Cancer drug leads to 'drastic decrease' in HIV infection in lung cancer patient

The first evidence that a cancer drug may be able to eradicate HIV-infected cells in humans has now been revealed by researchers. They report that while treating an HIV-infected lung cancer patient with the cancer drug nivolumab, they observed a ‘drastic and persistent decrease’ in the reservoirs of cells in the body where the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is able to hide away from attack by antiretroviral therapy.

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Designer molecule points to treatment for diseases caused by DNA repeats

Using a molecule designed to overcome a roadblock formed by a common type of genetic flaw, researchers have made progress towards novel molecular treatments for Friedreich’s ataxia – a rare but fatal disorder – in the laboratory dish and in animals.

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Anti-aging protein could be targeted to rejuvenate immune cells

An anti-aging protein called SIRT1, commonly known for being activated by red wine, has been shown to protect against age-related diseases, such as cancer, neurodegeneration, and cardiovascular disease. A study now reveals that it could also be targeted to rejuvenate cells in the immune system.

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Targeted treatment could prevent spread of pancreatic cancer, heart damage

A new targeted treatment could benefit patients with certain pancreatic tumors by preventing spread of the cancer and protecting their heart from damage – a direct result of the tumor. Higher levels of serotonin among other tumor secretions can cause injury to the valves of the heart over time, leading to cardiac impairment – a condition referred to as cardiac carcinoid disease – in these patients.

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Brain activity mapped to improve prosthetic design

High-tech prosthetics allow amputees to engage more fully in everyday life, even to compete in sporting events. Researchers have demonstrated how brain activity is used to identify different terrains – level ground and stairs, for example – a key step in developing prosthetics that allow the user’s prosthesis to automatically adjust to changing ground conditions in real time.

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What gives poetry its aesthetic appeal? New research has well-versed answer

New psychology research points to the factors that explain why we find particular poems aesthetically pleasing – results that enhance our understanding of ‘why we like what we like.’

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Conspiracy thinking less likely with greater news media literacy, study suggests

The more you know about the news media and how it works, the less likely you are to believe conspiracy theories - even ones you might find politically tempting. The connection held true overall even where conspiracy theories resonated with an individual’s political beliefs.

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