Medicine/Health

Innovative Training Program Equips Clinicians to Treat Trauma and Severe Mental Health Conditions

Innovative Training Program Equips Clinicians to Treat Trauma and Severe Mental Health Conditions

29 January, 2025

A three-year CBT and CPT training program led by Hebrew University and the Israeli Ministry of Health has successfully equipped over 100 public health clinicians with evidence-based tools to treat individuals with serious mental health conditions and trauma survivors. This milestone enhances mental health accessibility and builds a sustainable framework for effective mental healthcare across Israel.


 

The Balbiani Body: Cracking the Secret of Embryonic Beginnings

The Balbiani Body: Cracking the Secret of Embryonic Beginnings

9 January, 2025

Researchers have uncovered how egg cells prepare for the creation of life. Their work reveals the secrets of the Balbiani body, a remarkable structure that organizes essential molecules to guide early embryonic development. Using zebrafish models and cutting-edge imaging, the team discovered how this structure transforms from liquid droplets into a stable core, laying the groundwork for life itself. This discovery sheds light on the extraordinary precision of nature’s reproductive process. 


 

The Balbiani Body: Cracking the Secret of Embryonic Beginnings

The Balbiani Body: Cracking the Secret of Embryonic Beginnings

9 January, 2025

Researchers have uncovered how egg cells prepare for the creation of life. Their work reveals the secrets of the Balbiani body, a remarkable structure that organizes essential molecules to guide early embryonic development. Using zebrafish models and cutting-edge imaging, the team discovered how this structure transforms from liquid droplets into a stable core, laying the groundwork for life itself. This discovery sheds light on the extraordinary precision of nature’s reproductive process. 


 

Small Milk Fat Globules Promote Good Bacteria, Study Reveals

Small Milk Fat Globules Promote Good Bacteria, Study Reveals

6 January, 2025

A study reveals that the structure of milk fat globules, rather than their chemical composition, plays a key role in their interactions with bacteria. Small globules promote the growth of beneficial bacteria like Bacillus subtilis, while larger ones trigger biofilm formation, a behavior linked to bacterial adaptation. These findings demonstrate milk’s natural protective mechanisms and highlight its potential to support gut health, offering significant implications for dairy science and nutrition.


 

The Hidden Connection Between Herpes and Alzheimer’s

The Hidden Connection Between Herpes and Alzheimer’s

6 January, 2025

A new study has uncovered a surprising link between Alzheimer’s disease and Herpes Simplex Virus-1 (HSV-1). Researchers found HSV-1 proteins embedded in Alzheimer’s brains, revealing how the virus is inhibited by tau protein—a key player in the disease. These insights could pave the way for innovative treatments targeting viral activity and the brain’s immune response to slow or even stop Alzheimer’s progression.


 

How Proteins and DNA Architecture Shape Cellular Identity: Discovery of 'Signposts' that Guide Proteins to Gene Switches

How Proteins and DNA Architecture Shape Cellular Identity: Discovery of 'Signposts' that Guide Proteins to Gene Switches

18 December, 2024

A groundbreaking study led by Prof. Yosef Buganim from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Dr. Abdenour Soufi from the University of Edinburgh reveals how transcription factors (TFs)—key proteins that regulate gene activity—navigate DNA and chromatin structures to determine cellular identity. This discovery provides new insights into how cells establish their roles and opens pathways for advancements in regenerative medicine and cell therapy. 

The Twin Paradox: Developmental Differences and  Persistent Dominance Roles

The Twin Paradox: Developmental Differences and Persistent Dominance Roles

15 December, 2024

A new study reveals that typically developing twins consistently take on the dominant role over their nontypically developing siblings, even after developmental gaps are resolved. By highlighting how parental perceptions shape these dynamics, the research offers fresh insights into the delicate balance of twin relationships and the importance of fostering equality to support both children’s growth.