Neuroprosthesis for paralysis enables simultaneous speech and body language
Device translates brain activity underlying full-body communication into digital expression.
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Category: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Researchers design bone marrow-on-a-chip model to study human immune cells
Miniaturized model provides window into production and behavior of long-lived antibody-producing cells in NIH-funded study.
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GLP-1 treatment late in life extends lifespan in animal model
Medication produced benefits beyond what was achieved by calorie restriction alone.
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Physician-scientist and informatics leader Dr. Peter Embí to helm NIH’s National Library of Medicine
He is anticipated to begin his role on Sept. 10, 2026.
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NIH researchers identify rare antibodies with potential to combat alpha-gal syndrome
The discovery, made through malaria research, is a breakthrough for allergic condition associated with tick bites that has no treatment or cure.
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Dr. Wendy Weber to serve as director of the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health
Dr. Weber began her new role on Aug. 23, 2026.
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Pediatric neurologist Dr. John Gaitanis to lead NIH’s Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
Dr. Gaitanis is set to begin his role on August 23, 2026.
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Brain organoid maturation is driven by a lifelike developmental clock
Researchers sustained the organoids for nearly six years, potentially unlocking longer term studies of neurodevelopmental disorders.
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Elevated use of cannabis, nicotine among U.S. adults continues into 2025
National survey suggests that use of alcohol, cigarettes, and other substances remains low.
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Virtual intervention reduces substance use in American Indians and Alaska Natives
Emerging adults who participated in workshops combining evidence-based interventions and traditional practices reported reduced cannabis, alcohol use, and anxiety.
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