professors in a wide range of subject areas. We're looking for early-career researchers with strong scientific merits and future potential.
🔗 All positions: ki.se/en/about-ki/...
🔗 All positions: ki.se/en/about-ki/...
A new study shows that women who are affected by cervical cancer are not only at risk of mental health and financial difficulties themselves – their children and partners also appear to be negatively affected. Published in Journal of the National Cancer Institute 🧪
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June 11, 2025 at 1:14 PM
A new study shows that women who are affected by cervical cancer are not only at risk of mental health and financial difficulties themselves – their children and partners also appear to be negatively affected. Published in Journal of the National Cancer Institute 🧪
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A study by @pelechanolab.bsky.social reveals how cells adapt to nutrient scarcity by altering their genetic instructions. The discovery, published in @cp-molcell.bsky.social, sheds light on cellular stress responses and has potential therapeutic implications 🧪 #CellBiology news.ki.se/new-study-un...
May 16, 2025 at 7:02 AM
A study by @pelechanolab.bsky.social reveals how cells adapt to nutrient scarcity by altering their genetic instructions. The discovery, published in @cp-molcell.bsky.social, sheds light on cellular stress responses and has potential therapeutic implications 🧪 #CellBiology news.ki.se/new-study-un...
Researchers have identified a new mechanism where circular RNA plays a crucial role in wound healing, which could lead to new therapies to improve wound healing and reduce scarring. The study was published in Advanced Science 🧪
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April 29, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Researchers have identified a new mechanism where circular RNA plays a crucial role in wound healing, which could lead to new therapies to improve wound healing and reduce scarring. The study was published in Advanced Science 🧪
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A recent study found that phosphatidylethanol (PEth) levels can distinguish between different types of fatty liver disease and predict the risk of major liver outcomes. Published in @jhepatology.bsky.social by @liverepi.bsky.social et al 🧪#medsky
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April 14, 2025 at 1:10 PM
A recent study found that phosphatidylethanol (PEth) levels can distinguish between different types of fatty liver disease and predict the risk of major liver outcomes. Published in @jhepatology.bsky.social by @liverepi.bsky.social et al 🧪#medsky
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