Medicine

2025.03.26

Escape from reactive oxygen species cause of cancer metastasis: Hopes for development of inhibitor

2025.03.25

Periodontitis-induced inflammation accelerates aging — Negative effects on organs, including muscle weakness

2025.03.25

A gel preparation containing tea catechins as a safe therapeutic agent for stomatitis developed by researchers at Tokyo University of Science

2025.03.25

Researchers at the University of Fukui, Kagoshima University find cognitive behavioral therapy effective in alleviating ADHD symptoms

2025.03.24

Integration of micro-LEDs and neural electrodes: Toyohashi University of Technology and Tohoku University develop a system — Recording deep neural activity in living tissue with high spatial-temporal resolution

2025.03.19

Mathematical modelling at the junction of math, medicine, and life science: An interview with Professor Sungrim Seirin-Lee of Kyoto University

2025.03.19

Using vocalization to increase success rate in ball games — Shizuoka University reveals how the brain differentiates multiple types of ball

2025.03.18

Where does our sense of ownership come from? Kansai University led group reveals formation via agency over things

2025.03.17

New molecular mechanism involved in cellular senescence discovered: Expectations for rejuvenation through gene expression control

2025.03.14

Wakayama Medical University clarifies that increased regulatory T cells suppress liver inflammation: A clue for MASH treatment

2025.03.10

Tokai University reveals causative gene in autism spectrum disorder functions in immune cells in the brain

2025.03.05

Degree of housing damage not a factor in mortality risk following Great East Japan Earthquake: Follow-up survey of 60,000 people by Tohoku University

2025.03.04

Drug discovery venture "Renascience" to be established in Tohoku University for accelerating longevity research: Comments from Sho Kato, Head of TREx

2025.03.03

Starting leisure activities reduces risk of death and need for nursing care ― Institute of Science Tokyo analyzes data on older adults

2025.02.28

Addition of a liquid glue component to the enantiomer of a radiotherapy agent provides near-complete eradication of cancer in mice: The University of Tokyo and other institutions

2025.02.27

Kindai University finds transarterial chemoembolization combined with two drugs leads to improved therapeutic efficacy against hepatocellular carcinoma

2025.02.27

Osaka University clarifies that well-fitting dentures lower mortality risks

2025.02.26

The University of Yamanashi succeeds in extraction of abnormal chromosomes from fertilized mouse eggs

2025.02.25

Proposing a "new perspective on dementia" aimed at social inclusion: The government's first basic plan to address the projected increase in the number of patients

2025.02.25

RIKEN discovers that social metacognition and cognition are processed in different areas of the brain

2025.02.25

Group from the University of Tokyo develops method for visualizing the gallbladder and bile duct with a food dye

2025.02.19

OMU uses discarded sperm and eggs to establish feline embryonic stem cells: Maintained undifferentiated states over time and can differentiate into the three germ layers

2025.02.19

Hiroshima University develops a new method for improving the accuracy of medical artificial intelligence

2025.02.17

Nagoya University clarifies regenerative potential of stem cells is regulated by blood flow: Hairpin-like structure is the key

2025.02.14

A cause of microcephaly, mutations in the human KIF23 gene, elucidated by Tohoku University

2025.02.14

Development of new method of BNCT cancer treatment through addition of liquid glue component to compounds

2025.02.12

NCC and Keio University develop a mouse model of natural killer cell lymphoma — Expectations for improved therapeutic efficacy against intractable disease

2025.02.10

Institute of Science Tokyo clarifies the mechanism of cell death induced by disruption of nucleophagy

2025.02.07

Discovery of a selenium transport protein that regulates ferroptosis sensitivity — Involved in cancer and Alzheimer's disease

2025.02.06

Polymer-based neural ion probe developed by Tohoku University — Simultaneous in vivo measurement of multiple ion concentrations

2025.02.06

QST discovers that brain activity increased by ultrasound stimulation - Identification of essential brain sensor

2025.02.05

University of Tsukuba elucidates neural mechanism of cardiovascular responses: Expectations for disease prevention

2025.02.05

Discovery of RNA molecule involved in oral cancer progression - Hopes for development of treatments at Sapporo Medical University

2025.02.05

Assembling organs from individual parts: Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology achieves success in developing kidneys for transplantation

2025.02.04

Wakayama Medical University finds high lactic acid tumor environment suppresses the immune system via histone acetylation

2025.02.04

Japan's first portable medical thermography system announced by Nippon Avionics

2025.02.04

Gene polymorphisms associated with allergic sensitization revealed by the University of Tsukuba and the Jikei University School of Medicine

2025.02.03

Osaka University uses BMP2 mixed with nanoclay gels for high-quality bone regeneration

2025.01.31

Kyushu University succeeds at direct activation of human immune cells via adjuvant production from crab shells

2025.01.29

Okayama University discovers gum chewing is effective after esophageal cancer surgery for prevention of aspiration and fever

2025.01.28

Osaka University find that exacerbation of autoimmune neurological diseases suppressed by regulatory T cells

2025.01.24

Iwate University discovers that weakened odor in cat urine is a sign of renal disease

2025.01.23

Regular sleep habits in early childhood influence social development and brain function — Osaka University elucidates through eye tracking and electroencephalography

2025.01.23

Discovery of obesity preventing liver-derived protein by Kumamoto University provides expectation for treatment of diabetes through activation of brown adipose

2025.01.23

The University of Tokyo finds that mammalian sleep−wake cycles are regulated by phosphorylation and dephosphorylation enzymes

2025.01.22

Niigata University develops novel therapeutic agents for fatal drug-induced severe skin reaction

2025.01.21

Science Tokyo develops noninvasive early cancer diagnostic method: Analysis of microRNAs in exosomes

2025.01.21

Suppression of cancer metastasis using microcurrent stimulation — Kyushu University aims to put device into practical use

2025.01.17

"Integrated Cancer Clinical Database" of the Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research — Three institutions participate in research and development and start social implementation.

2025.01.14

Osaka Metropolitan University finds that Shiitake mushroom extract suppresses the progression of liver fibrosis

2025.01.07

Science Tokyo finds exposure to extreme heat increases the risk for Kawasaki disease in children

2024.12.24

Nagoya University begins clinical research on "vibrotactile sensation": Expectations for mental health improvement

2024.12.19

Identification of 377 gout-associated loci through analysis of 2.62 million people across four racial groups

2024.12.18

RIKEN and Nagasaki University clarify mechanism behind shift to pathological form of amyloid beta in the brain during Alzheimer's disease

2024.12.18

Kyoto University verifies effectiveness of "SGLT2 inhibitors" for treatment of diabetes mellitus

2024.12.12

Decline in cognitive function with aging linked to RP58 gene mutation

2024.12.12

Why don't people attend a follow-up visit after being detected with dyslipidemia in health checkups? Findings from the University of Tsukuba

2024.12.11

New COVID-19 vaccine activates innate immunity: Clinical trial begins at Kagawa University

2024.12.09

Periodontal disease bacteria frequently detected in uterus of patients with endometriosis experiencing repeated implantation failure: University of Yamanashi, et al.

2024.12.06

Synaptic strength controls quality and quantity of sleep — New molecular tool applied to mouse frontal lobe

2024.12.05

Amyloid β fibrillization growth process observation at the molecular level

2024.12.04

Ranking fertilized eggs based on genome —Technical and ethical issues of PGT-P preimplantation genetic test pointed out

2024.12.04

Workplace stress poses a risk of obesity: Follow-up study involving more than 10,000 employees of Osaka University

2024.11.29

A Look Around Innovation, Part 14: Development of an electronic tongue sensor for the realization of "AI sommelier": Utilizing the physical properties of diamonds to analyze liquids in a minute using just a single drop of the sample

2024.11.28

JAIST prepares anti-cancer nanoparticles using cancer cell components and an anticancer drug coating

2024.11.27

Okayama University identifies specific receptor for the plasma protein antithrombin

2024.11.27

Hiroshima University investigates systemic drug therapy for hepatocellular carcinoma: Tumor markers are useful in evaluating treatment response

2024.11.26

Hiroshima University evaluates advanced emergency braking systems for large trucks: No significant differences in collision rate and damage amount

2024.11.22

NIBIOHN, NCC identify new therapeutic target for gastric cancer — High-resolution phosphorylation signal analysis classifies patients into three subtypes

2024.11.22

New electron staining method developed by the University of Miyazaki: Establishment of thick section observation method

2024.11.19

Keio University discovers novel therapeutic target for ALS — Nuclear lamina and nucleoporin dysfunction

2024.11.14

Regular light-intensity exercise erases fear memory — Findings from the University of Tsukuba expected to aid in PTSD prevention

2024.11.12

Osaka University clarifies new functions of B cells — Immune response following COVID-19

2024.11.12

OMU Finds that Chinese herbal medicine and tea materials improve cognitive function in mice

2024.11.11

Approval for manufacturing and marketing of a new drug for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis — Early regulatory approval of "Rozebalamin" is expected

2024.11.08

Naldemedine is effective in preventing opioid-induced constipation in patients with cancer — Findings from the University of Tsukuba and the University of Toyama

2024.11.07

Development of a model to rationally determine when to stop isolating mpox patients

2024.11.07

Onion as hangover relief — Quercetin protects cells from toxicity

2024.11.06

Shizuoka University finds that virtual reality simulator sickness is attenuated via 1-hour interval after experience

2024.11.06

Therapeutic drug candidate for type 2 diabetes developed by Kumamoto University

2024.10.30

Protein kinase N identified as a therapeutic target for cardiac fibrosis

2024.10.29

Development of protein capsules that can be filled with protein pharmaceuticals

2024.10.28

Osaka University finds that neoself-antigens induce autoimmunity in lupus — Updating a basic principle of immunology

2024.10.28

Positive outcomes in assisted reproductive technology: Habit of daily breakfast is key

2024.10.25

Subset of white blood cells responsible for emaciation in advanced cancer — Attenuated by inhibition of secretions

2024.10.24

Reducing the risk of side effects of small interfering RNA drugs − Accomplished by devising novel molecular structures

2024.10.24

Kindai University performs analysis on action of neonicotinoid insecticides on "malaria vector" mosquitoes

2024.10.23

TMDU clarifies mechanism by which periodontitis-associated bacteria exacerbate arthritis — Systemic inflammatory response induced through action on macrophages

2024.10.22

NCU clarifies pathogenic mechanisms of pediatric intractable neurological diseases: Identification of gene responsible for decreased human neural stem cell counts

2024.10.18

RIKEN develops artificial intelligence system for ultrasound screening: Rapid diagnosis of abnormalities enabled

2024.10.18

MEXT support program for strengthening medical research to begin next fiscal year: 60-100M yen per year for institutions; 15M yen for researchers

2024.10.17

Humans and dogs show cancer tissue similarities — Discovery of a novel therapeutic target for immunotherapy

2024.10.17

Tohoku University finds that EGCG, a component of green tea, provides protection from periodontal disease-associated bacteria and inhibits plaque formation

2024.10.16

The University of Yamanashi discovers hyperexcitability causing glial substance — Expected to contribute to clarification of pathogenesis and development of new treatment methods

2024.10.09

A Look Around Innovation, Part 13: Focusing on the "nanospikes" of cicada wings — Towards practical application as drug-free antibacterial and bactericidal materials

2024.10.09

TMDU clarifies the relationship between cellular senescence and neurodegenerative diseases at the molecular level — Decreased PQBP3 function is the common cause

2024.10.07

Kumamoto University successfully develop process for the in vitro reproduction of hematopoietic stem cells — A step toward realizing regenerative medicine

2024.10.02

Utsunomiya University confirms combination of oculomotor and bimanual coordination exercises stabilizes balance in athletes

2024.10.01

Tohoku University clarifies association of blood metabolites with cognitive function: Amino acids linked with maintenance, ketone bodies with decline

2024.09.30

How does heavy-particle irradiation change oral cancer? Niigata University led group clarifies biological effects through constructing three-dimensional models

2024.09.27

The day when diabetes can be completely cured by a mechanism within ourselves will surely come

2024.09.27

The University of Tokyo finds that cancer cell invasion into the bone is blocked by the periosteum — Discovery of a non-immune antitumor mechanism

2024.09.27

Kanazawa University discovers novel biomarker for malignant brain tumors: Urine test for early diagnosis

2024.09.26

Oita University and Nagasaki University perform large-scale survey on rabies in the Philippines

2024.09.26

Kindai University investigate efficient delivery of anti-cancer drugs: Original antibodies effective

2024.09.25

Motoneuron activation via vibration stimulation: Kanazawa University develops a seat which is effective for muscle strengthening

2024.09.25

Inflammation promotion by senescent cells: Discovery of involvement of "ACLY" through comprehensive gene analysis by Kumamoto University

2024.09.24

RIKEN successfully develop non-obese diabetes model hamster — Approaching pathological conditions unique to East Asia

2024.09.20

Dopamine degrades amyloid β in the brain: Expectations for Alzheimer's disease prevention

2024.09.20

Kawasaki Medical School clarifies that orphan G protein-coupled receptor GPR176 promotes organ fibrosis

2024.09.19

Kyoto University, Fujita Health University and collaborators develop killer T cells for treatment of COVID-19

2024.09.19

OMU and the University of Tokyo discover highly virulent intestinal bacteria: Cause of complications in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation

2024.09.18

Important role of purine salvage pathway in the brain clarified: Association between uric acid levels and neurodegenerative diseases

2024.09.17

Understanding the mechanism of drug resistance in refractory ovarian cancer — The finding that may lead to development of therapeutic agents targeting cancer-associated fibroblasts

2024.09.17

Gakushuin University clarifies aggregation process of Tau protein in the brain, a cause of Alzheimer's disease

2024.09.17

Kyushu University finds that mesoporous carbon decelerates the progression of chronic renal failure

2024.09.17

Nagoya University succeeds in development of new compound for improving dyslipidemia

2024.09.12

The University of Fukui identifies lipid metabolites related to the prediction of autism spectrum disorder

2024.09.11

Hokkaido University develops technology for high-speed production of thin thread-like collagen: Expections for application to artificial tendons

2024.09.10

Using data science to understand the present: Supporting global health policymaking

2024.09.10

Meiji's lactic acid bacterium may alleviate side effects of drugs for cardiac disease prevention: Investigated in collaboration with Tokai University

2024.09.06

Gifu University conducts survey on patients with liver cirrhosis: Acute kidney injury development deteriorates prognosis

2024.09.05

Expansion of AMED's integrated projects: Eight projects will cover infectious disease control and clinical research acceleration

2024.09.04

Fukushima Medical University and Nagasaki University conclude that treatment for Japanese spotted fever needs to be changed due to adverse events

2024.09.03

Niigata University reveals safe and affordable disinfectant utilizing ultrafine bubble technology derived from water and air

2024.09.02

Waseda University reveals that light-intensity exercise for only 10-20 seconds increases cerebral blood flow in children

2024.09.02

HPV vaccination rate hits the wall: Osaka University calculates that less than half of the WHO target has been achieved

2024.08.30

Tokyo Medical and Dental University reveals that dental care for hemodialysis patients may reduce risk of cerebral/cardiovascular and infectious diseases

2024.08.23

Gene associated with recurrent pregnancy loss discovered by research groups at the University of Tokyo, Nagoya City University, Osaka University, and RIKEN

2024.08.20

Osaka University and Tokai University reveal LAT1 expression serves as a predictor for response to an antibody-based drug for intractable hematological malignancy

2024.08.19

Gifu University investigates adverse events post vaccination — Suppressed through healthy lifestyle

2024.08.19

SOKENDAI develops method to use virus concentrations in sewage water to predict the number of people infected in a watershed

2024.08.13

Kyoto University finds that people with electrocardiogram abnormalities have up to twice the risk of cardiovascular disease

2024.08.09

Nagoya City University develop method to observe cerebrospinal circulation and associated fluid dynamics

2024.08.09

Osaka University identifies novel biomarker for interstitial pneumonia — Predicting progression using a single drop of blood

2024.08.05

"Eosinophilic esophagitis," a designated intractable disease, is increasing in Japan — Involvement of smoking and alcohol consumption confirmed by Osaka Metropolitan University

2024.08.02

Okayama University develops simple adhesive material for organs to shorten operation duration

2024.08.02

The University of the Ryukyus finds component in brown rice that improves cognitive function: Neurogenesis promotion shown in mice

2024.08.01

Leukemia drug decelerates amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) progression

2024.07.31

Tokai University and the University of Yamanashi successfully synthesize pregnancy hormone — "Artificial relaxin" structurally equivalent to wild type

2024.07.29

Indicator of jet injection into soft materials identified: Opening a path to safe and painless injectors

2024.07.26

PAI-1 inhibitor developed by researchers at Tohoku University — Effective in melanoma treatment in combination with conventional drugs

2024.07.26

Kyoto University develop new bioreactor for platelet generation

2024.07.25

AMED adjusts its R&D funding for the medical field — 12 billion yen allocated to 114 issues

2024.07.19

Juntendo University finds that a drug used to treat diabetes eliminates senescent cells — Improving frailty and prolonging the lifespan of mice with premature aging

2024.07.18

Overconfident people quit more often due to an undeveloped frontal pole in the brain

2024.07.17

Jikei University reveals that athlete's foot involved in skin cancer of the sole — 60% of patients with melanoma have tinea pedis

2024.07.12

Tohoku University and other institutions discover that macrophage inflammatory response is regulated by active vitamin B6

2024.07.12

The University of Tsukuba and Tokyo Metropolitan University reveal through mouse experiments that vigorous exercise causes weight gain — Decreased physical activity and body temperature due to disturbances in circadian rhythm

2024.07.11

Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology develop self-assembling peptides that protect cells and tissues from damage and oxidative stress

2024.07.10

Nagoya City University finds anti-influenza drug that helps recovery from cerebral infarction: Confirmed in mice and effective in primates

2024.07.09

QST succeeds in visualization of Parkinson's causing α-synuclein in the brain — Raising expectations for clarification of pathophysiology and development of therapeutic agents

2024.07.02

Alzheimer's disease onset predicted through a blood test for causative proteins by the University of Tokyo

2024.07.01

Large-scale production of eggs and sperm using human-iPS cells: Achievement by Kyoto University scientists likely to advance reproductive medicine research, but stirs up debate over ethical issues

2024.07.01

Kyoto University led group discovers new metabolic regulator of selenium, an "essential element for life"

2024.06.26

Government panel releases interim report with recommendations on medical care DX

2024.06.25

A Look Around Innovation, Part 10: Development of an ophthalmic medical device that can be attached to a smartphone — Aiming to overcome 50% of world blindness

2024.06.21

Kumamoto University develops new drug for hepatitis B — Safe and compatible with oral medication: Proceeding on to clinical trials

2024.06.21

Osaka University, TOPPAN, and other institutions produce mammary gland tissue capable of synthesizing milk-like substance

2024.06.17

Wakayama Medical University clarifies mechanism behind endoplasmic reticulum stress sensor involved in inflammatory cytokine production — Potential for development of disease controlling drugs

2024.06.13

RIKEN clarifies the mechanism of GPCR agonist activation — Toward the development of optimal allosteric modulators

2024.06.13

Usefulness of Nrf2 molecule for forensic diagnosis of early-stage myocardial infarction — Wakayama Medical University finds that its use in combination with existing indicators improves accuracy

2024.06.11

Clarifying obesity-related metabolic abnormalities at the molecular level — Metabolic regulation during feeding in obese mice differs significantly from that during fasting

2024.06.07

Production of cartilage organoids with high maturity — Confirming size increase and early maturity, contributing to regenerative medicine

2024.06.06

Nagoya City University led group produces stone-dissolving macrophages from human iPS Cells

2024.05.30

Waseda University finds forty-second maximum-intensity exercise effective in increasing fitness

2024.05.30

QST generates high-energy electron beam via laser irradiation: Expectations for shielding-free radiation therapy

2024.05.29

CiRA identifies signaling pathway that promotes differentiation of alveolar type II epithelial cells in type 1 cells

2024.05.29

Response to Opdivo can be predicted by blood immune CP factors — Contributing to treatment plans for non-small-cell lung cancer

2024.05.27

Sony's robot "aibo" provides effective emotional healing for hospitalized patients — Survey on its contributions to medicine and healthcare

2024.05.23

Enhancing the diagnosis of Hakim disease: Nagoya City University develops AI tool to eliminate misdiagnosis through objective evaluation

2024.05.22

Evaluation and prediction of responsiveness to cancer therapy through measurement of homologous recombination DNA repair activity

2024.05.21

Mie University identify factor associated with COVID-19 severity — bacterium-derived peptide promotes inflammation and blood coagulation

2024.05.21

NEC and Tokyo Medical and Dental University develop AI technology support for self-care of chronic lower back pain

2024.05.21

The University of Tsukuba clarifies water flow in swimmers — Underwater dolphin kicks generate stronger vortex with increased velocity

2024.05.20

Kyushu University clarifies a molecular mechanism behind pathogenesis of ASD using mouse experiments

2024.05.17

Landscape of genetic mutations in Japanese cancer patients revealed — First genome aberration analysis in 50,000 patients by the National Cancer Center Research Institute

2024.05.17

Osaka University and collaborators attach cells to desired locations via light irradiation for the observation of attacks by the immune system on cancer

2024.05.17

Function of RAD51 protein in repairing double-strand DNA breaks on chromosomes clarified by the University of Tokyo — Opening a path to understanding cancer development

2024.05.16

RIKEN creates new mouse model of autism spectrum disorder — Hopes for deeper understanding of symptoms and development of treatments

2024.05.14

Researchers at Nagoya University shed light on the mechanism of middle-age obesity

2024.05.14

FUJIFILM Healthcare Corporation launch pharmaceutical IoT solution business

2024.05.10

Unraveling the human mind using a mouse model of autism

2024.05.10

Fujita Health University finds that Brain pH and lactate levels influence psychiatric disorders and behavior — Expectations for clarification of the mechanisms of cognitive impairment

2024.05.08

Kumamoto University clarifies the regulatory mechanisms of innate immunity against bacterial infection at the atomic level

2024.05.08

Hopes for the treatment of ASL as Osaka University clarifies the function of RGMa in the brain

2024.04.30

Early detection of pancreatic cancer based on aberrant enzyme activities in blood: Ultra-sensitive detection and analysis of enzymes paves the way for development of novel diagnostic technology

2024.04.26

Novo Nordisk begins first ever attempt to recycle used injection pens in Japan

2024.04.26

Konan University discovers novel function of anti-cancer drugs through analysis of nematodes — Expectations for prolonging the life of critically ill patients

2024.04.23

Shimadzu and Tohoku University to establish co-creation research center in April to shed light on highly antioxidative supersulfides: Expectations for development of antiaging foods

2024.04.23

The University of Tokyo sheds light on the molecular mechanism of PTSD through comparisons between humans and mice: cAMP overactivation increases severity

2024.04.22

The Headquarters for Healthcare Policy points out that Japan's clinical trial environment needs improvement

2024.04.19

Development of early diagnostic drug for pancreatic cancer — Professor Kazufumi Honda proposes necessity of thorough verification mechanism for new biomarker candidates

2024.04.18

The University of Miyazaki and Kyoto University identify a new host factor, ZCCHC3, that inhibits HIV proliferation: inhibition of virus production and reduction of virus infectivity

2024.04.18

Mie university clarifies the development of human lymphatic genesis: Slow compared to mice and gaining attention as therapeutic target

2024.04.18

Tokushima University finds that utilization of macrophages derived from peripheral blood alleviates osteoarthritis — Expectations for regenerative medicine

2024.04.16

First device in Japan designed exclusively for a radial artery puncture approach launched by Medtronic Japan

2024.04.11

Precise identification of suspected cancerous gliomas through MRI imaging — Joint development of new AI technology by FUJIFILM and the National Cancer Center

2024.04.09

TMDU successfully generate trophoblast organoids in vitro: Assessments of bacterial and drug influences on fetuses and safe drug discovery are expected

2024.04.09

Tohoku University successfully develop endometrial organoid model and reproduce human embryo implantation

2024.04.08

Concerns about validity of diagnosis by AI — Tohoku University revealed discrepancies with findings by physicians

2024.04.04

Detecting brain abnormalities before Alzheimer's disease onset — Researchers at Gakushuin University develop a novel method using virtual reality goggles

2024.04.04

Fluorescence quenching using intramolecular twisting: New properties of rhodamine fluorescent dye discovered by Keio University

2024.04.03

Seasonality of mortality: Climate change linked to rates in spring and summer, decreased rates in autumn and winter

2024.04.02

Osaka University finds that gargling improves diabetes mellitus — Medicated mouthwash decreases periodontopathic bacteria

2024.04.01

Kyushu University clarifies soybean derived microRNA action in the prevention of liver fibrosis